Somalia's FIRST Solar-Powered Cold Chain & Logistics Network

Building reliable infrastructure across WidhWidh, Las Anod, and Mogadishu through solar-powered logistics, storage and distribution systems. 

THE PROBLEM:

Somalia loses an estimated 40–50% of its food supply due to lack of cold storage and unreliable infrastructure. At the same time, critical pharmaceuticals—including vaccines—are at constant risk due to unstable temperature control.

Energy is the core issue.

Most facilities rely on diesel power costing up to $1.25 per kWh, making reliable cold storage financially unsustainable for businesses, NGOs, and healthcare providers.

This results in:

• Massive food waste

• Failed medical supply chains

• High operational costs

• Limited economic growth in key regions

THE SOLUTION:

Star of Zeila is building a solar-powered cold chain and logistics network designed for Somalia’s realities.

By integrating modular infrastructure with renewable energy, we reduce energy costs by over 90% while providing reliable, scalable storage and distribution systems.

Our model is built on five core revenue streams:

• Pharmaceutical Cold Storage

• Frozen Food Storage & Distribution

• Dry Warehousing

• Logistics & Transportation

• Solar Energy Resale

This creates a self-sustaining ecosystem that supports businesses, NGOs, and government operations.

CALL TO ACTION:

We are actively seeking partnerships with NGOs, logistics companies, and investors to scale across central Somalia.