Building the nation, one project at a time
Two days of exhibition, conference and investor meetings that bring together everyone who plans, funds, supplies and builds in Somalia.
- 18–19 November 2026
- Mogadishu
- Property · Construction · Investment
A new meeting place for those who build Somalia
Build Som Expo 2026 is Somalia's first dedicated real estate and construction exhibition, held in Mogadishu over two days.
It brings developers, contractors, material suppliers, architects, financiers, government agencies and diaspora investors together under one roof, to turn demand for housing, offices, hotels and infrastructure into well-planned, well-financed projects.
More about the expoShowcase residential, commercial and mixed-use projects from Somali and international developers
Connect suppliers of materials, equipment and solar with contractors and buyers
Mobilise diaspora and institutional capital for vetted projects
Fast-growing cities, unmet housing demand
Sources: Centre for Affordable Housing Finance in Africa (CAHF), citing the Central Bank of Somalia and World Bank; UN World Urbanization Prospects. The housing shortfall is a 2017 estimate.
Ten categories across the full value chain
Real estate developers
Residential, commercial and mixed-use projects
Construction companies
Contractors, civil works and fit-out
Building materials
Cement, steel, tiles, glass, roofing, plumbing
Architects and engineers
Design, surveying and project management
Interiors and furnishing
Furniture, kitchens, lighting and finishes
Solar and energy
Solar systems, storage, generators and water
Heavy equipment
Machinery, trucks, lifting and rental
Banks and financiers
Home finance, Murabaha and insurance
Real estate agencies
Sales, rentals and property management
Smart-building technology
Security, automation and PropTech
The people who decide what gets built, and who pays for it
Buyers and investors
Home buyers, landlords and property investors, including the Somali diaspora
Industry buyers
Developers, contractors and procurement managers
Government and regulators
Ministries, Federal Member States and municipal authorities
Partners and the next generation
Development partners, financiers, students and young professionals
Where policy, finance and industry meet
Conference & Keynotes
The official opening, ministerial addresses and keynotes on the future of Somali cities, land, housing and infrastructure.
Panel Sessions
Focused panels on land tenure and registration, construction and Islamic finance, building codes, affordable housing and green building.
Exhibition & Showcases
Exhibition halls for developers, materials, equipment, design and finance, plus developer project presentations and an innovation showcase.
Investor Forum
Curated project presentations and scheduled one-to-one meetings between developers and diaspora and institutional investors.
Meet the speakers
Speakers will be announced soon
Ministers, developers, bankers and investors will be added here as they are confirmed.
Take part from US$800
A standard booth covers both days of the expo. Sponsorship packages are available at three levels: Platinum, Gold and Silver.
What is included
- Shell-scheme booth, 3 × 3 m (9 m²)
- Fascia board with your company name
- One table, two chairs, lighting and a power socket
- Two exhibitor badges with conference access
- Listing in the official expo directory
- Access to B2B networking sessions
- Welcome post on expo social media
- Venue security and daily cleaning
Premium corner booth
Two open sides, a priority location, meeting space and a social media feature.
Rate on requestDeveloper showcase
Larger space for scale models, a presentation slot on Day 2 and scheduled investor meetings.
Rate on requestStartup and youth table
Table space for young firms and recent graduates in design and construction.
Discounted rateBacked by organisations building Somalia's future
Heegan Technology
Heegan Technology provides digital systems for construction and real estate companies, helping developers, contractors and property firms manage projects, properties, sales and operations.
Benefits for exhibitors, sponsors and visitors
Every participant leaves with contacts, knowledge and opportunities they can act on.
Exhibitors
Meet buyers and win projects
- Qualified buyersHome buyers, landlords and procurement managers ready to act
- Diaspora reachInvestors financing homes and businesses from abroad
- Launch and promoteUnveil projects and products to press and buyers
- Government accessMeet ministries, regulators and municipal authorities
- Leads and dealsCollect enquiries and close agreements on site
- First-mover edgeA founding exhibitor of Somalia's first sector expo
Sponsors
Lead the conversation
- Brand visibilityLogo on stage, banners, website and directory
- Stage presenceKeynote and panel opportunities
- Premium standsComplimentary booths for Platinum and Gold
- Media coveragePress releases, social media and opening mentions
- Delegate passesBring your team, clients and partners
- VIP accessLounge and ministerial reception
Visitors
Compare, learn and invest
- Compare projectsHomes, offices and commercial developments in one place
- Source materialsCement, steel, finishes, equipment and solar
- Finance optionsBanks and Islamic home finance on site
- Permits and landGuidance from regulators and authorities
- Careers and skillsEmployers and training partners for young professionals
- New ideasGreen building, smart buildings and new materials
Be part of Somalia's first real estate and construction expo
Book a booth from US$800 or partner with Build Som Expo as a sponsor.