About Datashiil
Bridging international best practice with Somalia’s local realities
From Recognized Need to Trusted Partner
Datashiil was born out of a recognized need: that Somalia’s development sector was generating vast amounts of data but lacked the specialized capacity to collect it rigorously, manage it securely, analyze it meaningfully, and use it effectively for decision-making.
Our founders — a multidisciplinary group of data scientists, development specialists, and education experts — came together to change this. From our first engagement, we brought not just technical expertise but a genuine commitment to the communities we serve.
Today, Datashiil is trusted by CARE International, Creative Associates International, DT Global / USAID, the Federal Ministry of Education, multiple Federal Member State directorates, and a growing roster of government and civil society partners.
Milestones
From founding in 2021 to becoming Somalia’s trusted data partner
Datashiil Established in Mogadishu
Founded as Somalia’s first dedicated data management and analytics consultancy, with a vision to bridge the data capacity gap across the development sector.
First National-Scale Partnership
Engaged by Creative Associates International on the Bar ama Baro project to enhance ABE data systems across 150+ centers with 40% improvement in data quality.
CARE AGES Partnership
Designed and deployed a national digital framework managing 50,000+ child records for the Adolescent Girls’ Education in Somalia program.
Inclusive Education Monitoring
Lead TPM for SOS Children’s Village, tracking 1,200+ vulnerable students with disability-disaggregated protocols.
Southwest EMIS Deployment
Built and launched a centralized digital EMIS for the Southwest Ministry of Education, reducing reporting cycles from weeks to days.
USAID TIS3 Third-Party Monitoring
Selected by DT Global to conduct independent verification of stabilization and education infrastructure across Federal Member States.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be the leading global consultancy in data management, analysis, reporting, MEAL, and systems development — driving measurable, lasting positive change for institutions and communities worldwide through the power of data intelligence and evidence-based action.
Our Mission
To empower organizations with accurate, timely, and innovative data solutions — bridging critical information gaps and driving sustainable institutional growth through comprehensive services in digital data systems, MEAL, data insights, impact assessment, ICT in education, and capacity development.
What We Stand For
Four foundational pillars that guide every decision, engagement, and relationship.
Service Excellence
Exceeding expectations through exceptional, personalized, results-oriented delivery in every engagement.
Collaboration & Trust
Building strong, open, long-term relationships founded on mutual respect and shared purpose.
Integrity & Accountability
Unwavering ethical standards. No compromise. No exceptions. No shortcuts.
Governance & Inclusivity
Transparent decisions. Gender equality. Social inclusion. Diverse voices valued.
Meet Our CEO
Said Yusuf Mohamed
Said leads Datashiil with over 15 years of progressive experience in executive leadership and program management across national and international organizations.
He holds a Master’s Degree in Education Planning and Statistics and brings deep expertise in strategic leadership, program design, MEAL, stakeholder engagement, and institutional capacity building.
Under his leadership, Datashiil has grown into a trusted partner for major institutional clients including CARE International, DT Global / USAID, and the Federal Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education of Somalia.
Rooted in Mogadishu
From our headquarters in Mogadishu, we serve Somalia’s development sector with deep local knowledge combined with international standards. We are Somali. We understand the context. This is our irreplaceable edge.
Visit Our OfficeAt Datashiil, we believe that data is not just numbers — it is the foundation upon which better futures are built. Every dataset we manage, every system we build, every analysis we deliver is a step toward a more informed, more effective, and more equitable Somalia.