Established in early 2023, Sanabil's founders identified a critical paradox in East Africa: while mobile phone ownership was nearly universal, more than 80% of users still relied on feature phones.
We offer smartphones for under 10% upfront, helping users build credit via payment-linked unlocking — bridging the digital divide one device at a time.

Bridging the digital divide with affordable smartphone financing.
A digitally empowered region where modern tech is accessible to everyone.
Technology for everyone, regardless of income or location.
Transparent and fair device financing with absolutely no hidden costs.
Simple, tech-driven solutions that solve real, everyday problems.
Building long-term financial and digital inclusion across communities.

Founder & CEO
A serial entrepreneur, Mr. Ali has founded multiple FinTech companies including PaySii. With an MBA from the University of Wales and a BSc. Computer Science from Benadir University, he currently leads Sanabil Company from Mogadishu.

CFO
Mr. Hassan serves as group CFO, handling strategic financial planning, risk and collections management. A former auditor at a large commercial bank, he holds an MBA and BBA degree, based in Mogadishu.

Division Manager, Somaliland & Ethiopia
Farhan Abdi manages both the Somaliland division and Somali Regional State of Ethiopia division. Based in the Somaliland Division Head Office in Hargeisa.
Division Manager, Puntland
Abdulaziz Abdulhakim manages the Puntland division. Based in the Puntland Division Head Office in Garowe, Puntland State of Somalia.
Division Manager, South Central Somalia
Yonis Salad manages the South Central division. Based in the South Central Division Head Office in Mogadishu, Somalia.
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