Masaf Spaces: Empowering Innovation, Transforming Lives in Africa
The founding story — Masaf as a movement, from the Degahbour Community Library to the first innovation hub in Jigjiga.
Read story →News & Media
Stories, events, and media from across the MASAF community.
News & Updates
Latest from MASAF
Inside Masaf Spaces — the region's first innovation hub empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs
A 2024 year-in-review: launching the first innovation hub in the Somali Region of Ethiopia, with a focus on youth, women, and underserved communities.
Read story →Masaf Spaces Launches Operations in Somalia as Part of Its Pan-African Expansion Strategy
The first regional scale-up outside Ethiopia, deepening ties with Somali communities across borders.
Read story →Masaf Spaces Summer Internship Program 2025
A voluntary 3-month internship (July–September 2025) across Admin & Finance, Programs, and Communications in Jigjiga.
Read story →Events
Gatherings and convenings
Masaf Spaces, Jigjiga
Year-End Event 2024 with Mama Asli Abade
MASAF hosted Mama Asli Abade, the first female pilot in Africa and the Middle East, for a community evening of reflection and aspiration.
Success Stories
In the words of our community
We’re gathering stories from program alumni, mentors, and partners. Check back soon — or share yours.
Media Gallery
Moments from MASAF Spaces
Resources
Documents, reports, and guides
We share what we learn so practitioners, partners, and policymakers can move faster. New resources are added as programs produce them.
Annual Reports
Year-over-year accounts of MASAF's work, impact, and finances.
In preparation — first annual report coming soon.
Organizational Profile
Overview of MASAF's mission, programs, and operating model.
In preparation.
Theory of Change
How MASAF programs translate inputs into long-term outcomes.
In preparation.
Policies & Governance
Governance charter, safeguarding, ethics, financial management, and related policies.
In preparation.
Strategic Plan
Multi-year strategy for programs, partnerships, and scale.
In preparation.
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