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Established 2017 • Registered 2020

HAWO

"For a Future Where All Animals Are Safe, Loved, and Free"

Hanano Animals Welfare Organization (HAWO) is committed to saving animals from cruelty and neglect across Jubaland State, Somalia, through rescue, rehabilitation, and community education, with ambitions to expand throughout Somalia.

About HAWO

Our Story

Learn about our journey, mission, and the dedicated team working to protect animals in Jubaland, Somalia

Our Background

Hanano Animals Welfare Organization (HAWO) is a non-profit, non-governmental and non-political organization established in 2017 in response to the growing number of stray, abused, and neglected animals across Somalia.

It was officially registered in 2020 and has since become a driving force for animal protection, ethical treatment, and community education. HAWO was founded by a group of passionate animal welfare advocates determined to change the lives of animals through rescue, rehabilitation and rights-based advocacy.

The organization operates with a grassroots approach, ensuring that interventions are community driven and sustainable. HAWO's work extends across Jubaland, Somalia, with ambitions to scale across Somalia, contributing to animal welfare standards, policy reform, and public awareness.

"For a Future Where All Animals Are Safe, Loved, and Free"

Mother dog with puppies under HAWO care

Our Vision

To build a compassionate society where animals are respected, protected, and live free from cruelty, suffering, and neglect.

Our Mission

HAWO is committed to saving animals from cruelty and neglect, promoting animal rights, advocating for stronger animal protection policies, and fostering humane communities through rescue operations, public education, and community engagement.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Compassion

Every life matters; we serve with empathy and understanding for all creatures.

Integrity

Transparency and honesty guide all our actions and decision-making processes.

Partnership

We collaborate with communities and stakeholders for lasting, sustainable change.

Respect

We treat all creatures and communities with dignity and understanding.

Dedication

We are fully committed to the welfare and protection of animals.

Our Impact

Our Achievements

Measurable impact in animal welfare across Somalia since our establishment

300+

Animals Rescued

and rehabilitated since inception

15

Sterilization Campaigns

reaching over 1,500 animals

240+

Cat Adoptions

into responsible homes

500+

Livestock Treated

sheep, goats, and cattle vaccinated

Our Programs

Comprehensive Care

Comprehensive animal welfare services designed to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect animals across Somalia

Rescue and Shelter Operations

300+ Animals Rescued

Active rescues in urban and rural areas with immediate medical attention, safe shelter, and ongoing rehabilitation for animals in need

Veterinary Health & Spay/Neuter

15 Sterilization Campaigns

Comprehensive treatment for injuries and illnesses, plus mass sterilization drives to humanely manage stray animal populations

Education and Community Outreach

2000+ Students Reached

Educational programs in schools, communities, and religious institutions promoting animal welfare awareness and compassion

Wildlife Conservation & Advocacy

Marine Species Protected

Environmental protection activities, educating fishing communities about endangered marine species and anti-poaching efforts

Livestock Care & Welfare

500+ Livestock Treated

Comprehensive veterinary services for sheep, goats, and cattle including vaccinations, disease treatment, and nutritional guidance for farming communities

Success Stories

Stories of Hope

Real stories of hope, recovery, and positive impact in our community

Street Dog Feeding Program
Community Care
2025

Street Dog Feeding Program

HAWO volunteer Adam Abdullahi providing regular nutrition to street dogs throughout Hodan district in Mogadishu. This ongoing program demonstrates our commitment to caring for all animals, including those living on the streets, through compassionate feeding and trust-building activities in Somalia's capital city.

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Rescued Cat Recovery
Safe & Healthy
2024

Rescued Cat Recovery

This beautiful gray and white tabby was found wandering in a residential area. After receiving care at our shelter, including proper nutrition and medical attention, the cat is now thriving in a safe environment while waiting for adoption into a loving home.

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Building Trust with Street Dogs
Trust Building
2025

Building Trust with Street Dogs

Adam Abdullahi's patient approach to feeding street dogs in Mogadishu's Hodan district has created lasting bonds with the animals. Through regular feeding rounds in these communities, we're not only providing nutrition but also building the trust necessary for future rescue and medical interventions.

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Bonded Pair Rescue
Bonded Pair
2024

Bonded Pair Rescue

These two precious kittens were found abandoned and have been inseparable ever since their rescue. Through our comprehensive care program, they've grown healthy and strong, demonstrating the importance of keeping bonded pairs together during rehabilitation.

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Working Animals Support in Afgoye
Working Animals
2025

Working Animals Support in Afgoye

HAWO's dedicated team providing essential medical care to working donkeys in Afgoye, just outside Mogadishu. On June 22, 2025, our veterinary team conducted comprehensive health checks, wound care, and infection treatment for these vital animals that support local transportation and livelihoods. This outreach demonstrates HAWO's commitment to protecting all animals, including the working animals that are essential to Somalia's rural communities.

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