January 15, 2025
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Captain Yasmin Abdi Farah Recognized as Somalia’s Pilot of the Year 2024

KISMAYU– Captain Yasmin Abdinoor Farah has been named Somalia’s Pilot of the Year for 2024, making history as the first female pilot to fly in Somalia since 1991. Yasmin, a Kenyan national who hails from Wajir county flies with Maandeeq Airlines from Mogadishu to Somalia. Yasmin has become a groundbreaking figure in Somali aviation, a... Read More

KISMAYU– Captain Yasmin Abdinoor Farah has been named Somalia’s Pilot of the Year for 2024, making history as the first female pilot to fly in Somalia since 1991.

Yasmin, a Kenyan national who hails from Wajir county flies with Maandeeq Airlines from Mogadishu to Somalia.

Yasmin has become a groundbreaking figure in Somali aviation, a field traditionally dominated by men.

Her journey, which includes five years of flying as a first officer to various regions of Somalia alongside experienced captains, showcases her remarkable expertise and commitment to her profession.

As an inspiring role model, she has paved the way for women in Somalia and beyond, encouraging them to pursue careers in aviation and other male-dominated industries.

This recognition highlights the significant strides Somalia’s aviation sector is making, offering new opportunities for women and marking an important milestone in the country’s broader efforts to improve its infrastructure and industries.

Captain Yasmin’s achievement also reflects the growing potential of Somalia’s air travel industry, where women are now playing an increasingly prominent role.

In her acceptance speech , Yasmin, expressed her immense joy and gratitude to the people who supported her in her journey.

She expressed her excitement for being recognized and emphasized her commitment to breaking barriers in aviation.

“I am honored to be recognized as the Somalia Pilot of the Year, 2024 and i am proud of my achievements and reflect the strength and resilience of the women in the aviation.”

She pledged to continue bridging gaps and inspire the next generation of the Somali women in the aviation sector.

” Every flight we take not only represents not only our dreams but the dreams of many young women who are aspiring to fly.” said Yasmin.

Yasmin was commissioned as the Somalia’s newest female pilot in May 2022.

Somalia had its first female pilot during the reign of the late former President Siad Barre. Asli Hassan Abade was the country’s first female pilot.

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