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HAMSI

HAMSI is a baby-food development company that uses fresh, natural products, revisited recipes and promotes local farmers.
2024
02-Oct
02-10
Jibuti, Arta, Djibouti

Innovation

Industry Problem

Families in underserved markets need convenient, locally relevant infant and toddler nutrition.

R&D Focus

Infant and toddler nutrition for regional markets

Innovative Solution

HAMSI is a groundbreaking baby food brand co-founded by Siman Rachid, an experienced accountant and auditor, and Halimo Abdallah Isman, an engineer specializing in electrical and industrial computing. Based in Djibouti, HAMSI is the first local brand dedicated to baby food, with a mission to celebrate African biodiversity while offering nutritious and natural products for infants.

Investment Funding

Last Funding Stage

Convertible Note

Total Funding Amount

52.K

Last Funding Amount

32.K

Last Funding Date

30-11-2024

Lead Investors

Centre de Leadership et de l'Entrepreneuriat, Startup Djibouti

People

Founders

About

HAMSI is a groundbreaking baby food brand co-founded by Siman Rachid, an experienced accountant and auditor, and Halimo Abdallah Isman, an engineer specializing in electrical and industrial computing. Based in Djibouti, HAMSI is the first local brand dedicated to baby food, with a mission to celebrate African biodiversity while offering nutritious and natural products for infants. Siman and Halimo combine their expertise to address two goals: promoting healthy infant nutrition and uplifting African culture. Their products are fresh, natural, and additive-free, featuring reimagined traditional recipes developed with the guidance of a childhood nutritionist. HAMSI also meets international food safety standards (HACCP, ISO 22000) and French certifications (NF V90-001), ensuring high-quality and safe alternatives to foreign brands. HAMSI sources its raw materials locally, supporting regional farmers and highlighting the richness of Africa’s ingredients. By doing so, the brand not only offers healthier options for babies but also empowers local communities and reclaims African culinary traditions. HAMSI reflects a vision of an Africa that values its heritage while innovating for the future. Siman and Halimo aim to expand across the continent, making HAMSI a symbol of African pride and excellence. Their slogan, “Superheroes’ Little Jars,” encapsulates their belief that every baby deserves the best start in life.

Products

Product

HAMSI infant and toddler food products designed for the Djibouti and regional market.

Demo Product or Complete Product?

Complete product – commercially available.

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