Mogadishu, Somalia – December 23, 2024 – Yusuf Mohamed Matan, a dedicated and exemplary employee of KIMS Microfinance, has been honored with the prestigious Field Officer Appreciation Award for 2024 by the Whole Planet Foundation.
This distinguished recognition highlights his exceptional contributions to advancing micro-entrepreneurship and his remarkable performance in managing a group loan portfolio.
The Whole Planet Foundation is renowned for supporting microfinance institutions worldwide. It organized an international contest to evaluate the performance of employees who excel in managing group loan portfolios.
Matan emerged as a top performer in this rigorous contest, reflecting his outstanding skills, dedication, and significant impact in the microfinance sector.
The award ceremony took place at KIMS’s corporate office in Mogadishu on Monday, December 23rd. The event was attended by senior management and staff members including Business Development Manager Faysal Mohamed Hassan and Operations Manager Mr. Mohamed Roble among other key personnel who gathered to celebrate Mataan’s remarkable achievement.
KIMS Chairman Mustafa Abdi Ali congratulated Mataan on his exceptional performance that brought international recognition to the institution. He expressed hope that Mr. Matan will continue his outstanding efforts and potentially win this esteemed award again next year.
Matan’s accomplishment serves as an inspiration to his colleagues at KIMS Microfinance; it underscores not only their team’s capabilities but also reflects on how dedicated professionals contribute significantly towards transforming lives through micro-entrepreneurship initiatives.

KIMS Microfinance is proud to have Yusuf Mohamed Matan as part of its team; they look forward eagerly to more milestones achieved under his diligent contribution which continues bolstering their position as leading facilitators within Somalia’s vibrant micro-financing landscape.