Our Commitment
Peace, Hope, and Prosperity through Shared Capital
At Kingdom Investment Corporation Limited (KICL), our commitment is rooted in a deep belief that capital—when deployed with purpose and principle—can become a powerful force for peace, hope, and prosperity. We are not just investing in infrastructure or institutions; we are investing in futures. Our mission is to share capital with the world in a way that fosters dignity, self-reliance, and sustainable development for all.
At the core of this vision is our Operative Decisive Task (ODT) program—KICL’s signature funding initiative, designed to channel resources into regions facing chronic underdevelopment and conflict. The ODT is a structured finance program that mobilizes capital through institutionally filed mandates and strategic financial engineering. These mechanisms allow us to unlock long-term development funding and deploy it efficiently into nation-building initiatives. The ODT program is not simply financial in nature—it is a humanitarian and developmental commitment. It was first conceived in memory of H.E. Omer Arteh Ghalib, former Prime Minister of Somalia, whose legacy of leadership in diplomacy and peace serves as our guiding light. Under the leadership of our founder and CEO, Mr. Hassan Omer Arteh, the ODT has evolved into a multi-layered strategy to transform economies through integrated investment, implementation, and operation.
We see this work as part of a broader global commitment to sustainable development. The ODT program and all of KICL’s investments are aligned with the principles of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly those focused on reducing inequality, ensuring access to clean energy, education, healthcare, and building resilient infrastructure. Every investment is designed with long-term impact in mind. Our ethical commitment is further grounded in the principles of Islamic finance. At KICL, we interpret the Islamic financial mandate not merely as a compliance requirement, but as a guiding philosophy. This means prioritizing justice, avoiding exploitative structures, and ensuring that all financial activities lead to real, inclusive economic benefit. Through this combination of structured capital mobilization, ethical investment, and strategic delivery, KICL is forging a new path for global development—one where financial power is aligned with moral purpose, and where prosperity is shared rather than hoarded.
MISSION
Inspired by the visionary leadership of Mr. Omer Arteh Ghalib, the former Prime Minister of Somalia, and his deep understanding of the challenges faced by his homeland during the 1990s, Mr. Hassan Omer Arteh, CEO and founder of Kingdom Investment Corporation Limited (KICL), established KICL as a platform for investing in human and social capital development in regions with the greatest need. KICL's Operative Decisive Task (ODT) program is a Somali-led, multi-dimensional, public-private partnership that embodies a humanitarian vision of hope, peace, and prosperity. The initiative takes an inclusive approach to foster shared prosperity and peace in regions that have been plagued by prolonged internal conflicts and external exploitation. ODT provides a sustainable framework for collaboration between the public and private sectors in achieving its seven primary objectives, which have been specifically designed to rebuild a country. The ODT program plans to start in the Horn of Africa region, then expand to the rest of Africa, and ultimately scaling to other developing regions worldwide.
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SEVEN PILLARS FOR SHARED PROSPERITY
KICL aims to address the longstanding issue of a stagnant economy in Somalia through a comprehensive nation-building solution that leverages the vast natural resource reserves in the region. The organization intends to develop an intelligent system that will enable the utilization of natural resources in exchange for infrastructure development, resulting in mutual benefits and interests. The proposed ODT projects will create employment and business opportunities for Somalis across the country. The goal is to establish a Smart Economy to enhance access to basic necessities such as food, education, and quality of life which everyone deserves. With access to some of the wealthiest natural resources on the planet, coupled with lessons learned from past experiences, the new Somali generation has the opportunity to transform their nation and pave the way for a prosperous future.
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Justice & Fairness, Knowledge & Execution, Integrity & Transparency, Responsibility & Accountability, Impact & Action, Quality through Services, Efficiency & Competence.
FUNDING SOURCES
KICL, in collaboration with trading conglomerates and international banks, has successfully established a robust funding platform aimed at supporting development projects. This novel approach, spearheaded by our founder Hassan Omer Arteh, utilizes his expertise in structuring resources from sovereign wealth and development-mandated funds at the development bank and central bank levels. The platform is designed to effectively manage and add value to valuable assets, a strategy that is unparalleled in the market.
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KICL is managing sovereign wealth funds dedicated for development investment. This funding is nonhistorical, non-restricted, and in the forms of cash, transferrable development credits, and financial instruments, that are ready, willing, and able to be transferred to financial institutions with approved settlement capacity from local central banks or national banks for designated or properly filed development projects.
PROJECT DEPLOYMENT
The ODT Program is committed to rebuilding the Horn of Africa region within a seven-year timeframe, with a broader vision to advance sustainable development throughout Africa. Our efforts are centered around constructing critical infrastructure, implementing robust law enforcement measures, reconstituting the rule of law, fostering transparent governance, and reinforcing essential public services. Our overarching objective is to equip the region with state-of-the-art technological tools that enable modern self-governance and inclusive political discourse, while promoting stability, peace, economic prosperity, and advancement for the people of the Horn of Africa and other developing regions.
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To achieve our goals, our program has prioritized infrastructure reconstruction in the region. Recognizing the pivotal role that advanced digital technologies can play in this effort, we are committed to deploying innovative solutions that enhance connectivity, communication, and collaboration among communities, institutions, and governments, promoting inclusivity, shared prosperity, and a brighter future for all of Africa.
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Our company specializes in impact investment strategies, with a focus on generating measurable social and environmental impact. We conduct impact metrics research to identify the most effective ways to support social innovation and entrepreneurialism. Our goal is to not only generate financial returns, but also to create meaningful positive change in the world.
MISSION 7 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT MANDATES
Our program aims to revitalize a region within a seven-year timeframe by constructing critical infrastructure, implementing law enforcement measures, re-establishing the rule of law, promoting transparent governance, and enhancing public safety, health, and other essential services. Our primary objective is to provide the country with state-of-the-art technological tools that support modern self-governance and inclusive political discourse. Our unwavering commitment is to promote stability, peace, and economic prosperity for the Somalis, other Africans, and those coming from other developing regions around the world.
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Our program's focus is on infrastructure reconstruction in the region. We aim to achieve this through the deployment of innovative technological solutions to improve connectivity, communication, and collaboration among communities, institutions, and governments. In doing so, we believe we can create a sustainable ecosystem that promotes inclusivity, shared prosperity, and a brighter future for all.
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Water Purification, Water Supply, Seawater Desalination, Greywater Recycling, Blackwater Treatment, Water Storage, Irrigation Systems.
NEXT GENERATION SMART TECHNOLOGY
At ODT Program, we firmly believe that technology is an indispensable tool for sustainable development. We view it as a means to expedite progress, enhance efficiency, and empower communities to make informed decisions that positively impact the world around them. However, we also acknowledge that technology is not a panacea and necessitates careful consideration and implementation. As an organization, we are committed to digital justice and inclusion, which means we strive to ensure that our technologies are accessible, scalable, and equitable. We believe that everyone, irrespective of their socioeconomic status, should have access to digital resources and tools that allow them to thrive in today's fast-paced world. Guided by this belief, the ODT Program is actively engaged in researching and developing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable technological solutions that address various developmental and humanitarian challenges.
Our research and development efforts are focused on hyper-infrastructure construction and management, digital twin, digital identity, data privacy, and digital finance. Moreover, we are dedicated to enhancing the data and digital literacy of the local communities through various capacity building training programs. Through our unwavering commitment to these initiatives, we aim to create a more equitable, sustainable, and just world for all.
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Learning from the development of Neom and the Line Project, ODT will explore possibilities of developing sustainable megastructures with unique architectural style for the context of Africa. This concept aims to provide opportunities for the development of landmark architectures that conform to the developmental reality and contemporary sustainable development needs, while enriching the region’s architectural heritage and cultural appreciation value. The exploration will transcend the limitations of technocracy and the ethical challenges associated with top-down decision making, embracing contemporary design and planning technologies like the metaverse and other participatory tools to redefine the notion of magnificence for the future.
BUILDING SMART CITIES FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH
As the Red Sea economy zone continues to connect continents and drive economic growth, the region is poised for great success. Infrastructure development plans are already underway, aiming to foster sustainable development while providing businesses with access to new markets and consumers. Among them, some of the projects involved are the establishment of ports and cities to enhance connectivity with the southern side of the Red Sea. Of particular significance are the NEOM project in the north and the Wadi Salaam city project on the African side. Through our proposal, these two projects will collectively serve as the twin capitals for the Red Sea economy zone, spearheading the future of the area. Together with other endeavors such as the Belt and Road Initiative, these strategic arrangements signify a transformative undertaking that will channel knowledge, goods, and capital from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia into Africa.
The Red Sea economy zone presents a unique opportunity for us to develop innovative public-private partnership models and contribute to the growth of the region. We have been offered the chance to create concession zones that will not only enhance the urban and architectural landscapes, but also drive advancements in finance and banking policies. By collaborating with government authorities, we aim to strengthen institutionalization of the governments in terms of their finance, banking, policy-making, and infrastructure development systems.
Cross-Africa development, from the east coast to the west coast, is a concept that holds immense potential for the continent. The Magnitude Development Consortium aims to connect African countries through infrastructure development, enabling trade and investment across the continent. With the Red Sea economy zone serving as a gateway, the Magnitude Development Consortium can capitalize on the region's economic growth to expand its network and promote sustainable development. By piloting innovative models of public-private partnership and collaborating with government authorities, we can contribute to the economic growth of the Red Sea economy zone and help drive cross-Africa development in the years to come.
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With the Red Sea region experiencing rapid economic growth and development, forecasts predict a threefold increase in GDP and a six fold increase in trade volume by 2035. To harness this potential, our proposal aims to establish the NEOM and Wadi Salaam projects as twin capitals for the Red Sea economy zone. The proposed capital will facilitate economic and knowledge exchanges within the communities of the Red Sea and link the region to the broader African continent and global economic regions. This proposal has immense potential to accelerate the region's economic growth and development.
