Dubai, (Hornpost) Zainab, widely known as Zai Jama, is more than just a beauty queen – she’s a 23-year-old Somali-born humanitarian, advocate, and survivor of female genital mutilation (FGM). As a proud advocate, Zai has dedicated her voice and platform to raising awareness and driving change for young girls and women affected by harmful cultural practices.
Through her foundation, the Female Initiative Foundation, she leads impactful work focused on ending FGM, promoting gender equality, and creating safe spaces for women to heal, grows, and thrive.
With a degree in Aviation and a heart for humanitarian work, Zainab is an inspiring individual who embodies beauty, brains, and compassion. We’re honored to have her visit us.
At Bu Abdullah Investment, we believe in nurturing talent and supporting initiatives that drive positive change. Zainab’s visit is a testament to our commitment to fostering meaningful connections and collaborations. We’re excited to learn more about her remarkable journey and explore potential opportunities for partnership and growth.

Hornpost staff reporter
Abdikarim Salah
Abdikarim Saed Salah is a multimedia journalist and international correspondent with over 15 years of professional experience in broadcast journalism, digital media, and political reporting across the Horn of Africa. He is the Founder, Editor and reporter at Horn post Digital News Platform, He is currently based in Hargeisa, Somaliland, where he works as a TV presenter and producer at Horn Cable TV, covering politics, regional security, governance, and international affairs. His reporting focuses on major developments in the Horn of Africa, including geopolitical dynamics, elections, security issues, and diplomatic relations. He is known for producing in-depth interviews, field reporting, and analysis-driven journalism.


