About us

WHAT WE DO
Provide petroleum-related Consultancy services such as Fiscal terms and PSA negotiations, capacity-building training, Multi-client Seismic data and acreage contract acquisitions, public-private entity partnerships, and International Oil & Gas Company(s) onboarding initiatives.

WHO WE ARE
PetroSom is an established Oil and gas consultancy firm in East Africa with professional consultants in Norway, Kenya, South Sudan, and Somalia. The company aims to be the most credible local content and consulting partner in the region's emerging Oil and gas Industry.

Karar has over 15 years of offshore oil and gas experience and has worked in multiple management capacities for a global company in Norway. Throughout the years, Karar has earned a reputation for being one of the best oil and gas promoters of Somali Offshore hydrocarbon potential. As a former Director General of the Ministry of Petroleum, he has in-depth knowledge of key legislation and protocols that benefit our clients. He goes above and beyond to ensure mutual results are achieved in the shortest possible time.

With over seven years of experience starting and operating businesses in East Africa, Jakob has a wealth of regional knowledge.
Having worked in senior management roles and founded and run his own consulting company, his network across countries and sectors is endless. He knows how to operate and get tasks done.

Mrs. Nimo Mohamoud has a wealth of experience in economic policy advisory, program management, human resource management, civil service reform, strategic planning, and financial advisory. She is also an expert in formulating policies, financial modeling, conducting research, and leading transformative programs to foster economic and social development.

Eng. Karar Shukri Doomey
Founder and Managing Director

Mrs. Nimo Ahmed Mohamoud
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Mr. Jakob Werner
Business Development Manager

Sayida-Nasra is a senior business developer and customer relations manager based in London and Riyadh with over 10 years of experience delivering exceptional customer service & maintaining long-term client relationships in both the private & public sectors.

Mrs. Sayida-Nasra Malin
Senior Client Relations Manager