Our Faculty of Economics hosted Hon. Axel M. Addy, former Liberian Minister of Commerce and Industry and former Chief Negotiator for Liberia’s WTO accession, for a public lecture on international trade and investment. Students explored career pathways in trade policy, negotiations, and investment promotion as Somalia deepens regional integration and pursues WTO membership. We thank Hon. Addy for sharing insights that help our students prepare for emerging opportunities in global trade. #SIMADUniversity #InternationalTradeAndInvestment #EAC #WTO

We’ve officially kicked off Orientation Week 2026–2027! Today, we welcomed our new students to SIMAD University as they prepare for university life and the journey ahead. Welcome to the SIMAD family! #SIMADUniversity #OrientationWeek2026

𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨, 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧! Orientation Week 2026–2027 is almost here! Join us from 18–21 October as we welcome a new academic year and help you get ready for life at SIMAD University. See you on campus! #SIMADUniversity #OrientationWeek2026

A Vision for Generations to Come In Dawan Africa, Dr. Osman Sayid, Dean of SIMAD University’s Faculty of Management Sciences, reflects on the vision behind our new Science and Technology Campus and the lasting contribution it could make to Somalia’s educational future. Read more: dawan.africa/news/opinion-bu…

𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: We have officially laid the foundation stone for our new Science and Technology Campus in Deynile, Mogadishu, designed to accommodate up to 15,000 students. Read the full press release below. #SIMADUniversity #ScienceAndTechnologyCampus #EntrepreneurialUniversity

Remarks by Dr. Abdikarim Mohaidin Ahmed, Rector of SIMAD University, at the foundation stone-laying ceremony of our new Science and Technology Campus. #SIMADUniversity #ScienceAndTechnologyCampus #EntrepreneurialUniversity

Remarks by Dr. Abdulrahman Salah Al-Muhailan, Chairman of the SIMAD University Board of Trustees, at the foundation stone-laying ceremony of our new Science and Technology Campus. #SIMADUniversity #ScienceAndTechnologyCampus #EntrepreneurialUniversity

Remarks by the Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, at the foundation stone-laying ceremony of our new Science and Technology Campus. #SIMADUniversity #ScienceAndTechnologyCampus #EntrepreneurialUniversity

Today, we officially laid the foundation stone for our new Science and Technology Campus in Deynile, Mogadishu, designed to accommodate up to 15,000 students. The ceremony was led by Prime Minister H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, alongside Education Minister H.E. Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir and SIMAD University’s senior leadership. #SIMADUniversity #ScienceAndTechnologyCampus #EntreprenueralUniversity

Day Two of EACON 2026 begins in Mogadishu, continuing the dialogue on Somalia’s regional integration and economic transformation. The conversations continue with a shared ambition: translating regional cooperation into practical opportunities for Somalia and East Africa. #EACON2026 #SomalialnEAC #DeepeningDomestication #EACIntegration #EastAfricaCommunity

Relive the highlights of Day One at EACON 2026 in Mogadishu. From insightful discussions to new partnerships, Day One brought together ideas and opportunities to shape Somalia’s future within the East African Community. That’s a wrap on Day One! See you tomorrow for more conversations and connections at EACON 2026. #EACON2026 #SomaliaInEAC #DeepeningDomestication #EACIntegration #EastAfricaCommunity

At EACON 2026 in Mogadishu, the EAC Executive Course was officially launched by H.E. Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir, Minister of Education, Culture and Higher Education, to strengthen human capital and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to advance Somalia’s integration into the East African Community. #EACON2026 #Somalia #EastAfricanCommunity #RegionalIntegration

H.E. Salah Jama, Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia, officially opened EACON 2026 in Mogadishu, reaffirming Somalia’s commitment to regional integration, economic growth, and stronger cooperation with EAC member states. #EACON2026 #Somalia #EastAfricanCommunity #RegionalIntegration

Dr. Mohamed Mohamud, Rector of Somali National University, delivered the opening remarks at EACON 2026 in Mogadishu. As one of the universities organising the conference, Somali National University joins other stakeholders in bringing together regional leaders, policymakers, academics, and business executives to advance dialogue on Somalia’s integration into the East African Community. #EACON2026 #SomaliaInEAC #DeepeningDomestication #EACIntegration #EastAfricaCommunity

Dr. Abdikarim Mohaidin Ahmed, Rector of SIMAD University, delivered the opening remarks at EACON 2026 in Mogadishu, reaffirming the important role of higher education institutions in advancing regional integration and cooperation. As one of the universities organising the conference, SIMAD University joins national and regional stakeholders in fostering dialogue, strengthening partnerships, and exploring opportunities for a more connected and prosperous East Africa. #EACON2026 #SomaliaInEAC #DeepeningDomestication #EACIntegration #EastAfricaCommunity

EACON 2026 commenced with welcoming remarks by Dr. Amina Sheikh Omar, Chairperson of the East African Community Conference (EACON), setting the stage for two days of dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. The conference brings together regional leaders, policymakers, business executives, academics, and development partners to explore opportunities for deeper East African integration and shared economic progress. #EACON2026 #SomaliaInEAC #DeepeningDomestication #EACIntegration #EastAfricaCommunity

The East African Community Conference (EACON 2026) has officially opened in Mogadishu, bringing together government leaders, diplomats, business executives, and academics to advance Somalia’s EAC integration through regional cooperation, strategic investment, and human capital development. #EACON2026 #SomaliaInEAC #EACIntegration #EastAfricanCommunity

A new semester, a smarter learning experience! All SIMAD University classrooms are now transformed into smart classrooms, equipped with modern display screens as part of the University’s digital transformation and 2030 Vision. #SIMADUniversity #SIMAD2030 #EntreprenueralUniversity

SIMAD University, through its SIMAD AI Institute, participated in the EAC AI Foundational Module Validation Workshop and Regional AI Network Convening in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Ms. Ifrah Hussein represented the University as Somalia’s designated AI Node Focal Person, contributing to regional discussions on AI education, research, and innovation. #SIMADUniversity #SIMADAIInstitute #AI4EAC

The SIMAD University Council, chaired by Rector Dr. Abdikarim Mohaidin Ahmed, held its monthly meeting and reviewed updates from recent international engagements. The Council also marked a significant research milestone as SIMAD University reached 1,000 research articles published in Scopus-indexed journals, spanning diverse academic disciplines and areas aligned with the SDGs. The Council further approved the summer examination results of the Institute of Modern Languages. #SIMADUniversity #UniversityCouncil #EntrepreneurialUniversity