President of Kismayo University, Prof. Mohamed Abdi Adan from the board of SomaliREN and Mr. Bashir Mohamed Hashi, the head of the international cooperation of the University, participated in the annual meeting of the Universities united in SomaliREN. The conference was held from 12-14 February 2024. It took place in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.

Key discussions:
• Tackling shared challenges & opportunities in Somali higher education.
• Building closer collaboration & resource sharing within SomaliREN.
• Ensuring equitable access for every student across Somalia.
• Expanding access to SomaliREN’s services for member universities.

President Prof. Adan emphasized Kismayo University’s commitment to:
• Contributing to a more vibrant and impactful Somali higher education landscape.
• Working collaboratively with SomaliREN to achieve shared goals.
• Opening doors to valuable opportunities for growth and development

Looking ahead, participants left the meeting with a renewed sense of purpose and unity. There was a shared vision for the future, emphasizing collaboration and resource accessibility as essential drivers of progress in education. SomaliREN’s platform serves as a catalyst for transformative change, offering a pathway for institutions to address challenges and seize opportunities collectively.