The Somali National University and the University of Rwanda Sign Cooperation Agreement

KIGALI – The Somali National University (JUS) and the University of Rwanda have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in higher education, research, and knowledge development.

The agreement was signed by the Deputy Director of Planning and Development of the Somali National University, Dr. Fu’aad Mire Xasan, and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Rwanda for Strategic Planning and Administrative Affairs, Dr. Raymond Ndikumana.

This new partnership focuses on developing joint research, exchanging knowledge and experiences, enhancing the capacity of scholars and students, and improving the quality of higher education in both countries.

Additionally, the agreement supports the efforts of the Federal Government of Somalia to advance education for peace, national reconciliation, strengthening community cohesion, and building a generation that upholds the values of peace, tolerance, coexistence, and responsible citizenship.

Officials from both universities expressed their commitment to implementing the terms of the agreement, noting that this partnership will create new opportunities for students, teachers, and researchers in both countries.

This agreement resulted from a working visit and strategic discussions led by the Deputy Director of Planning and Development of the Somali National University during their stay in Rwanda. The delegation also includes officials from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation, the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education, and the National Commission for Higher Education.