56th Session of the General Conference of the Association of Arab Universities

As part of the Erasmus+ K117 Teaching Mobility Program, Mogadishu University had the honor of hosting Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Gümüş and Ms. Cansu Dilek from Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Faculty of Science, Mathematics, and Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering respectively. The visit aimed to foster academic collaboration, share research expertise, and explore future partnership opportunities. During their six-day stay, the guests engaged in academic presentations, interactive sessions with students, and practical workshops showcasing advanced civil engineering practices. They also held strategic meetings with university staff to discuss potential areas for joint research and academic exchange. This successful visit reflects Mogadishu University’s strong commitment to internationalization and building sustainable academic networks. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University through continued exchange in education, research, and innovation.

Mogadishu University is honored to be part of the Promoting Sustainable, Affordable Housing Construction Technologies Using Environmentally Sound Locally Available Resources (PURSUE) Project, co-funded by the Erasmus+ CBHE program. The project’s Kick-off Meeting took place from February 17–21, 2025, at the Dar Es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT) in Tanzania, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss the project’s objectives, implementation strategies, management plans, and long-term impact. PURSUE is a collaborative effort of eight partner universities from Somalia, Tanzania, Mozambique, Turkey, and Portugal. The project aims to develop innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective housing technologies by leveraging environmentally friendly, locally available materials. By enhancing technical skills, strengthening university infrastructure, and fosteringresearch in Civil Engineering, PURSUE seeks to address critical challenges in affordable housing while promoting sustainable development. Mogadishu University is committed to actively contributing to this transformative initiative, engaging in knowledge exchange, research collaborations, and capacity building to equip staff and students with essential skills and expertise for the future. We look forward to working alongside with our esteemed partners to drive innovation and sustainability in the housing sector.

Mogadishu University co-organized a high-level conference focused on digital and innovative education for migrant and internally displaced persons (IDPs) communities. Held in Mombasa, Kenya, this conference was part of the Inclusive and Innovative Digital Education for Migrant Communities in Kenya and Somalia (IIDEMIC) Project. This initiative is collaboratively implemented by six universities from Somalia, Kenya, Turkey, and Poland, and is co-funded by ERASMUS+ CBHE. The IIDEMIC Project aims to equip teachers in migrant communities with essential 21st -century soft skills to enhance their entrepreneurial competencies. In addition to the participating universities, the conference gathered prominent academics, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss, strategize, and evaluate advancements in educational initiatives for migrant communities. Representatives from the Ministry of Education and Research in Kenya, the Ministry of Interior, and various organizations shared valuable insights on policies, educational services, and sustainability in refugee education.