Projects

Mogadishu University is proud to be a key partner in the international PURSUE Project, an ambitious initiative funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.

The mission of PURSUE is to address the critical need for durable, affordable housing in Somalia and across Sub-Saharan Africa by harnessing innovative, eco-friendly, and cost-effective construction technologies that utilize locally available materials.

The PURSUE project is a strategic investment in the future of Somalia’s built environment. Through a powerful collaboration between eight universities from Türkiye, Portugal, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Somalia, the project focuses on:

• Enhancing Academic Excellence: Developing and integrating four new specialized courses on sustainable and hazard-resilient construction into our Civil Engineering curriculum, equipping the next generation of engineers with cutting-edge skills.
• Building Local Capacity: Upgrading our laboratory facilities and providing “Training of Trainers” for our academics and local professionals, making our Civil Engineering Department a center of excellence for construction research and innovation in Somalia.
• Creating Tangible Solutions: Promoting the use of locally sourced, environmentally sound materials to develop affordable housing solutions that are resilient to natural hazards, directly benefiting low-income households in our community.
• Fostering Knowledge Exchange: Establishing a dynamic platform for collaboration between our students, faculty, and international experts, ensuring that Mogadishu University remains at the forefront of sustainable urban development.

The Renewable Energy Advancement for Inclusive Development (READ) Project is a transformative initiative funded under the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) program. The project aims to address the critical energy deficits in Sub-Saharan Africa by bridging the gap between renewable energy education, research, and industry needs.

Its key objectives include:

1. Enhance Renewable Energy Education: Develop and implement industry-relevant curricula and training programs for students, faculty, and professionals in renewable energy fields.
2. Strengthen Research and Teaching Capacities: Improve the capabilities of African Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in renewable energy research and teaching methodologies.
3. Foster University-Industry Collaboration: Build partnerships between universities and the renewable energy sector to ensure students gain practical experience and job-ready skills.
4. Support Green Entrepreneurship: Empower students and professionals to launch and scale clean energy startups, promoting innovation in renewable energy solutions.
5. Promote Regional and International Cooperation: Strengthen academic collaborations between African and European universities to advance joint research, policy development, and innovation in renewable energy.

The project will be implemented by a consortium of eight universities from Somalia, Tanzania, Malawi, Türkiye, and Italy. Mogadishu University is proud of being active member of this consortium and leading the Quality Assurance and Monitoring Work package.

The READ project directly supports Africa’s transition to a sustainable energy future, equipping HEIs and local communities with the knowledge and skills needed to drive the clean energy revolution.