MOGADISHU — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the new headquarters of the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Learning in the capital, Mogadishu.
This move is part of the federal government’s efforts to modernise and strengthen the country’s education system. The new complex is expected to serve as a central hub for managing national education policies and administration.
During the inauguration ceremony, Prime Minister Barre stressed that the project reflects his administration’s “commitment to advancing education and nurturing the future of Somali children.”
He also highlighted the significant investments made by his “DanQaran” Administration in improving the quality of education nationwide, from primary schools to universities. Barre noted that the establishment of the Higher Education Council was one of the key reforms implemented to ensure world-class university education.
Furthermore, Barre underlined the strategic importance of the Ministry of Education, describing it as “one of the most vital arms of the government” because of its responsibility towards the nation’s children and youth. He affirmed the government’s duty to ensure they have safe, modern, and accessible places to learn.
The Prime Minister concluded by commending ministry officials for their work in advancing educational reforms, digitising student records, and modernising the national education system.
The launch of the new ministry building comes amid renewed calls for investment in human capital development in Somalia, where decades of conflict have undermined access to quality education for millions.