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MOGADISHU — Under sovereign patronage reflecting the state’s belief that the human mind is the primary driver of revival, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, Somali Prime Minister, inaugurated last night the “Third National Education Conference.” This major educational forum aims to shape the future of knowledge as a cornerstone of security and sustainable development.
In his keynote address, the Prime Minister emphasized that education represents the highest priority on the national transformation agenda. He noted that investing in education funding, qualifying teaching staff, and modernizing curricula is not merely a developmental choice, but a sovereign strategy to enhance national security and achieve desired economic breakthroughs.
His Excellency explained that Somalia has taken tangible steps in rebuilding the educational system by activating core laws and policies. He stressed that the government is committed to strengthening the educational management system to ensure quality outcomes that meet international standards, serving the aspirations of rising generations.
The conference aims to highlight mechanisms for improving education quality and expanding academic cooperation with regional countries. This aligns with the National Transformation Plan, which recognizes education as the foundation for building lasting peace, consolidating good governance, and stimulating comprehensive economic growth.
The opening session witnessed a notable diplomatic and academic presence. The Prime Minister expressed his deep appreciation to the participants, specifically thanking H.E. Dr. Nabil Mohamed Ahmed, Minister of Higher Education and Research of the Republic of Djibouti, and his delegation, praising the fraternal cooperation in the field of knowledge.
Initial deliberations focused on aligning educational strategies with modern labor market requirements and the necessity of integrating scientific research with productive sectors. This ensures transforming educational institutions into beacons that contribute to solving societal issues and achieving scientific leadership.
The conference also reviewed successes in “educational digitalization” and the development of school and university infrastructure. It was emphasized that the sustainability of these gains requires effective partnerships between the government, the private sector, and international partners interested in supporting innovation and knowledge.
In conclusion, the Prime Minister stressed that this conference represents a platform for drawing a comprehensive educational roadmap. It places Somalia on the threshold of a new era of enlightenment, where the pen becomes the true guarantee for preserving peace and building a state of institutions capable of competing globally.
The Somali Ministry of Education and Higher Education plays a role that transcends traditional pedagogical management; it is currently leading a “silent revolution” to reshape the national identity and build the modern Somali individual. By unifying national curricula, restoring the integrity of public examinations, and expanding educational coverage in recovered areas, the Ministry has become the true architect of the stability process.
This conference consolidates the Ministry’s role as a bridge between scientific research and human development goals, transforming education from a basic service into a locomotive leading Somalia toward regional leadership and innovation-driven growth.
