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Hargeisa (Hornpost) The Somaliland Ministry of Education, Science and Research moved to reinforce its international partnerships today after Minister Prof. Ismail Doale Yusuf received a high-level delegation from the UK Office in Hargeisa, led by Ms. Tatiana Fernandes, the Deputy Head of Office and Development Counsellor.
The meeting, held at the Ministry headquarters in Hargeisa, centered on expanding the long-standing education cooperation between Somaliland and the United Kingdom—one of Somaliland’s most consistent development partners.
Focus on Quality, Curriculum Reform, and Teacher Training:
According to officials, discussions zeroed in on four core areas considered critical to Somaliland’s education roadmap:
Strengthening the quality of teaching and learning, expanding teacher-training initiatives, accelerating modern curriculum development, and broadening future development programs benefiting both rural and urban learners.
Minister Ismail expressed appreciation for the UK’s sustained support, noting that British-backed programs have been pivotal in improving access to basic education, especially in rural and vulnerable communities.
He emphasized that continuity and expansion of these education projects remain vital if Somaliland is to meet its national development goals.
UK Signals Continued Commitment:
Ms. Tatiana Fernandes reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to Somaliland’s education sector, describing education as one of the most impactful areas of long-term development cooperation.
She highlighted that the partnership between both sides has helped improve learning opportunities for thousands of children and youth, and that strengthening this cooperation could further enhance literacy, skills training, and job prospects for Somaliland’s growing young population.
Political and Development Significance:
The meeting comes at a time when Somaliland is pushing to modernize its education system amid rapid population growth and rising demands for higher-quality schooling. The UK’s involvement—often through development aid, technical assistance, and teacher-training initiatives—remains strategically important.
For Somaliland, such partnerships serve a dual function:
Boosting human capital and strengthening international engagement in a context where formal recognition remains pending.
By engaging actively with key partners like the UK, Somaliland continues to reinforce its institutional credibility and developmental stability.
Senior Officials in Attendance:
The session was also attended by the Minister of State for Education, Mohamed Yusuf Faaruuc, alongside other senior ministry officials. Their presence signaled the Ministry’s intention to align all departments behind a unified reform agenda.
A Ministry Reaffirming Its Direction:
The Ministry reiterated its commitment to advancing education nationwide and deepening collaboration with international partners as part of Somaliland’s long-term development vision.
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Prepared by
Hornpost staff Reporter
