Somali National University (SNU) — Jaamacadda Ummadda Soomaaliyeed — has a long and important history in the development of higher education in Somalia. As the country’s national public university, it has contributed to Somalia’s political, scientific, technological, economic, social and human development for many decades.
Today, SNU offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across a wide range of disciplines, including medicine, agriculture, science, economics, engineering, education, law, social sciences, Islamic studies, veterinary medicine, health sciences, languages and graduate studies.
Our Vision
Somali National University (SNU) aspires to be a world-class public university that excels in education, innovation, research, community engagement and technology transfer. The University is committed to developing highly competent graduates, visionary leaders and outstanding professionals who contribute meaningfully to the advancement of society, both nationally and globally.
Our Mission
SNU provides relevant, high-quality education and research programmes through the creation, dissemination and curation of knowledge. The University seeks to produce skilled and ethical professionals capable of addressing the country’s socio-economic, political, cultural, scientific and technological challenges.
At a glance
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Campuses
- Shabelle CampusColumbia Road, Hamar Weyne, Mogadishu, Somalia
- Gaheyr CampusAfgooye Road, KM 6, Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia
- Science and Technology Park (KM4 Campus)KM4 (Farsamada Ganacsiga), Waaberi District, Mogadishu, Banaadir, Somalia
- Abudwak CampusAbudwak (Caabudwaaq), Galmudug State, Somalia
- Badhan CampusBadhan, Sanaag, Somalia
Source: XML pages “History”, “Vision and Purpose”, campus pages, Membership & Partners




