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SNU Takes Part in Wagon2Africa Project Closing Conference in Italy

Jaamacadda Ummadda oo Ka Qayb Gashay Shirka Gabagabada Mashruuca Wagon2Africa ee Dalka Talyaaniga

SNU Takes Part in Wagon2Africa Project Closing Conference in Italy

Palermo, Italy – 7 May 2026:- The Rector of Somali National University (SNU) and a senior delegation from the University took part in the closing event of the international Wagon2Africa project, held in the city of Palermo, Italy.

The conference, organised by the University of Palermo (UNIPA), focused on the advancement of inclusive education, the use of educational technology, increasing community participation and strengthening cooperation between African and European universities.

The Wagon2Africa project aims to support and advance:

Inclusive education

The use of educational technology

Capacity building for young people and for society in general

Stronger cooperation between African and European universities

The development of modern skills and innovation

During the conference, Somali National University presented its vision and experience of building a digital education system that supports the quality of education and community participation in Somalia. The University’s presentation was widely praised for its developmental vision and for the continuing efforts to modernise higher education in the country.

In addition, nine (9) students of Somali National University who are pursuing their higher studies at the University of Palermo (UNIPA) presented research and academic studies at the conference, which caught the attention of participants and were warmly commended for the quality and academic standard they demonstrated.

English translation of the original published on snu.edu.so in Somali (Af-Soomaali).

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