Mogadishu, Somalia –14 September 2024 – Zamzam University of Science and Technology (ZUST) is making headlines for its transformative work in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across Somalia’s Baidoa and Jowhar regions. Through strategic collaborations with the Zamzam Foundation and the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), the university is bridging global expertise and local action to tackle food insecurity, climate resilience, and educational disparities.
Field Research Yields Tangible Impact
ZUST’s interdisciplinary teams, comprising faculty, students, and NGO partners, have spent months conducting rigorous fieldwork in Baidoa and Jowhar—regions disproportionately affected by climate change and socio-economic instability. Key findings and outcomes include:
- Implementation of climate-smart farming techniques has boosted crop yields by 35% in pilot communities, directly benefiting over 1,200 households.
- Co-developed educational toolkits, tailored to nomadic and displaced populations, have increased school enrollment by 25% in Jowhar.
- Community-managed water systems, inspired by best practices from Kenya and Uganda, reduced water scarcity conflicts by 40% in drought-prone areas.
“Our research isn’t just about data—it’s about dignity,” said Dr. Hassan Ali, Lead Researcher at ZUST. “By listening to farmers, families, and local leaders, we’re crafting solutions that respect Somali traditions while integrating global innovation.”
ZUST’s partnership with NRC has enabled the university to benchmark Somalia’s challenges against international models.
