ABOUT US

Overview

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The National Commission for Higher Education (NCHE) is formally established by the Higher Education Law signed into effect by the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia and the Parliament on December 4, 2024. As an official legal entity, the NCHE has been granted a legal personality, which allows it to hold and manage property, enter into legal agreements, and litigate in its own name.1 The Commission is tasked with the comprehensive guidance, regulation, development, and quality assurance of all higher education institutions throughout the country, encompassing both public and private institutions.

vission

To ensure the development of Somalia's Higher Education Institutions as centers of academic excellence that meet the development needs of Somalia and achieve global competitiveness 

MISSION

The mission for the National Commission for Higher Education 

Develop quality programs:

To create and enhance high-quality higher education programs.

Produce skilled individuals:

To graduate students who are competent, innovative, and possess high moral values.

Promote research and knowledge:

To encourage research, knowledge transfer, and lifelong learning.

Meet national aspirations:

To ensure that the education provided aligns with and fulfills the nation's goals and needs.

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A SET OF FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES AND OBJECTIVES

objectives

  • Raising academic knowledge through teaching and research.
  • Advancing the culture and economy of the nation.
  • Contributing to national development plans related to the economy and social affairs.
  • Enhancing the quality and standards of teaching and research.
  • Strengthening the ability of students to think critically and independently.
  • Promoting equal opportunities for students and staff within higher education institutions.
  • Creating an inclusive environment where individuals with special needs have equal access to education.

CORE VALUES

INTEGRETY

The Commission operates with honesty and transparency in all its dealings, ensuring that decisions on accreditation and policy are fair and unbiased.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The NCHE holds itself and all higher education institutions accountable for meeting established standards and fulfilling their roles effectively.

EXCELLENCE

The Commission is committed to promoting and maintaining the highest standards of academic quality and institutional performance across the country.

PROFESSIONALISM

The NCHE conducts its work with a high degree of skill, competence, and diligence, providing expert guidance and oversight to the education sector.

COLLABORATION

The commission works in close partnership with academic institutions, government bodies, and other stakeholders to achieve its shared goals for educational development.

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Contact Us

Villa Somalia, Mogadishu, Somalia
+252610864444
info@nche.gov.so
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