The SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt), in collaboration with eHealth Somalia and the Ministry of Health, successfully co-organized a roundtable discussion on the implementation of the national transformation plan (NTP) for the health sector (2025-2029). This high-level event brought...

Mohamed Hussein, a research associate at SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt) and a Ph.D. student at Mahidol University, Thailand, recently participated in an intensive weeklong training program at the Taiwan International Healthcare Training Center (TIHTC). This program brought together...

Researchers and students from the SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt) recently participated in a collaborative workshop organized by the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS) and the Ministry of Health. The discussion focused on identifying and addressing...

The SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt), through its Digital Health Program Coordinator, recently conducted an insightful workshop on Understanding Research Types and How to Publish. This session provided a beginner-friendly introduction to the fundamentals of scholarly writing, guiding participants...

Dr. Najib Isse Dirie, Senior Research Associate at SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt), represented SIGHt at the Joint Annual Review Meeting in Health Sector Somalia, organized by the Ministry of Health – Somalia. The meeting brought together key stakeholders,...

The Director of the SIMAD Institute for Global Health is honored and delighted to have served as a facilitator in the recently concluded five-day hands-on training on "Scientific Manuscript Writing Workshop" organized by the Somalia National Institute of Health. This...

In a significant stride towards advancing global health research, the SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt) partnered with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) for a collaborative research conference in Nairobi. The event gathered international experts from...

SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt) organized a collaborative forum focused on enhancing health research in Somalia. The event brought together officials from the Prime Minister's Office, healthcare organization leaders, doctors, and researchers to discuss the need for a unified...

SIMAD University Institute for Global Health (SIGHt) proudly celebrates a significant milestone as it marks the 25th anniversary of SIMAD University. The event was officially concluded by Dr. Xasan Sheekh Maxamuud, the first pioneer and one of the founding members...

Dr. Ali Haji Adam, Somalia’s Minister of Health and Member of Parliament, visited the SIMAD Institute for Global Health (SIGHt) at SIMAD University, Town Campus. He was warmly received by Dr. Abdikarim Mohaidin Ahmed, the Rector of SIMAD University, who...