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**Mogadishu (AX)** – On a bright Saturday morning, a significant chapter unfolded in the pages of Somalia’s educational journey. Nearly 40,000 students embarked on the pivotal 12th Grade Certificate Examination for the 2024–2025 academic year. Such moments, steeped in hope and ambition, are not merely about tests; they represent dreams, aspirations, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge amidst challenging circumstances. This year, an impressive total of **39,397 students** from various regions and districts across the…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant event for education in Somalia, a total of 41,639 students in the Banadir region participated in the intermediate-level national examinations last Monday. This marks a remarkable achievement, as it's now the sixth consecutive year that the Banadir Regional Administration has independently overseen the administration of these standardized tests. The day began with a sense of anticipation as students entered examination centers filled with nerves and hopeful energy. The Governor of Banadir…

Garowe (AX) — In a significant development, the Northeastern State regional administration has placed a definitive ban on the administration of North Western State of Somalia’s certificate examination in the Badhan district of the Sanaag region. This area is pivotal, as it is contested land claimed by both Northeastern State and North Western State of Somalia, making the decision a potentially contentious one. On Sunday, the Governor of the Sanaag region, representing Northeastern State, took a firm stance by announcing…

Somalia: A Closer Look at Northeastern State's Growing Education System in 2025 AXADLE, Northeastern State — In an exciting development for Northeastern State, the Ministry of Education and Higher Learning has revealed that a remarkable 23,768 students are set to participate in this year's unified 8th and 12th-grade exams. This figure marks a 9.61% increase from 2024, a testament to the ongoing educational advancements unfolding in this vibrant region of northeastern Somalia. Reflecting on last year's numbers, 21,685…

Mogadishu (AX) – In an exciting yet challenging development, the Somali Ministry of Education and Higher Education has officially set the dates for this year’s National Secondary School Examinations. Students from across most regions of the country will gather to showcase their knowledge and skills from June 14 to June 29, 2025. This momentous occasion is not just an exam; it's a stepping stone toward future opportunities and dreams. In a press release shared this past Saturday, the ministry provided essential details for…

Authorities ordered the disconnection of 3G during the patent tests from Monday to Wednesday. No internet between 8 and at. 12 and in the evening between kl. 15 and at 19 universal time. According to the government, the measure is aimed at combating fraud, but the measure seriously affects economic activities across the country. Ahmed, in his thirties, manages a small money transfer agency between Nouakchott and the interior regions. Since Monday, its activities have stopped: "Due to internet shutdown, I had important…