Kismayo, March 10, 2025 – The Director General of the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Education of the Jubaland State Government, Mr. Ahmed Farah Ali (Aweys), officially launched a scholarship program for 480 girls today. The program is supported by the World Bank and is part of the RAJO KAAB initiative, which will run for three years.

Through this project, participants will receive hands-on training in essential professional fields such as midwifery, nursing, and other related skills. The training will be delivered through direct instruction at Kismayo University, Gedo International University, and the Kismayo Midwifery Training Institute.

In his closing remarks, the Director General encouraged the girls to make the most of this golden opportunity, which is specifically designed for young women who have completed high school but lacked access to further education.