The University of Hargeisa Library held a special ceremony for members of its Reading Club. The event aimed to motivate and promote reading activities among students from different colleges and Faculties. The ceremony was opened by Mrs. Nasra Sead Jama, the Director of the Library, emphasized the importance of reading within an academic environment. She also expressed appreciation for the lecturer guiding the club’s reading initiatives.

Following her speech, Mr. Ibrahim Elmi, the Acting Director of Academic Affairs, praised the efforts of the students, lecturers, and the library director for their commitment to enhancing the library’s services and fostering a strong reading culture. In closing, Dr. Abdirashid Ismail Mohamed, the Vice President for Administration and Development, underscored the significance of reading and reiterated the university’s commitment to supporting such initiatives. He announced that the university is preparing to upgrade and expand its library services in the coming year to support student learning and research further.

The University of Hargeisa places special importance on promoting a culture of reading, recognizing it as a cornerstone of academic excellence. When students engage with books, it is not merely about gathering information—reading opens the mind, strengthens analytical skills, and prepares students to become future leaders. Special appreciation goes to the library staff, the lecturer leading the Reading Club, and the students who have dedicated themselves to reading valuable books. We encourage other students to join the University’s Reading Clubs and to increase the time they dedicate to reading books.