The 10th Annual Conference on Somali Studies (ACSOS2023) Concludes in Mogadishu

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The 10th Annual Conference on Somali Studies (ACSOS2023) successfully concluded in Mogadishu from December 5th to 7th, 2023. This conference is annually organized by the Institute for Somali Studies (ISOS), affiliated with Mogadishu University as this year’s conference reflected on its Decennial Commemoration under the theme “Ten Years of Fostering Knowledge.” This year, the event was hosted by three universities: Mogadishu University, Benadir University and Hormuud University.

 

ACSOS2023 featured a diverse program with research presentations, engaging panel discussions, insightful keynote speeches and student poster presentations. The event drew participation from academics, scholars, researchers, activists and government officials, reflecting on a decade of consistent gatherings since April 2014, ACSOS, organized by the Institute for Somali Studies (ISOS), remains a crucial space for knowledge exchange, addressing critical issues in Somali studies, and fostering academic excellence.

 

The 10th-anniversary celebration marks a decade of dedicated efforts in promoting collaboration within the Somali studies community.

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