📍 Garowe, Puntland State of Somalia
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Higher Education Commission Puntland State of Somalia
Puntland's Authority on Higher Education

Advancing Excellence in Higher Education

The Higher Education Commission of Puntland regulates, accredits, and promotes quality higher education institutions across the region, building the foundations of a prosperous future.

12+
Accredited Institutions
30K+
Students Enrolled
7
Academic Regions
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Established for Educational Excellence
📢 Notice Applications for the 2025–26 Academic Year Accreditation Review are now open.  ·  HEC Puntland to host Regional Higher Education Summit in Garowe — July 2026.  ·  New Quality Assurance Framework released — Download PDF
Chairman of the Higher Education Commission
Prof. / Hon. Chairman
Chairman — Higher Education Commission, Puntland
Chairman's Message

A Message from
Our Chairman

Higher Education Commission · Puntland State of Somalia

Education is the cornerstone of every prosperous nation. Our commitment is not merely to regulate — it is to inspire a generation of thinkers, leaders, and innovators who will transform Puntland and Somalia.

On behalf of the Higher Education Commission of Puntland State of Somalia, it is my honour to welcome you to our official platform. This institution was established with a singular, unwavering purpose: to ensure that every student in Puntland has access to quality, accredited, and internationally competitive higher education.

Since our establishment, we have worked tirelessly to build a robust framework for quality assurance, institutional accreditation, and academic excellence. We have accredited universities across the region, developed policies that meet international standards, and forged partnerships with global educational bodies to position Puntland on the world academic map.

We remain fully committed to supporting our universities, protecting our students, and investing in the intellectual capital that will drive our region's development for generations to come.

The Honourable Chairman
Higher Education Commission — Puntland State of Somalia
Garowe, Puntland
Chairman@hec-puntland.org
Our Mandate

What We Do

The HEC operates under a clear legal mandate to regulate, accredit, and develop higher education across Puntland.

  • Institutional Accreditation
    Review and accredit higher education institutions against national quality standards
  • Policy Development
    Develop and enforce education legislation, policies, and quality frameworks
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    International Cooperation
    Build partnerships with global universities and educational organisations
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    Research & Development
    Promote academic research, scholarship, and knowledge production
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    Student Protection
    Safeguard student rights and ensure academic standards are upheld
Our Vision
To establish a world-class higher education system in Puntland that produces competent, ethical, and innovative graduates capable of leading national development.
Our Mission
To regulate, accredit, and continuously improve higher education institutions in Puntland, fostering excellence, inclusivity, and relevance to national needs.
Core Values
Integrity
Excellence
Accountability
Inclusivity
Innovation
Collaboration
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Registered Institutions

Accredited Universities & Colleges

All institutions listed below have been reviewed and accredited by the Higher Education Commission of Puntland.

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