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Somalia’s Ministry of Education has announced a major step forward in its effort to strengthen the country’s learning system by recruiting 4,000 new teachers. This move brings the ministry much closer to fulfilling its long-standing commitment to hire a total of 10,000 teachers nationwide. In a statement released on Friday, officials confirmed that the recruitment process is already underway and that these new teachers will soon join classrooms across the country. This initiative reflects the government’s continued focus on expanding access to quality education and addressing the shortage of trained teachers in public schools.
Over the past two years, the ministry has steadily worked toward its goal. The recruitment began in 2023 with the first phase, during which 3,000 teachers were hired and deployed. In 2024, the ministry completed the second phase, adding another 3,000 teachers. These efforts have brought the total number of newly hired teachers to 6,000, leaving 4,000 positions that will be filled in the upcoming round. The ministry emphasized that the final phase of hiring is essential to ensuring that every region receives qualified educators who can support the country’s growing student population.
Candidates selected in the previous recruitment cycles came from the Banadir region and various federal member states, ensuring that the new workforce represents a broad cross-section of the country. Applicants were required to undergo a rigorous selection process that included a competitive examination designed to assess their knowledge, teaching skills, and readiness for classroom responsibilities. Those who passed the exam then completed a three-month training program that prepared them to teach effectively within Somalia’s national curriculum. According to the ministry, this training was essential to strengthening the overall quality of teaching in public schools and ensuring that new recruits entered the classroom with both practical and professional skills.
Officials stressed that the next group of 4,000 teachers will follow the same recruitment process to ensure fairness and consistency across all phases. By maintaining these standards, the Ministry of Education aims to build a strong and competent national teacher workforce capable of improving learning outcomes for students. As Somalia continues to rebuild and modernize its education sector, the availability of trained teachers remains one of the most important factors in creating stable, well-resourced public schools.
The ministry’s commitment to hiring 10,000 teachers signals a long-term investment in the country’s future. With a growing population and increasing enrollment rates, the demand for qualified teachers has expanded in recent years. Many public schools face challenges such as overcrowded classrooms, insufficient staff, and limited learning materials. The government believes that adding thousands of new teachers will help reduce these pressures and create more supportive learning environments for children across both urban and rural areas.
Although the recruitment process is still ongoing, the ministry has expressed confidence that it will soon complete the hiring of the remaining teachers. Once the full team of 10,000 recruits is in place, officials hope to see significant improvements in both student performance and classroom conditions. The Ministry of Education views this initiative as a key part of Somalia’s broader goal to strengthen its education system, expand literacy, and create more opportunities for young people. Ultimately, the government says that this investment in teachers is an investment in national development, stability, and future prosperity.