Education Innovation
Digital learning, curriculum development, and pedagogical research.
Private not-for-profit university
Education that transforms lives.
Sahal University serves students across Bosaso, Lasanod, Galkayo, and the E-Campus with bachelor degree and diploma programs in regular and online study modes.
2010Founded as an institute
2016Upgraded to university status
6Academic faculties
4Campuses and E-Campus
About Sahal University
A university built for access, quality, and community impact.
Sahal University is a private not-for-profit foundation university originally founded in 2010 and upgraded to university status in 2016. The university prepares professionals through quality teaching, research, practical engagement, and student-centered support.
- Accredited by education authorities in Puntland State and the Federal Government of Somalia.
- Focused on inclusive education, ethical leadership, innovation, and public trust.
- Serving learners through regular campus study and distance education.
Academic Programs
Bachelor degree and diploma pathways
Programs are organized across economics, management, computing, education, health sciences, law, humanities, and social sciences.
Research & Impact
Research aligned with sustainable development
Sahal University connects teaching, community service, and applied research across education, health, economy, technology, policy, language, and culture.
Healthcare Systems
Public health, healthcare delivery, and health policy analysis.
Economic Development
Entrepreneurship, labor markets, and sustainable business practices.
Campuses
One university, four learning environments
Sahal University presents a shared institutional website for all campuses while giving each location a clear place in the student journey.
Main Campus
Bosaso Main Campus
The main academic and administrative center, serving regular students with classrooms, labs, student services, and campus leadership.
Regional Campus
Lasanod Campus
A regional learning hub extending Sahal University programs and student support to learners in Lasanod and surrounding communities.
Regional Campus
Galkayo Campus
A growing campus supporting regular academic programs, community engagement, and access to higher education in Galkayo.
Online Study
E-Campus
A distance-learning pathway for students who need flexible access to quality university education across Somalia and beyond.
E-Campus
Flexible online learning for distance students.
The E-Campus expands access to Sahal University programs through online learning, digital student services, academic support, and connected learning tools.
News & Events
Academic life in action
Recent activities highlight practical learning, student development, community service, and academic engagement.
Student Development
Career Building Seminar
Academic and career sessions that help students prepare for professional life, leadership, and employment.
Applied Learning
Health Science Practical Training
Students strengthen classroom learning through practical laboratory and health science sessions.
Technology Skills
ICT Hardware Practical Session
Computing students build employable technical skills through hands-on practice and guided labs.
Ready to begin your Sahal University journey?
Applications are handled through the official application portal. Students can also check HEMIS status through the separate HEMIS portal.