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- Opportunities1 min read
RIO Center Opens Applications for the 2026 Innovation Challenge
Young innovators across Somalia are invited to submit ideas addressing challenges in education, health, the economy, the environment, and public service delivery.
Read more - Research1 min read
New Research Report: Youth Employment and Skills Mismatch in Mogadishu
A survey of 412 graduates and 87 employers reveals a persistent gap between graduate skills and employer requirements across six sectors.
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RIO Research Clinic Supports 120 Students in Its First Semester
The Research Clinic has delivered consultations covering topic selection, methodology design, data analysis, and publication guidance.
Read more - Partnerships1 min read
Partnership Signed with Banadir Regional Administration
RIO Center and the Banadir Regional Administration will collaborate on local governance research, community outreach, and public service improvement.
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Applications Open: Artificial Intelligence for Business and Education
A four-week practical course on what AI tools can and cannot do, and how to deploy them responsibly in a Somali institutional context.
Read more - Consultancy1 min read
RIO Center Delivers Strategic Planning Support to Federal Ministry
A three-month assignment producing a five-year strategic plan, performance framework, and departmental workplans.
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