Conference Details

The Somaliland Medical Association (SLMA) paid an official courtesy and information-sharing visit to Frantz Fanon University

The SLMA delegation was warmly received by the President of the University and the leadership of the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. The visit served as an important opportunity to strengthen institutional relationships, foster mutual understanding, and explore areas of collaboration between the medical profession and the academic sector.

During the meeting, both parties discussed the importance of building strong partnerships between medical associations and academic institutions to support the development of a competent, ethical, and well-trained healthcare workforce. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in medical education, professional development, research, and the continuous improvement of healthcare training programs.

The delegation also exchanged views with university leadership on current opportunities and challenges facing medical education and healthcare workforce development in Somaliland. Particular emphasis was placed on the need to ensure that medical graduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and professional standards required to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the population.

The meeting highlighted the value of collaboration in promoting academic excellence, supporting clinical training opportunities, and strengthening the linkages between universities, teaching hospitals, healthcare institutions, and professional bodies. Both sides recognized that closer cooperation is essential for improving the quality of medical education and preparing future healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

The Somaliland Medical Association and Frantz Fanon University further discussed the potential for future collaboration in areas such as continuing medical education, student engagement, professional mentorship, research initiatives, and capacity-building programs aimed at strengthening the health sector.

The visit concluded with a shared commitment to maintaining close communication and fostering a productive partnership that contributes to the advancement of medical education and healthcare services in Somaliland.

The Somaliland Medical Association (SLMA) remains committed to strengthening the country’s healthcare system by promoting closer collaboration among medical schools, training institutions, teaching hospitals, and healthcare facilities where future generations of doctors and healthcare professionals will learn, train, and serve their communities.