The Institution of Engineers Somalia (IES) successfully organized the Somali’s First World Engineering Day (WED2025) Celebration under the theme: “Shaping a Sustainable Future Through Engineering.”
The celebration was held at Jazeera Hotel, Airport Street, Wadajir District, Mogadishu, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and brought together more than 250 participants, including engineers, engineering professionals, students, academics, government representatives, development partners, and other stakeholders.
The event provided an important platform to recognize the vital role of engineering in sustainable development, innovation, infrastructure development, and addressing Somalia’s development challenges.
Event Activities
The World Engineering Day 2025 Celebration featured a range of activities, including:
- Opening Ceremony
- Keynote Address
- Welcome and Remarks from IES Leadership
- Presentations on Engineering and Sustainable Development
- Technical and Professional Discussions
- Panel Discussions and Interactive Sessions
- Recognition of the Contribution of Engineers to Somalia’s Development
- Networking and Professional Engagement
- Closing Remarks and Appreciation
The celebration highlighted the contribution of engineers and the engineering profession to building a more sustainable, resilient, and innovative future for Somalia and the world.
Through the successful organization of World Engineering Day 2025, IES reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the engineering profession in Somalia, promoting professional collaboration, encouraging innovation, and supporting engineering solutions for sustainable national development.