To the Global Family of Jimma University,
As the year gently folds into a season of reflection and light, we extend our warmest greetings to our cherished expatriate staff, diligent students, valued partners, and alumni scattered across the globe.
The closing chapter of 2025 glows with the collective spirit of this community. Together, we have cultivated a vibrant harvest of achievements across the fertile fields of teaching, pioneering research, and transformative community service. Each milestone stands as a testament to the dedication that pulses at the heart of our institution.
Our journey continues with purposeful strides toward an autonomous future. The landscape ahead is filled with promise, and we are deeply engaged in the meaningful preparations this evolution requires. In this endeavor, the partnership, wisdom, and unwavering support of our expatriate colleagues and international allies have been a cornerstone. For your invaluable role in weaving your talents with our own, we express our profound and heartfelt gratitude.
In this special time of celebration, may the peace and joy of the holiday season fill your homes and hearts. On behalf of the entire Jimma University community, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a New Year brimming with hope, health, and renewed inspiration.
With great appreciation,
Jemal Abafita (PhD)
Jimma University, President