The international symposium in Thimphu, Bhutan, wrapped up on September 17, 2025, with an important agreement aimed at transforming medical education and encouraging collaboration across continents. The three-day event, called the “International Symposium on Enhancing Medical Education,” took place from September 15 to 17 and was organized by the Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences […]
Jimma University’s College of Law and Governance (CLG) has made the successful completion of a National Curriculum Review Workshop for its new Bachelor of Arts program in Political Science and International Relations (PSIR). The workshop, held at the CLG AC Hall, convened experts to finalize a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with national priorities and international […]
Jimma University has garnered international recognition as a leader in sustainable agriculture at the Africa Climate Summit 2025, applauded for its innovative work in biochar-based biofertilizer technology. This accolade was awarded during a high-level panel discussion titled “Access to Voluntary Carbon Markets through Biochar-Based Organic Soil Amendments,” hosted by the German Biomass Research Centre (DBFZ) […]
The Jimma University Design and Consultancy Service (JUDCS) today formally handed over a comprehensive set of procurement documents to the Ethiopian Construction Authority (ECA) during a ceremonial event held in Jimma. This marks the successful completion of a significant consultancy project aimed at reforming Ethiopia’s construction procurement framework. The handover included the newly developed Standard […]
A transformative initiative at Jimma University is revolutionizing sheep farming, making it a more intelligent and profitable venture for local families. The collaboration between Jimma University and ICARDA is rooted in the principle of listening to farmers’ needs, aiming to enhance the livestock that is already well-adapted to the local environment. The Community-Based Breeding Program […]
The first-ever online summit of the #ChildrenoftheNileInitiative was successfully held today, September 6, 2025, under the unifying theme: “Building an Academic Bridge across 11 Nations: Knowledge, Cooperation and a Shared Future for the Nile.” The landmark virtual event brought together academic leaders, researchers, and stakeholders from across the Nile Basin to chart a new course […]
The Ethiopian Physics Society in North America (EPSNA), in collaboration with eight Ethiopian universities, successfully conducted the EPSNA 2025 Virtual Summer School (VSS). Jimma University was a key host center, coordinating academic and logistical activities for participants The success of the program at Jimma University was strengthened by strong institutional leadership. The President and Academic […]
Jimma University, in collaboration with the Network for Advancement of Sustainable Capacity in Education and Research in Ethiopia (NASCERE) and the Strategic International Partnership (SIP) of Ghent University, is hosting a significant four-day workshop from August 25-28, 2025. The event, titled “Strengthening Collaborative Excellence: Reflecting on a Decade of NASCERE SIP and Envisioning Future Partnerships,” [...]
Jimma University recently hosted a closing seminar for the ASSURE SI Project (A Sustainable Construction for Ethiopia: Integrating Local Resources for Affordable, Resilient and Sustainable Housing) marking the successful end of a two-year initiative focused on promoting eco-friendly and resilient building practices across the country. The project received support from the Belgian Directorate-General for Development [...]
The METODIC project, a significant international initiative supported by the European Union’s Erasmus+ program. Launched in November 2024, this project places JU at the forefront of educational innovation in sustainability and the circular economy within East Africa’s textile industry. Funded under the Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education (CBHE) strand, METODIC brings together a powerful […]