Professor Ali Sheikh Ahmed, General Director of the East Africa Association for Research and Development, attended the launch of a new research and innovation institute at Red Sea University in Bosaso, Puntland state, Somalia. He commended the university for its dedication to research and development and stressed the importance of fostering innovation and excellence. He encouraged the university to continue promoting research and innovation and emphasized the significance of collaboration between academia, industry, and government institutions. Professor Ahmed’s presence recognized and appreciated the university’s commitment, motivating them to strive for excellence.