East Hararghe University was established in 2007 as part of Ethiopia's higher education expansion program. Located in Jijiga, the capital of the Somali Regional State, the university was founded to address the educational needs of the region and contribute to its socio-economic development. Since its inception, EHU has grown from a small institution with a handful of programs to a comprehensive university offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple disciplines. The university has played a crucial role in human resource development in the region and beyond. Today, East Hararghe University stands as a beacon of hope and opportunity, serving thousands of students and contributing to research and community development initiatives that benefit the entire Somali region and Ethiopia..