Leadership & Team
Our Leadership
Our leadership team combines academic excellence, research expertise, and a shared passion for innovation. The Institute brings together faculty members, researchers, and emerging talent committed to building an inclusive and responsible AI community in Somalia. Together, we champion collaboration, creativity, and the responsible use of AI to address real world challenges across health, agriculture, education, and governance
Meet our Team
Dr. Yahye Abukar Ahmed
Director & Strategic AI Lead
An AI expert with 23+ publications, specializing in data science, cybersecurity, and societal AI applications.
Dr. Fuad Mire Hassan
Senior AI & NLP Expert
PhD-level Data Scientist specializing in NLP and machine learning, with strong academic leadership and contributions to AI research and education
Eng. Mahad Hassan
AI Strategist & Innovation
recognized by Google for Startups and Techstars, leading AI-driven learning, innovation ecosystems, and digital transformation in Somalia.
Eng. Ubaid Mohamed
Senior Data Scientist
A researcher specializing in AI, machine learning, and IoT, with applied research in smart systems, fraud detection, and Somali-language NLP.
Eng. Nuradin Mohamed
IOT Experts
A telecommunications engineer, specializing in IoT systems, wireless communications, and applied research in sensor networks
Dr. Ismail Mohamed Ali
Intelligent IS Specialist
Specializing in information systems, IT management, and big data analytics, with CISA certification and strong leadership in digital transformation
Dr. Mohamed Omar
AI & IOT Expert
PhD-level IT expert specializing in strategic IT management, digital transformation, and applied research in IoT and information systems.
Eng. Ahmed Abdi Elmi
Director & Strategic AI Lead
A systems engineer and researcher at SIMAD University, specializing in wireless communications, networking, IoT, and antenna design.