Delivering the welcoming address, Dr. Ing. Tewfik Jemal, President of Werabe University, expressed his great honour and pleasure in receiving the new international students, describing the day as an important milestone in their educational journey. He noted that the students bring with them diverse languages, cultures, and perspectives, which significantly enrich the University’s academic environment and strengthen its global outlook.

“We want you to feel not just welcomed, but truly at home,” the President emphasised.

Dr. Tewfik highlighted the University’s commitment to supporting the students academically and socially, adding that Werabe University is not only a place of learning but also a space for friendship, discovery, and personal growth.

International students at the event expressed their happiness at joining Werabe University. They said they felt warmly welcomed and looked forward to engaging with the local culture while sharing their own heritage.

The program featured artistic performances that showcased Ethiopian culture to the South Sudanese and Somaliland students, as well as performances representing South Sudanese and Somaliland culture to the Ethiopian community. These exchanges highlighted the spirit of cultural diversity and mutual understanding.

The event concluded with a reaffirmation of the University’s dedication to creating an inclusive, supportive, and culturally vibrant environment for all international students.

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