Shaafi University Hargeisa is a distinguished branch of Shaafi University, a highly reputed and internationally accredited higher education institution. Established in 2006 as the first private institute in Hargeisa, Somaliland, Shaafi University Hargeisa initially offered undergraduate programs primarily in social sciences. Over the years, the university has diversified its academic offerings to include a variety of fields of study, with a strong emphasis on health sciences.

Renowned for its commitment to quality education, Shaafi University Hargeisa is accredited by the Ministry of Education in Somaliland. In its nine years of operation, the university has expanded its curriculum to encompass a range of socially relevant disciplines. This expansion has resulted in the graduation of over 3,000 students who now hold key positions in government institutions, NGOs, and the private sector, demonstrating the integrity and excellence fostered at Shaafi University.