Bahri University Holds First Official Meeting Since War to Revive Academic and Administrative Operations

In a critical move toward restoring academic and administrative stability after months of conflict, Dr. Qaddafi Mohamed Al-Hassan, Acting Secretary of Bahri University, chaired the university’s first official executive meeting since the outbreak of war. The meeting took place at the Kadro campus and was attended by University President Prof. Hatim Rahmatallah, Executive Director Mr. Afeefi Mohamed Ali, and senior officials from key departments including Human Resources, Campus Security, Property and Endowments, Services, IT Center, and the Council of Registrars.

Prof. Rahmatallah opened the session by commending the university’s staff for their dedication in maintaining minimal operations despite ongoing security and infrastructure challenges. He described the institution’s ability to endure the crisis as a “significant institutional achievement” and a testament to the university’s commitment to its academic and national mission.

Detailed reports from various departments highlighted both progress and persistent challenges, including:

• The continued failure of the registration system due to electricity and internet shortages

• Shortage of essential digital resources, especially in technical and theoretical faculties

• Delays in academic and administrative promotions

• Weak network integration between university departments and digital centers

The meeting also emphasized the urgent need to activate the e-registration system for postgraduate programs as a pilot step toward full digital transformation. A comprehensive timeline for infrastructure rehabilitation and safe staff reintegration was proposed.

In his remarks, Dr. Qaddafi underscored that the primary challenge is to rebuild trust between the administration and university personnel. He outlined a vision centered on two core principles: transparent governance and adaptive responsiveness to change. He also stressed the importance of improving administrative structures, enhancing coordination across departments, boosting digital efficiency, and fostering a culture of teamwork, which he called the “true foundation for institutional resilience.”

Participants discussed the need to develop e-learning systems and invest in digital infrastructure, noting that the war has exposed the fragility of traditional models and underscored the necessity of transitioning to smart, crisis-resilient platforms. A phased implementation plan was adopted, focusing on infrastructure upgrades, staff training, and modernization of library and network systems.

The meeting concluded with a consensus on drafting a strategic roadmap encompassing administrative, academic, and technological reforms. The university leadership reaffirmed its commitment to regular communication with staff, providing a stable environment for research and education, and restoring Bahri University’s pivotal role in Sudan’s academic landscape.