Haramaya Institute of Technology and Oromia Irrigation Development Authority (OIDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a framework of cooperation between the two institutions.

The objective of this agreement is to indicate sustainable, efficient and equitable water utilization and management options to enhance agricultural production through integration of scientific-technical knowledge with the community-based farming practices in Eastern and Western zones of Hararghe through collaborative action with OIDA.

Acting President of Haramaya University, Dr. Jemal Yousuf and Mr. Mamo Teshome, Representative of OIDA, signed the MOU on June 03, 2018 in a ceremony held at the University’s Main Campus.

During the occasion, the two parties indicated that the main goal of the partnership is to establish strong relationship between the two organizations. In addition, the linkage would promote direct cooperation and communication among the institutions.

uring the signing ceremony, HiT Scientific Director, department and school heads as well as other invited guests were present.