Constitutional amendment Stories

New Bill proposes to extend President, lawmakers' term to seven years
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 25, 2024

This proposed law sponsored by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei aims to increase the terms of service for the President, Members of Parliament (MPs), Me...

Jubaland Parliament allows President Ahmed Madobe to seek third term
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 03, 2024

Legislators decided to eliminate Article 70, which restricted leaders to two terms, and modified Article 65 to extend the presidential term from four...

Somalia's international partners back constitutional review efforts
Yunis Dekow  |  Apr 01, 2024

In a joint statement, the country's allies said they remain dedicated to collaborating with Somalia as it fortifies its position on the global stage.

Somalia President signs amended constitution chapters into law
Hassan Mohamed  |  Mar 31, 2024

Criticism continues, with one MP saying the move shows the whole process is shrouded in mystery.

Somalia Parliament unanimously approves constitutional amendments
Amina Wako  |  Mar 30, 2024

A joint session of both houses has approved amendments to four articles of the constitution after several points of contention were resolved.

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