somalia elections Stories

Mogadishu starts voter registration ahead of Somalia’s historic elections in over 50 years
Hassan Mohamed  |  Apr 15, 2025

Past elections were indirect, with elders and clan representatives selecting leaders. Until now, civic leaders in Mogadishu were appointed by the pres...

Somalia starts voter registration for first one-person-one-vote poll in over 50 years
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 13, 2025

The electoral commission said it has completed all logistical preparations for the upcoming elections, including the provision of election materials a...

Somalia's ex-President Mohamed Farmaajo warns of political instability, urges dialogue to address political tensions
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 21, 2025

The former President highlighted the dangers of unilateral actions, particularly in relation to constitutional amendments and electoral processes.

Somali Council of Ministers approves new electoral and political party bills
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 08, 2024

This represents a departure from the indirect voting system that has historically governed Somali elections over the last few decades.

Puntland State concludes civic elections, the first in southern Somalia
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jul 24, 2024

Provisional results issued by Puntland Electoral Commission (PEC) show that the ruling party Kaah won most of the seats but was short of winning a maj...

Somalia postpones key meeting with federal states for 'technical reasons'
Hassan Mohamed  |  Apr 20, 2024

President Hassan invited federal state leaders to the meeting amid tensions triggered by recent constitutional amendments.

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