In a pivotal move toward strengthening democratic governance, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held a high-level consultative meeting with leaders of Somalia’s registered political parties.
This meeting aims to accelerate progress on implementing one-person, one-vote elections.
The Presidential Palace welcomed this meeting between the president and political parties leaders.
Somalia President and Political Parties Leaders Meeting Focused on:
- Evaluating the current status of Somalia’s electoral transition
- Addressing existing challenges
- Reaffirming the government’s commitment to a transparent, inclusive, and citizen-driven voting system.
Somali President: “We are fully committed to finalizing a democratic framework that ensures one-person, one-vote elections.”
Somali President Hassan Sheikh emphasized the national importance of completing the shift from indirect elections to a direct electoral system.
“We are fully committed to finalizing a democratic framework that ensures one-person, one-vote elections. This is vital for true representation and accountability,” he stated.
“Inclusive dialogue and consultation with political stakeholders are essential to building trust and credibility in the process.”
Political Parties Leaders Urged an Expansion of Public Awareness Campaigns
Leaders of political parties welcomed the government’s ongoing efforts, applauding the progress achieved in electoral preparations.
They also urged an expansion of public awareness campaigns to educate citizens about their rights and responsibilities under the new system, ensuring high voter participation.
The meeting is seen as a milestone in Somalia’s ongoing democratic transition, reflecting the government’s determination to empower its citizens and build credible institutions through inclusive, free, and fair elections.
Somalia President Affirms the Critical Role of Civil Society in National Consultative Forum
Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has also held a high-level meeting on Tuesday at the presidential palace with representatives from across Somali civil society.
This gathering marks the launch of wide-ranging consultations in preparation for the upcoming National Consultative Forum, scheduled for June 15, 2025.
During the meeting, he emphasized the critical role of civil society in shaping the nation’s future, calling their involvement “central to Somalia’s path toward democracy and effective statehood.”… continue reading..
