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EDITORIAL: Somali Prime Minister's candidate Hamza Abdi Barre might wait to see if MPs endorse him for the job, signaling the beginning of what appears to be like like a brand new chapter in Somalia. Given latest developments, there could also be some horse swapping, however his public report signifies he would possibly simply cross with flying colours And there are classes from his personal profession for Somalis, which might finally profit the nation in want of management and path. One of these classes is loyalty.…

If you've got been shocked and outraged by Farmajo's fundraising marketing campaign for a lavish residence, when thousands and thousands of Somalis die of starvation and thirst and the nation faces one in every of the worst droughts, famines and humanitarian disasters, then I even have some information for you . The fundraising for the posh home is simply the starter, and I'm afraid there are extra sinister initiatives within the pipeline. It isn't uncommon or remarkable for a politician to arrange and conduct fundraising…

After an extended delayed election, Somalia has elected new management with a imaginative and prescient of "Soomaali heshiis ah dunidana heshiis la ah", which might be translated as "Somalis in agreement with themselves and with the world". President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud contrasted himself with the Farmaajo administration, which had strained relations with the federal member states and the worldwide neighborhood. The dialogue now ought to be concerning the new administration, their insurance policies and giving constructive…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) - No mom ought to lose her baby. Owliyo Hassan Salaad has seen 4 die this yr. A drought within the Horn of Africa has taken them one after the other. Now she is rocking her fragile and squealing 3-year-old Ali Osman, whom she carried on a 55-mile stroll from her village to Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, determined to not lose him too. Sitting on the flooring of a malnutrition therapy middle crammed with anxious moms, she will be able to barely speak concerning the little our bodies buried at…

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, you are actually Somalia's tenth president and the primary chief elected twice as head of state within the nation's historical past. After your election victory, you promised to guide a nation in peace with itself and with the world. This message is nicely obtained and captures the hearts and minds of the Somali individuals. The phrases "peace", "agreement" and "stability" in politics and safety have a vital place within the minds of the Somali individuals, who haven't seen a secure and…

The Biden administration needs to be inspired by the incoming president's ties to the United Arab Emirates and obvious openness to strengthen the battle towards terrorism and normalization with Israel. On May 15, members of Somalia's federal parliament gathered to elect Hassan Sheikh Mohamud as president, 5 years after serving in workplace from 2012 to 2017. He will change Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, additionally often known as "Farmajo", who defeated him within the 2017 election. Hassan Sheikh takes over at a notably…

"Serves as interim President of the Republic." These are the introductory phrases of the 1960 Interim Constitution of the Somali Republic. The first yr of Somali independence was marked by a interval of non permanent rule. The interim authorities had a one-year mandate, and its principal aim was to host a nationwide referendum on the interim structure. Somalia's constitutional referendum was held on June 20, 1961, and was thought of a take a look at of confidence in the brand new nation and its leaders. On July 6, 1961,…

Our honest congratulations to the newly elected President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the primary Somali President ever not directly elected for an additional time period. This is sort of an achievement in itself. We want him each success he wants on behalf of our nation. I'm positive he has the expertise he wants from his first time period, together with outcomes that his predecessor has given him, however loads extra must be labored on. It must also be talked about that early in his presidency in 2012, Hassan Sheikh was…

Ikraan mom Tahliil Warsame mourns the demise of her daughter and no justice has been achieved up to now , In this open letter to the brand new President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, I talk about the good challenges which have arisen within the nation through the 5 years that the Farmajo administration has been beneath Villa Somalia. Sir. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, I suppose you may have numerous expertise out of your earlier tenure and the occasions that befell within the nation throughout your absence. 1-…

President-elect Hassan Sheikh MohamudPricey Mr. President-elect Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Please settle for my heat congratulations on a victory that I hope will function a second of unification and progress for our beloved nation in line with your slogan "Soomaali heshiis ah, Dunidana heshiis la ah". Over the previous 5 years, President Mohamed Farmajo has been accused of sowing division with incessant, divisive and enmity among the many individuals. And though your predecessor has definitely made his mark, you will have…