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Somalia Government Upholds Commitment to Direct Elections Amid Dialogue with Global Partners MOGADISHU, July 8, 2025 – Somalia's federal government has taken a firm stand against reverting to indirect elections, emphasizing its dedication to implementing a one-person, one-vote system. This decision emerged during recent discussions with the C6+ coalition, a gathering of influential international partners. The talks unfolded in an atmosphere of cautious optimism. A ministerial trio, appointed by President Hassan Sheikh…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a moment that resonates with the aspirations of many, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has made a decisive declaration: Somalia will not revert to its previous system of indirect elections. With passion and conviction, he argues that the locus of political power must reside firmly with the people. During a remarkable dinner event held in Mogadishu on Sunday night, designed to honor delegates from the recently concluded National Dialogue Conference, Barre took the opportunity to reaffirm his government's…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a decisive statement that resonates with both urgency and hope, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has categorically dismissed any notion of reverting to Somalia’s former system of indirect elections. He underscores a fundamental principle: that political power should always reside with the people. As we stand on the precipice of a new democratic era, this declaration is a clarion call to engage in the governance process that directly affects every Somali citizen. During a dinner event held in Mogadishu,…

Somalia's Prime Minister allowed an oblique vote after the president's time period was canceled MOGADISHU, Somalia - The decrease home of the Somali parliament voted on Saturday to present Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble the ability to guide the preparations for the nation's election amid quarrels. In a particular session, the 140 legislators voted in favor of returning to the…