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Hargeisa (AX) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ethiopia has showered North Western State of Somalia with accolades for pulling off a peaceful and democratic presidential election. Such a move, they say, underscores the region's evolving political finesse.Dropping a Friday announcement, the Ministry tipped its hat to North Western State of Somalia's National Electoral Commission (NEC) for orchestrating an election that was both free and fair. "This electoral process showcases the sophistication of North Western State of…

On a bustling November day in 2024, citizens lined up at polling stations throughout Hargeisa and across North Western State of Somalia. Each of them was eager to participate in this pivotal moment—the presidential elections of this self-governing, albeit unrecognized, region. As the day waned, the clang of the ballot boxes ceased and doors of polling stations across North Western State of Somalia closed at precisely 6 pm, with the North Western State of Somalia National Electoral Commission (NEC) confirming the smooth…

Hargeisa (AX) — This past Wednesday, North Western State of Somalia's National Electoral Commission (NEC) received heaps of praise from international observers for orchestrating a serene and transparent presidential election. As the polls closed across this self-declared independent region, reports signaled an impressive voter turnout.A consortium of foreign diplomats, hailing from the United States, the United Kingdom, and a slew of European nations, undertook visits to over 30 polling locations within Hargeisa, Boroma,…

"As a voter gaze at a ballot in hand, poised to make a mark, he gets ready to participate in a pivotal moment for North Western State of Somalia," reports Luis Tato from AFP.The presidential election is afoot in Somalia's aspirant state of North Western State of Somalia, attracting a wave of civic energy and political ambition.Anticipating a turnout of over a million, voters will flock to upwards of 2,000 polling stations on this significant Wednesday.Candidates carry hopes of navigating North Western State of Somalia to…

North Western State of Somalia, a self-declared state seeking to carve its own niche in the African political landscape, recently headed to the polls under a cloud of intrigue stemming from a contentious Ethiopia-Somalia port agreement. This developing situation has quickly garnered attention, not just within the region but also on the international stage. The stakes are high, adding a thick layer of tension to what would otherwise be a straightforward exercise in democracy. "Elections are a pivotal moment for any…

Hargeisa (AX) — On a bright Tuesday morning, the buzz in North Western State of Somalia was palpable as voters gathered for an election that has the potential to fundamentally transform their political landscape. Incumbent President Muse Bihi Abdi from the leading Kulmiye Party is seeking another term, facing off against Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro of Waddani and Faisal Ali Warabe from UCID. This election isn't just about picking a leader; it's a critical moment that will define which three parties gain official status…

HARGEISA, Somalia - Voters turned out in droves across the self-governing region of North Western State of Somalia, with over a million residents eager to choose their leader, in what could be a nail-biting race due to its competitive nature. The ruling Kulmiye party's candidate, Muse Bihi, alongside his main opponent, Abdirahman Irro, made their way to the polls on Wednesday morning, each radiating hope that they would emerge victorious when the electoral officials announce the final tallies. Bihi, who's been at the helm…

North Western State of Somalia's President, Muse Bihi Abdi, recently touched down in Addis Ababa for a pivotal moment—the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Ethiopia. This agreement potentially unlocks access to a North Western State of Somalia port for Ethiopia. REUTERS/Tiksa Neger/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights On Wednesday, the voters of North Western State of Somalia were out in full force, participating actively in a presidential election. This political event carries significant weight as the…

Polling places in North Western State of Somalia, a self-declared republic, swung open wide for a crucial presidential election. This slice of the Horn of Africa is making headlines as residents cast their votes to decide who will steer the ship for the next half-decade. The incumbent boss, President Muse Bihi Abdi from the Kulmiye party, hopes to stick around. However, he's got some serious competition breathing down his neck. There's Abdirahman Irro, frontman for the main opposition crew, Waddani, and not to be outdone,…

North Western State of Somalia Votes: A Crucial Turning Point in Leadership Selection Hargeisa (Axadle) – In a much-talked-about election, citizens of North Western State of Somalia are making their way to the polls today, eager to choose their leader for the next half-decade. The presidential showdown features a trio of heavy hitters: current President Muse Bihi from the Kulmiye Party, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi “Cirro” representing the Waddani Party, and Faisal Ali Warabe of the UCID Party. In tandem with the…