Somalia president Hassan Sheikh Mohamud leadership analysis 2026

In 2026, Somalia’s political debate is increasingly focused on how President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s government is managing three linked challenges: a major constitutional transition, preparations for elections in the run-up to 2026, and the pressure of fighting al-Shabaab while maintaining governance in Mogadishu. Much of the year’s attention has turned to talks between the presidency and opposition figures, and to disputes in parliament over proposed constitutional amendments and the timing of political mandates. What…