On Tuesday, Somaliland’s National Electoral Commission (NEC) marked significant progress in its preparations for the upcoming presidential and political party elections. In a coordinated display of commitment to a transparent and efficient election process, three major developments unfolded: the receipt of critical election materials, a productive meeting with the EU delegation, and the launch of a comprehensive training program for election agents.
The final consignment of essential election equipment arrived at Egal International Airport on Monday, received by NEC officials along with representatives from political parties and election-focused organizations. This shipment, completing the series of deliveries, included inks, voting seals, and ballot boxes, complementing the previously arrived ballot papers. NEC Commissioner Ahmed Hassan praised the organized preparations and emphasized the importance of peaceful conduct, urging supporters to uphold stability and unity throughout the election period. He reminded parties to adhere to regulations, avoid divisive rhetoric, and promote harmony as campaigning ramps up.
Simultaneously, the NEC engaged in a collaborative dialogue with a visiting European Union delegation led by EU Ambassador Karin Johansson at the NEC headquarters. The discussions highlighted key areas of focus, including voter registration, logistical arrangements, and election security measures. Both NEC and the EU delegation emphasized the importance of a seamless and credible electoral process. Ambassador Johansson expressed confidence in the NEC’s progress, affirming the EU’s commitment to supporting Somaliland’s path toward transparent and accountable elections.
In another crucial development, the NEC launched a training program for 170 trainers who will, in turn, prepare party and association agents for their roles at polling stations. This program, coordinated with NMID, reflects the NEC’s proactive approach to ensuring that well-prepared agents can facilitate a smooth voting experience across the country on election day. Through these efforts, Somaliland’s NEC demonstrates its dedication to a well-organized, secure, and inclusive election process, paving the way for an orderly presidential election on November 13, 2024.
There is no question now that the international community’s huge efforts to help Somalia in the state-building project are failing, and there is an urgent need to change track to save the country from further deterioration in peace and stability and to avoid the outbreak of absolute anarchy where terrorist groups could take over the entire country. Changing track means taking a critical stance on the past mistakes made by local actors. This would pave the way for a new understanding of the basic problems, and that approach would open the path to finding ways and means of restoring the failed state in Mogadishu since 1991.
The first step to restoring the Somali state, which ceased to exist in 1991, is preconditioned on the rise of an enlightened Somali political class with a high level of sophistication and audacity, allowing them to visualize the need for an inclusive, fair, and democratic Somali state owned by all concerned clans and minority groups. The idea of building a viable state requires a deep conviction in justice and democracy (fair sharing of power and resources), and a scientifically well-founded vision on how to achieve it is equally required. This task necessitates the presence of a patriotic political agenda that can attract enough people to create societal change.
Furthermore, building a viable Somali state in the current historical circumstances requires a new project far different from the ideological and political legacies and vestiges of the 1950s and 1960s. At that time, the Somali people were engaged in the struggle for political freedom and the unity of the five Somali parts. The political leadership of Somalia during that historical phase was predominantly from ordinary people, who rarely made appropriate interpretations of the realities around them. From these realities, the two slogans—“Freedom and Unity” of the five Somalis—seemed reasonable and rational. However, the question is whether today’s local, regional, and global realities align with the same situation. The answer, according to historical and civilizational records, remains a resounding no.
As human civilization has been defined as a transition from legendary ideas to rationality, “Somali Nationalism” as a dynamic and relative reality is subject to change and alteration from simple to complex. In the 1950s and 1960s, the urgent demands of Somalis were to attain political independence and the unity of the five Somali regions. After thirty years of military dictatorship, the issues of democracy, justice, and equality have become top priorities for Somalis. After 1991, the slogans of “Independence and Unity” lost their appeal and allure. This means that the “Greater Somalia” slogan is no longer a motive for positive change. Therefore, the reconstitution of the Somali state, based on the current realities in Mogadishu and Hargeisa, requires new principles and approaches.
Restoration of the Failed State: Democratic Somalia vs. Greater Somalia
The Somali failed state in Mogadishu, which withered away in 1991, could be restored on the basis of a new vision different from both Somali ‘Irredentism’ and ‘Political Islamic’ ideologies.
This means that the political thinking that was the root cause of the state failure in Mogadishu must be discarded and condemned as evil. Subsequently, the need for an alternative political doctrine that guides the efforts toward building a new, just, and democratic society becomes indispensable. Once such an alternative idea is attained, the prerequisite for constructing a better Somali state would be conceivable, but it must be internally motivated and inspired. Therefore, holding a national reconciliation conference in Mogadishu would be inevitable in the effort to build a new type of Somali state. This would constitute a preliminary phase toward a general consultative national conference for state formation.
The fundamental aims and objectives of such a conference must be to put an end to all clan conflicts in Somalia. Only through conflict resolution and management can an environment favorable for organizing an inclusive community consultative conference for all inhabitants be imaginable. The basis of participation must be proportional according to the numbers of each of the four main communities—Hawiye, Darood, Digil-Mirifle, and Dir (of the South)—as this would be the only way to reach consensus. This conference would decide on the establishment of the Somali state, define the form of the state, and determine the type of participation. Without consensus and inclusiveness, there is no possibility for state-building, particularly because Somali clans do not accept the abstract notion of “majority rule.” However, that is the irony where all efforts to build a state in Somalia have been failing.
State Building in Somaliland: Feats and Failures
Feats and failures have been practically witnessed in the state-building endeavors in Somaliland. Right after the collapse of the military regime in 1991, the state-building process in Somaliland began based on reconciliation conferences, at a time when a lack of trust among different clans in Somaliland was prevalent, and civil war was widespread due to the “divide-and-rule” policy brutally practiced by the military dictatorship. These conferences were built on consensus, bottom-up approaches, and internally driven fundraising efforts, with the concerted participation of both modern and traditional actors. All of these efforts were directed toward building a hybrid political and security governance. Moreover, there has not been a single foreign military presence nor a noteworthy amount of U.S. dollars from the outside world.
However, despite these achievements, the retreats and setbacks that agonized the Somaliland state-building process began with the lack of conceptual understanding of the course toward state-building by the political leadership that came to power after President Mohamed Ibrahim Egal and his colleague Dahir Riyale. Despite the significant achievements, Somaliland’s state-building has not been successful as an institution due to a lack of vision and experience by the political stakeholders. Unlike others, President Egal had a comprehensive project for institutional building, starting with the demobilization of clan militias, local government elections, a referendum on the constitution, the formation of a government of national unity, and the initiation of political parties. The foundation of all these endeavors was built on consensus and compromise agreements rather than confrontation with various clan-based centrifugal forces. These undertakings continued in the right direction during President Egal’s and his colleague Riyale’s tenures. Unfortunately, under Ahmed Silanyo’s government, with Mr.Hirsi and Mohamoud Hasashi in charge, the institutional building process has significantly diverged from Egal’s path. After assuming power, they discharged all trained, qualified, and experienced government general directors and replaced them with clan and party supporters, most of whom were Islamists.
The main political direction of Ahmed Silanyo’s government (guided by Mr. Hirsi and Mohamoud Hashi) was understood by many intellectuals as a compromise with Somalia on reunification, led by the Islamists of the new regime in Mogadishu and Al-Itihaad in Hargeisa. Today, many close observers believe that, aside from compromising on reunification with Somalia, these methods and policies have not significantly changed under President Muse Bihi’s tenure.
The Kind of Reform Somaliland Needs
Reform means change, but not every change is for the better. The concept of change with Islamists is not forward-looking but backward, aiming for the restoration of the Islamic Caliphate, which became irrelevant in 1924 in Turkey. On the other hand, the conflict between clan-based politics and the building of a modern state would lead to the same failure seen in state-building in Mogadishu. This is also where Somaliland’s state-building is facing a deep crisis. State-building in Somaliland has been uniquely distinct from other post-conflict situations in the region. Traditional consensus-based conflict resolution and modern multi-party democratic exercises have combined to shape hybrid political and security governance, creating a solid foundation for the state-building project in Somaliland.
However, the situation has changed, and many negative developments have emerged, calling for significant reforms that Somaliland urgently needs. The following areas require conceptually based reform:
The Somaliland Political Parties: From Clan Ownership to National Institutions
The role of political parties is to lead the state and society toward progress, and as political responsibility is the highest duty and the heaviest burden a human being can take on, the renovation of society depends on the qualities and qualifications of the party’s leadership. Therefore, party leadership should not only consist of the most active and honest individuals but also the most knowledgeable. Above all, the leader of the party and the state must have outstanding qualities of leadership. Reforming the political parties must transform them into not only political institutions but also schools of thought for the promotion and enhancement of political science. Therefore, the party’s leadership must be among the most advanced and distinguished elites in society.
Remember, when party and state leadership lack such qualities and remain at the level of the common people, political movements continue without horizon or vision, enduring random and haphazard sequences of action and reaction.
Remaking the Guurti
The Somaliland Guurti emerged from the traditional clan society where clan leaders once played the role of polity. As community elders, wise men were the fundamental reference and source of reconciliation, conflict resolution, and management. When the people of Somaliland took up arms against the oppression of the military regime, and when the leading groups organized the armed struggle abroad, the need to mobilize people inside the country for the struggle emerged. The community elders and wise men took on this role. Again, when the SNM took power in 1991 and the need for state-building arose, the Guurti played a crucial role in building peace through reconciliation and consensus-building. Moreover, the efforts to combine the Guurti and the House of Representatives led to the amalgamation of traditional and modern systems, which constituted hybrid political and security governance.
Unfortunately, due to a lack of proper conceptual understanding of the multi-dimensional aspects of institutional building by the political elite, much of the Guurti’s role has degenerated into mere bureaucratic practice. Not only the Guurti but, in many cases, the clan leaders, who once played an enormous role in state-building and security governance, have increasingly become a class of people in the service of their own needs. When state-building turned into clan-based political contestations for power, the Guurti lost much of its former dignity and respect.
To reform the Guurti into a dignified national institution, its members must be elected by the clans that the Guurti traditionally represents. The election should be held under a constitutional law that defines the qualifications of Guurti members, and elders representing their respective communities must be elected for a specific number of years. The election of members of the Guurti by their communities would further strengthen the role of traditional institutions in political representation. While it would not be rational to advocate for the complete abolishment of the traditional system in a society built on clan-based relations, the traditional institutions need reform, and these reforms must be achieved by making the system more transparent and accountable.
Greater Somalia vs Democratic Somalia/Somalis:
Greater Somalia ideology has failed because several Somalis generations have been envisaging this idea from tribalism point-view that time attested its bankruptcy, and which would no longer stand as a guide to action nor a model for “Ideal City” in steady the idea of renovation of the Somali States in Mogadishu and Hargeisa as new democratic options would stand as bright future alternative for the Somali Ethnic group as whole and would open a new horizon of pathway to integrate in the brotherly communities of Ethiopia and Kenya where Somali Ethnic group would be one of significant factor for interaction of these peoples, this would constitute a great leap to the future prospects of peace and development.
The Talo-Wadaag political organization had its field day as it flexed its muscles during the fourth day of the official campaigns across the nation soliciting votes from supporters and potential voters.
A major rally the organization held at the city’s Freedom Gardens (Beerta Horieda) saw hundreds of enthusiastic supporters waving Talowadaag flags and singing in frenzy songs of praise and support amidst deafening ululations.
While carrying placards and pictures of its chairman they chanted slogans wishing the organization success in the elections.
In his address chairman Mr. Ibrahim Mahdi Buuba spoke about the importance of the elections while saying that his organization identifies with the people who crave for change of politics in the country.
He took the opportunity to throw barbs at the three official political parties of KULMIYE, UCID and WADDANI charging that they failed in instilling the essence of political party ideals and abandoned the tasks it was meant for.
He said that after two decades it was time that new parties came to the fore and replaced them altogether.
He likewise took a swipe at the administration of the day saying that it has left a lot of negative impact upon the nation and the people during the past seven years it has been at the helm of the country’s executive structure.
He rattled feathers by decrying what he termed as the polarization of the populaces along clannish lines and portions of the regions being out of the nation’s grasp.
He lamented that the rule of law has been systematically undermined and the height of poverty has immensely risen.
A charged chair Buuba moved the crowds in attendance with a hard-hitting speech in a bid to win their support in the coming dual elections three weeks away of both the presidential and political party elections.
He profoundly thanked the residents of Togdeer, Awdal and Sanaag regions for showing strong support for the party.
Similar rallies were made by the Talowadaag organization in similar rallies across all the major cities and towns in all the regions and districts countrywide.
He touted his organization as coming in with an untainted clean bill of health that deserves being voted for.
The constitution prescribes that only three top winners get the mandate of being the official political parties to operate in the country for the next ten years.
Terming WADDANI flag-bearer and presidential candidate as his friend and ally, he urged the Talowadaag supporters to vote the former veteran parliamentary speaker for president.
Only the three present official political parties are legible for fielding presidential candidates; hus KULMIYE with the incumbent president H.E. Musa Bihi Abdi seeking re-election and Ucid’s Feisal Ali who is trying his bid for the fourth time.
People take part in a parade to mark the 24th self-declared independence day for the breakaway Somaliland nation from Somalia in capital Hargeysa, May 18, 2015. REUTERS/Feisal Omar - GF10000099257
In recent years, the issue of low pay has become a growing concern in Somaliland, where jobs remain scarce and economic pressures are mounting. Across various sectors, employees have expressed frustration over inadequate compensation, struggling to meet even their most basic needs. These stories of underpayment, while often hidden beneath daily routines and economic challenges, are prevalent and deeply concerning. Investigating these claims reveals a troubling reality: economic uncertainty allows employers to exploit workers with little to no repercussions, contributing to a damaging cycle of low service quality and deteriorating self-esteem among employees One of the most prominent examples of this phenomenon can be found across several African countries, where the employment landscape is shaped by a scarcity of jobs and high competition. Many professionals find themselves underpaid and overworked, yet feel powerless to demand better pay or conditions. In these environments, low pay is not just an economic issue—it degrades employee service and self-esteem, leading to long-term consequences both for individuals and society as a whole.
One of the most glaring examples of this phenomenon can be found across several African countries one of which could be found in Somaliland’s employment landscape, where the scarcity of jobs and fierce competition leaves many professionals underpaid and overworked. Despite their essential roles, these workers feel powerless to demand fair wages or improved working conditions. The result is that low pay becomes not just an economic issue, but a factor that degrades employee service and self-worth, creating long-term consequences for both individuals and society as a whole.
Scarcity Breeding Contempt?
In a country where jobs are limited, employers often hold disproportionate power. Knowing that thousands of job seekers are eager for any opportunity, they exploit this scarcity, offering minimal compensation to professionals who have little choice but to accept. This imbalance in the job market creates a perfect environment for exploitation. Professionals, driven by the need to support their families, are often forced to accept wages far below their worth, fearing that rejecting a job offer could result in prolonged unemployment.
Consider Somaliland’s education and healthcare sectors, where many professionals, including teachers and medical staff, are grossly underpaid despite the importance of their work. Teachers, who are shaping the minds of future generations, receive salaries that barely cover their living expenses. Many are compelled to take on second jobs just to make ends meet, leaving them exhausted and unable to deliver the quality of service their students deserve.
Similarly, medical professionals in Somaliland face long hours and low pay, with many hospitals and clinics unable to offer wages that reflect the qualifications and expertise of their staff. Despite the vital nature of their work, nurses and doctors often find themselves trapped in a system where their efforts are undervalued. This imbalance perpetuates a vicious cycle, as even if one professional decides to leave, there are always others waiting for the opportunity, no matter how poorly compensated.
Quality Falls Victim
The direct result of underpayment is a noticeable decline in the quality of services provided by employees. When professionals feel undervalued and undercompensated, it is only natural that their motivation and enthusiasm for their work diminishes. Low pay breeds discontent, and this often manifests in the quality of work delivered.
Employees who are constantly stressed about their financial situation or are working multiple jobs just to survive cannot be expected to give their best at work. Consequently, the institutions that employ them suffer from a disengaged workforce. In Somaliland, this issue is particularly visible in the education sector, where teachers, burdened by financial stress, are unable to dedicate the necessary time and energy to their students. The lack of resources, combined with low pay, means that educators often have to compromise on the quality of instruction, ultimately harming the next generation’s prospects.
In sectors like hospitality and retail, where employees are frequently hired on low-wage contracts, customer service also suffers. Workers who are fatigued and uninspired due to poor compensation are less likely to engage with customers or provide the level of service that businesses require to thrive. This lack of motivation leads to high turnover rates, further disrupting service delivery and hurting business operations.
The Invisible Cost
Beyond the impact on service quality, the psychological toll of low wages on employees is often overlooked. Being consistently underpaid can lead to a profound erosion of self-worth. Professionals who once took pride in their work begin to question their value, feeling that their contributions are not worth more than the meager pay they receive.
This decline in self-esteem creates a ripple effect. Employees who feel undervalued are more likely to experience mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and burnout. Over time, this not only diminishes their confidence but also affects their ability to advocate for better conditions in the workplace. The lack of career progression, coupled with ongoing financial stress, perpetuates a cycle of disempowerment that is incredibly difficult to break.
Many African professionals are forced to reconcile their sense of worth with the harsh reality of their paycheck. It’s a dilemma that weighs heavily on them—whether to continue toiling in silence or risk everything to demand better conditions. For many, the risk is too great. As a result, entire sectors stagnate under a system where employees are seen as disposable and undervalued.
In Somaliland, many professionals grapple with this harsh reality. Whether they choose to endure in silence or take the risk of demanding better conditions, the dilemma weighs heavily on them. The fear of unemployment or further exploitation prevents many from challenging the status quo, leaving entire sectors stagnant and employees feeling disposable.
The responsibility for addressing these issues lies primarily with the institutions and employers who have taken advantage of economic instability for far too long. It is no longer acceptable for companies and organizations in Somaliland to ignore the human cost of low wages. Employers must recognize that by paying their employees fairly, they are not only improving service quality but also fostering a healthier, more motivated workforce.
Governments in Somaliland also have a critical role to play in enforcing labor laws that protect workers from exploitation. Wage standards need to be established and upheld, particularly in industries where professionals have been consistently undervalued. The labor market should not be seen as a race to the bottom, where the cheapest labor is the most desirable. Instead, it must prioritize fair compensation for work well done, ensuring that employees are rewarded for their efforts.
The relationship between low pay, poor service, and declining employee self-esteem is a cycle that, if left unchecked, could have devastating effects on Somaliland’s economy and society. Employees are not just tools to be used for profit—they are individuals whose dignity and self-worth are directly tied to how they are compensated for their labor. Employers who continue to exploit the scarcity of jobs for their own gain will eventually face the consequences: a drop in service quality and the slow disintegration of their workforce’s morale.
Real change requires a shift in perspective, one where both institutions and employers recognize the intrinsic value of their employees and offer compensation that reflects that value. Only then can we break the cycle of exploitation, ensuring that professionals are paid fairly for their work and are able to deliver the high-quality service that Somaliland’s society demands.
The Minister of Information, Culture and National Guidance Hon. Ali Mohamed Hassan hailed the President for gracing the occasion of the maiden graduation of the first batch of 23 pioneer students at the Media Training Institute at the ministry’s headquarters.
He said, “Mr. President, it is our pleasure to welcome you to the Media Training Institute which is part and parcel of the Ministry of Information established five months ago and here we are today seeing the pioneer batch graduating in this grand ceremony”.
He added, “I humbly thank you today for gracing this occasion which is a great honour for both the graduates and the entire ministry at large”.
The minister gave a brief on his stay at the ministry highlighting the truly monumental progress that his have been able to achieve in his short stint of roughly a year at the docket.
He informed the audience present of the high caliber of the tutorial staff at the institute.
He hailed both his deputy and the ministry’s DG for being a gem in the ministry hence pointed out the valuable selfless inputs that they have injected into the progressive fledgling of the ministry.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland H.E. Musa Bihi Abdi graced the occasion of the maiden graduation of the Ministry of Information’s Media Training Institute which was recently established that saw the first batch of 23 pioneer students earn certificates after completing four months course in basic journalism techniques.
He personally presented the certificates to the graduates.
The Head of State similarly unveiled and launched various projects that have been implemented by the Ministry of Information for the past 11 months.
In his passionate speech to the scribes, the President urged them to be responsible in their duties and adhere to the tenets and ethics of the profession as per cue.
He reminded them of the venerable and onerous tasks the profession entailed and likened it to demands of etiquettes similar to those of clerical sermons from the pulpit.
He stated that the media fraternity should always be at the forefront in their obligations of fostering positive ideals that are paramount in upholding and safeguarding unity, cohesion, progress and stability within the nation as they go about their duties in disseminating information and associated news.
It is worth noting that the tutorial staff of the institution are well established and veteran journalists led by journalism don Professor Dahir Mohamud Haddi, Faysal Fadfadle, Abdillahi Wayab, Hussein Jama (Hagar) and Ahmed Fas, amongst others. The 23 students were drawn from both the public and the private media.
On his part the Information, Culture and National Guidance Minister Hon. Ali Mohamed Hassan who is popularly known as Ali Mareehaan, informed the audience of the tasks he had achieved by being at the helm of the ministry during the short stint of time of slightly a year.
The Director General of the ministry Mr. Mustafa Abdi Isse (Shiine), who is himself a veteran journalist, briefed the President on the genesis of the implementation of the Media Training Institute.
He said that as a ministry they made consultations with the present tutorial board and pondered on the inception of the academy, and at last, put the concepts into gear and finally it was established.
Immediately the foundation stone was then for the academy, laid by none other than the president himself five months ago, and now the fruits of the efforts is the maiden pioneer lot that have just been churned out armed with better expertise in the professional strings.
The EU diplomats meet with Hon. Abdillahi Mohamed Abdirahman ” Irro” .During the meeting the Presidential Hopeful and the visiting diplomats focused on the issues of the parallel elections that will take place in the country on 13 Nov 2024, the political plan of the Somaliland National Party “Waddani” and issues related to the policies and the current security situation in the Horn of Africa.
During their discussions, the Hon. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi,” Irro’ ,the leader of opposition and EU officials focused on strengthening ties between the European Union and Somaliland, exploring opportunities for collaborative social development projects. Both parties emphasised the importance of cooperation in addressing shared challenges…
According to a statement published tonight on the social media of the European Union, the EU Ambassador to Somalia, Ambassador Karin Johansson, who arrived in Somaliland for a two-day trip, held meetings with Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi, party leaders, and presidential candidates in Hargeisa. parties and the Electoral Commission, which discussed issues related to the democratization process in Somaliland so that Somaliland would have a free, fair and credible election.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, Mr. Muse Bihi Abdi, welcomed European Union Ambassador Ms. Karin Johansson to the Presidential Palace for a significant meeting aimed at enhancing bilateral relations.
During the meeting, NEC officials briefed the EU Delegation on the progress made in various areas critical to the election process. Key topics included updates on voter registration efforts, logistical arrangements, and the strategies in place to ensure election security.
The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration between the NEC and the EU as they work towards ensuring a transparent and efficient electoral process. Both parties are focused on addressing any outstanding issues as the election date approaches, emphasizing the need for a seamless execution of the upcoming elections
As mentioned in this text, the European Union Ambassador praised the National Electoral Commission for their preparation for the elections and their commitment to the organization of the upcoming elections in Somaliland.
European Union officials visit comes at a time when the campaign for the presidential elections and the direct election of the political organizations are going on in the country, while the voting papers and the various materials for the elections have also arrived in the country.
Mr. Jama Ayaanle Feyte, Somaliland-born politician, Journalist, and Horn of Africa political analyst is the Waddani Shadow deputy Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Somaliland coordinator with Foreign Missions, United Nations and International Organizations.
Somaliland National Electoral Commission (NEC) confirmed that the final shipment of essential materials for the upcoming presidential and political party elections arrived in the country on Monday morning.
NEC officials, alongside representatives of political parties and organizations involved in the elections, welcomed the materials at Egal International Airport. This group, forming the electoral taskforce committee, was present as the items were delivered by a chartered flight.
Ballot papers had already arrived the previous Saturday, and the latest shipment included various items such as inks, voting seals, and ballot boxes.
During the reception, the task force committee praised the NEC’s diligent preparation and expressed satisfaction with the progress of the election process. They also urged supporters of the candidates and political institutions to maintain peace and stability to ensure smooth elections.
NEC Commissioner Ahmed Hassan echoed the committee’s call for peaceful conduct and confirmed that all necessary election materials were now in the country. He reassured the public that the election process was effectively underway and encouraged voters to exercise their political rights responsibly and peacefully.
In his statement, Hassan reminded political parties and organizations to adhere to electoral regulations, avoid inflammatory language, and promote harmony during their campaigns. He emphasized the importance of maintaining tranquility as candidates rally for support across the country
The Somaliland National Electoral Commission officials today met with the visiting EU Ambassador Karin Johansson and her delegation at the NEC headquarters.
Among the issues discussed by the two sides centered on the final preparations for Somaliland’s presidential and party elections on 13 November 2024.
During the meeting, NEC officials briefed the EU Delegation on the progress made in various areas critical to the election process. Key topics included updates on voter registration efforts, logistical arrangements, and the strategies in place to ensure election security.
The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration between the NEC and the EU as they work towards ensuring a transparent and efficient electoral process. Both parties are focused on addressing any outstanding issues as the election date approaches, emphasizing the need for a seamless execution of the upcoming elections.
(NEC) has launched a training program for 170 trainers of trainee who will train party/association agents.
A brief statement published on the NEC’s Twitter account said;
“The Somaliland National Electoral Commission (NEC) has launched a training program for 170 trainers who will prepare party/association agents. These agents will be deployed to polling stations for the upcoming election. Organized in collaboration with NMID.
NEC’s action is part of the preparations for the November elections that will be held in the country this year
