Somalia: Somali President Launches New Political Party Ahead of Popular Vote in 2026

Somalia: Somali President Launches New Political Party Ahead of Popular Vote in 2026

Mogadishu, May 13 -- Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was on Tuesday night elected chairman of the newly launched Justice and Solidarity Party (JSP), during a high-profile event in Mogadishu that drew top government officials and political figures.

Somalia president forms coalition bloc, eyes third term amid vote row

MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Tuesday officially launched the Justice and Solidarity Party (JSP) in Mogadishu, positioning himself as its leader and presidential candidate ahead of the contentious 2026 elections, which remain clouded by political rifts and security challenges.  The unveiling ceremony, held in the capital, saw key federal and regional figures named to senior party positions. Prime Minis…

Somali President to Launch new Political Organization

In this week, it is expected that a new political organization dubbed Justice and Togetherness which is led by the incumbent Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud will be announced in Mogadishu. The new political organization emerges from the Union for Peace and Development Party. It is seen as a way to broaden the political support which is aimed to unite the political friends of the incumbent Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and the l…