Somalia's President to Hold National Consultative Dialogue Amid Rising Political Pressure

Somalia's President to Hold National Consultative Dialogue Amid Rising Political Pressure

Mogadishu, June 1 -- Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Sunday announced the long-delayed National Consultative Dialogue will take place on June 15, responding to mounting pressure from international partners seeking a political consensus between the government and opposition groups.

Opposition Forum in Mogadishu Seeks Electoral Clarity Ahead of 2026 Vote - Capital Newspaper

A major political gathering of Somali opposition leaders opened on Wednesday in Mogadishu, with participants calling for a clear roadmap toward timely, inclusive, and transparent elections as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s term nears its end in May 2026. Organised by senior opposition figures, the forum brings together former presidents, ex-prime ministers, parliamentary leaders, and current lawmakers. The meeting is seen as a coordinated eff…

Somali President Extends an invitation to the opposition politicians to attend a meeting

Somalia’s President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud yesterday announced that he extended an invitation to opposition politicians and civilian leaders to attend a meeting. He stated that the meeting will officially kick-off in Mogadishu on June 15, 2025. A statement from the office of the President stated that while considering the importance of consultations in respect to the national interest, the President will continue to hold meetings which will pave…

Somalia’s opposition sets conditions for participation in June 15 national dialogue

MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Somalia’s opposition leaders on Sunday cautiously welcomed a national dialogue conference called by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud for June 15, while laying out key conditions for their participation, including clarity on the agenda and scope of discussions.  In a joint statement, the National Salvation Forum — a coalition comprising former presidents, prime ministers, and parliamentary speakers — said the conferenc…

Somalia: President Hassan Announces National Dialogue Forum – Somali Dispatch

MOGADISHU (SD) – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, His Excellency Dr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has officially announced the opening of the Political and Community Leaders’ Dialogue Forum, which will be held in Mogadishu on June 15, 2025. This decision follows extensive consultations between the president and regional state leaders, former national leaders, political organizations, and civil society, aimed at strengthening political…