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Somalia sets presidential election for May
Somalia plans presidential election for May despite ongoing insecurity.
In brief
Somalia plans presidential election for May despite ongoing insecurity. Somalia scheduled presidential elections for May 2027 amid security challenges. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Somalia announces election timeline
Somalia announced parliamentary and presidential elections would be held next year despite ongoing insecurity.
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's second term ended earlier this year, but his government declared a transition period in May.
Election transition challenges
Mohamud has been attempting to move Somalia toward democratic elections, replacing a system based around clan elders.
Opposition concerns
His attempts have been opposed by regional leaders, who view it as a power grab.
The big picture
Somalia scheduled presidential elections for May 2027 amid security challenges.
