The Federal Government of Somalia has been making significant efforts in recent months to implement nationwide elections based on the “one person, one vote” system. This initiative is part of the government’s broader goal to establish a sustainable democratic system where citizens have a direct role in decision-making and political processes.
Mogadishu, the capital city, is set to be one of the key locations for the upcoming elections, with 16 districts within the Banaadir region identified as polling areas. According to recent reports, members of the National Election Commission, along with officials from the boundaries and electoral bodies, have been actively assessing the readiness of these areas for the upcoming vote.
On a recent visit to these polling stations, election commission members conducted evaluations of the infrastructure and preparations for the elections. They also held discussions with local officials from the districts of Xamar Jajab, Xamar Weyne, Waberi, and Warta-Nabada to review the readiness for the first-ever local council elections based on the one person, one vote system.
Local officials in these districts confirmed that they are fully prepared for the elections, which will mark a significant milestone in the country’s electoral history. “We are ready for the local council elections, which will be held on the basis of one person, one vote for the first time in Somalia,” said the district officials in a statement released by the National Election Commission.
This move is hailed as a positive step toward strengthening democracy and empowering citizens to directly participate in the governance process. By holding these elections in the capital and surrounding areas, the government hopes to set a precedent for future elections across the country, further advancing the political transition and stability of Somalia.
