Mogadishu (KAAB TV) – The Banadir Regional Administration has reopened three major roads in Mogadishu to improve public safety, ease mobility, and boost the economy.
The roads reopened include:
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The main route from Adan Adde International Airport to the Tiitinley neighborhood in the Wadajir District.
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The thoroughfare from KM4 junction passing through Waberi Bridge, a critical connector in the capital.
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Beahani Road, which links Sana’a Intersection with Engineer Yarisow Stadium – another vital route previously inaccessible due to persistent security threats.
The official reopening ceremony was attended by several high-ranking government and security officials. Among them were the Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Hassan Mohamed Hussein (Muungaab), the Banadir Regional Security Commissioner Liban Adan, and the Commander of the Banadir Police Force, G/Sare Macalin Mahdi.
Members of various security agencies and local administration representatives were also present to mark the occasion.
During the event, Mayor Muungaab emphasized the strategic importance of reopening these roads and highlighted the broader vision behind the initiative.
“The reopening of these roads is not just a physical achievement; it’s a clear symbol of progress in restoring peace and public confidence,” he said. “This is a victory for both our security forces and the resilient people of Mogadishu.
The fact that we can reopen these roads safely shows that the threat from Al-Shabaab militants is diminishing, and we are steadily reclaiming our city.”
The road reopening is part of a larger initiative by the Banadir Regional Administration to improve infrastructure, facilitate transportation, and stimulate economic activity.
According to officials, the plan aims to reopen up to 52 strategically important roads across Mogadishu in the coming months.
This initiative is expected to:
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Alleviate traffic congestion in critical areas of the capital.
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Accelerate the delivery of public services and emergency response.
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Support commercial activity by improving access to markets, schools, hospitals, and government offices.
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Rebuild public trust in government institutions through visible and impactful development.
Security had been a major concern in Mogadishu for years, with many roads closed due to bomb threats, targeted assassinations, and frequent militant activity.
However, recent efforts by Somali security forces, in collaboration with international partners, have led to noticeable improvements in urban security, allowing for these kinds of infrastructure developments.
Citizens in the affected areas have welcomed the reopening with optimism, expressing hope that it marks the beginning of a more peaceful and prosperous chapter for Mogadishu.
As the government continues its campaign to reclaim and rehabilitate the city’s infrastructure, Mogadishu appears poised for transformation — a shift from a war-torn capital to a city on the rise.