MOGADISHU (KAAB TV) – A coalition of political organizations based in the capital, Mogadishu, has issued a joint statement declaring a complete boycott of the ongoing federal electoral process led by the Government of Somalia.
The decision comes in response to what the organizations describe as a failure by the federal government to honor previously agreed-upon terms and to uphold key constitutional provisions.
The organizations, including Sama-Doon, Dhulka-Hoyo, and Haq-Soor, made their position public during a press conference held in Mogadishu.
Representatives from the groups expressed deep concern over what they allege is an exclusionary and opaque electoral process that undermines democratic principles and the integrity of the electoral system.
“In general, we have suspended all dialogue with the federal government,” the statement read. “After lengthy negotiations, we submitted a 13-point proposal outlining constitutional requirements and electoral procedures that must be respected to ensure a free, fair, and inclusive election. Unfortunately, the government outright rejected these legitimate demands and refused to engage in further discussions on the matter.”
The 13-point document reportedly contained recommendations related to ensuring transparency in the selection of delegates, the independence of the electoral commissions, the participation of political parties, and safeguards against interference by federal and regional authorities.
According to the coalition, these proposals were rooted in both the provisional constitution of Somalia and prior political agreements endorsed by stakeholders in previous dialogues.
By withdrawing from the process, these political organizations have effectively distanced themselves from the current trajectory of Somalia’s federal elections, casting doubt on the credibility and inclusiveness of the electoral process as it stands.
The boycott is likely to exacerbate existing political tensions in the country, where disagreements over election management, federalism, and power-sharing between Mogadishu and member states have frequently led to political deadlock and instability.
Observers warn that the continued exclusion of political actors from meaningful participation in the process could further undermine public trust and complicate efforts to achieve lasting political reconciliation and democratic governance in Somalia.
The federal government has not yet formally responded to the boycott announcement.