These issues specifically touch on the political direction of the conference and the potential impact it may have on the country’s overall situation, particularly regarding the contested 2026 elections.

On the security front, Kismayo’s security has been significantly tightened following intelligence indicating a plot by Al-Shabaab to disrupt the conference, prompting heightened vigilance and new security measures.

Meanwhile, it has emerged that three of the country’s federal member states—Hirshabelle, South West, and Galmudug—have privately welcomed the hosting and organization of the Kismayo Conference, although no official public statement has been made.

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The conference organizers noted that this meeting follows earlier calls made by opposition leaders regarding inclusive political dialogue and consultation.

During the conference, participants are expected to present their political agendas and clarify their demands to the Federal Government.

The main discussions will focus specifically on electoral matters, at a time when the government is implementing local council elections based on a “one person, one vote” system.

The Kismayo conference is attended by a diverse group, including members of civil society, federal parliamentarians, and former senior government officials. The event has also invited former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former prime ministers, and other prominent politicians.

The conference is scheduled to conclude on Saturday, with a joint communiqué expected to outline the agreements reached and the recommendations proposed by the opposition.

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The parties, who previously responded to calls by the Federal Government for dialogue and consultations, are expected to present their political agendas and demands from the government during the Kismayo meeting.

Issues related to elections will also be discussed at the opposition forum, at a time when the Federal Government is moving forward with the implementation of one-person, one-vote local council elections.

The Kismayo meetings will be attended by representatives from various sectors of society, members of the Federal Parliament, and former officials who have previously held public office in the country.

Senior former leaders, including former President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, three former Prime Ministers, and other prominent figures, are taking part in the conference being held in Kismayo.

The conference, which is scheduled to conclude on Saturday, is expected to issue a press statement outlining the agreed-upon points, which will be shared with the Federal Government, the public, and the international community.

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The delegation that arrived in Kismayo today was led by the Secretary of the Somali Salvation Forum, Mohamed Adan Koofi. They were received at Sayid Mohamed Abdulle Hassan Airport by the Jubbaland Minister of Interior, Mohamed Ibrahim Oogle, along with other officials from the Jubbaland administration.

Speaking to the media, Minister Mohamed Ibrahim Oogle stated that the conference will last four days, running from December 17 to December 20.

He noted that the meeting will focus on finalizing the structure of the Somali Future Council and analyzing the country’s ongoing transitional political situation.

For his part, Mohamed Adan Koofi said that the Kismaayo conference is of great importance given the difficult political phase Somalia is currently facing.

“Today I arrived in the city of Kismayo, where the conference to complete the formation of the Somali Future Council will soon open. During the conference, key issues related to the country’s complex situation will be discussed,” Koofi said, while thanking the Jubbaland administration and people for their warm reception and hospitality.

Reports from Kismayo indicate that the Jubbaland administration has significantly strengthened security and overall preparations, as opposition leaders—many of whom previously held senior positions in the federal government—are expected to arrive in the city in the coming days.

Members of the opposition have described the Kismaayo conference as a historic opportunity for unity, bringing them together after a long period of consultations and coordination.

During the conference, participants are expected to hold both open and closed-door meetings to deliberate on the country’s political direction, challenges to state-building, and their perspectives on the ongoing political changes.

The President of Jubbaland, Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Ahmed Madobe), is hosting the opposition leaders during their stay in Kismayo. The conference comes at a time when Somalia is experiencing intense political debates and a strong need for a unified opposition platform, particularly on national issues such as elections.

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Sharif Sheikh Ahmed explained that the Kismayo conference will focus on establishing a feasible, fair, and inclusive electoral process in which all segments of society can participate.

He firmly denied reports claiming that the opposition plans to form a new government.

The former president noted that the National Salvation Council and the broader Somali consultative conference are important platforms for discussing national issues. He emphasized that participants are credible figures whose views and advice on state-building and elections deserve to be heard and considered.

Commenting on the local council elections being organized by the government in Mogadishu, he said they would not provide a solution to what he described as the government’s failure in managing electoral processes.

He accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of pushing the country back into political uncertainty, warning that if the government fails to deliver credible national elections, it will be difficult for Somalia to recover from prolonged instability.

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