The awaited Civil Society Summit 2025 has officially commenced in Mogadishu. Leaders from CSOs, government, UN agencies, donors and the private sector are convening to strengthen collaboration, amplify community voices & enhance impact across the humanitarian Development & Peace nexus. #CivilSocietySummit2025 #CSOs #CSSummit2025 #HDPnexus

#Mogadishu 27th October 2027 The Somali Civil Society @SONSA_NSA welcomes the call for national dialogue by the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia @HassanSMohamud to address the political disputes surrounding the federal electoral process. @SONSA_NSA calls on all political stakeholders to participate constructively in the dialogue, avoid further delays, and work towards meaningful compromise. The Civil Society also emphasizes the importance of building on previous dialogue efforts and ensuring inclusive participation to achieve lasting solutions that strengthen #Somalia’s state-building process, national unity, security, and public trust. 📄 Read the full press release English and Somali PDF versions below. sonsaplatform.org/somali-civ…

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#Mogadishu, 27 October 2026 Members of Somali civil society representatives led by the Chairperson of the @SONSA_NSA, @Osman_Moallim, held an important consultative meeting today with the Speaker of the House of the People of the 11th Federal Parliament of Somalia, H.E. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur @Amohamednur. During the meeting, @Osman_Moallim briefed the Speaker on civil society’s parliamentary monitoring efforts, which have been conducted since 2023. He highlighted the role of @GoleKaab Parliamentary Monitoring Initiative in promoting transparency, openness, and accountability within Parliament. He also discussed the progress reflected in recent monitoring parliamentary index reports, noting Somalia’s improved standing in parliamentary transparency compared with several African countries, including those with longer-established governments. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between the House of the People @Golaha_shac_JFS and civil society @SONSA_NSA to ensure that citizens’ voices are reflected in legislative processes and parliamentary accountability through @GoleKaab, citizens can engage with Parliament by submitting their concerns, ideas, and recommendations. Speaker H.E. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur emphasized the importance of empowering civil society with the knowledge and capacity to monitor draft legislation, assess its potential impact, consult affected communities, and provide Parliament with evidence-based and research-informed recommendations. He also highlighted the opportunities offered by digitalization to strengthen public engagement with Parliament. #GoleKaab #SomaliCivilSociety #CSOs #ParliamentaryMonitoring #Transparency #Accountability #Somalia

#Doha, Qatar 26 October 2026 The Executive Director of @SONSA_NSA, Mr. Mohamed Aded Ali @Mohamed_Shirre, joined representatives of Somali civil society at the 9th World Investment Forum 2026, held at the Sheraton Convention Center in Doha, Qatar @UNCTAD The forum brings together global investors, policymakers, and business leaders to explore opportunities for shaping a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive future for investment. The Federal Government of #Somalia delegation, led by the State Minister for Foreign Affairs @MOFASomalia, H.E. Ali Mohamed Omar (Bal’ad) @AliOmarMP, alongside the Minister of Commerce and Industry, H.E. Gamal Mohamed Hassan @AmbGamal, contributed to discussions on “The Role of the Private Sector in Financing Development.” @SONSA_NSA’s participation reflects the importance of civil society engagement in national development processes and in promoting inclusive, sustainable investment that contributes to #Somalia’s economic growth. #SONSA #WorldInvestmentForum2026 #Somalia #SomaliCivilSociety #CSOs #SustainableDevelopment #Investment

#Mogadishu, 26 October 2026 The Chairperson of the Somali Civil Society @SONSA_NSA, @Osman_Moallim, held an important meeting this evening in #Mogadishu tonight with the civil society groups from South west State of #Somalia #SOSWENSA Mr. Mohamed Abukar Ali, accompanied by several other members. The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between the two civil society networks, consolidating the efforts of civil society organisations, exchanging knowledge and experience, and fostering sustainable partnerships to enhance the role of civil society in peacebuilding, state-building, and national development. The discussions also addressed ways to strengthen civil society representation and engagement at both national and state levels. In addition, the two sides discussed an initiative to organise a dialogue forum in Mogadishu, providing academics, young people, and different segments of civil society with an opportunity to discuss the country’s political situation, peacebuilding, and the role of civil society in addressing existing challenges. The meeting concluded with a shared understanding of the importance of sustained dialogue, stronger ties between the two networks, and the creation of meaningful cooperation opportunities to unite civil society efforts and strengthen their contribution to peace, state-building, and Somalia’s development.

#Mogadishu, 26 October 2026 Members of Civil Society Observers from @SONSA_NSA, through the @GoleKaab Parliamentary Monitoring Initiative, observed the 1st Bicameral sitting of the 8th Plenary Session of the two Houses of the 11th Federal Parliament of #Somalia. The joint sitting was chaired by the Speaker of the House of the People @Golaha_shac_JFS H.E. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur @Amohamednur, alongside the Second Deputy Speaker of the House of the People, H.E. Hon. Abdullahi Omar Abshir, and the Second Deputy Speaker of the Upper House @AqalkaSare H.E. Hon. Abdullahi Ali Hirsi Timacadde @Timacadde_ . Agenda: The first reading of the 2025 Annual Budget Final Accounts Report. The Minister of Finance of the Federal Government of Somalia @MoF_Somalia, H.E. Bihi Iman Egeh @BihiEgeh, presented the report, outlining the implementation of the 2025 national budget, government revenues and expenditures, financial assistance received, achievements, and related audit procedures. Members of the two Houses questioned the Minister on budget implementation, revenue and expenditure management, financial transparency, and accountability. The Minister responded to their questions and clarified issues relating to the management and execution of the national budget. Following the discussion, the report successfully passed its first reading and was referred to the Committee on Budget, Finance, Planning, International Cooperation and Financial Oversight of Public Institutions of both Houses for further review and preparation for the second reading. At the beginning of the session, the Speaker of the House of the People announced a 15-day parliamentary recess to allow for renovation works at the House of the People premises in Villa Hargeisa. #GoleKaab #SomaliaParliament #CSOs #ParliamentaryMonitoring #Accountability #PublicFinance #SomaliCivilSociety

We are pleased to share the internship experience of Mustafa Hassan Gedi @Mustafgeddi, a Social Work graduate from Mogadishu University @MogUniver, who began his internship journey at @SONSA_NSA on 24 July 2025. Mustafa was part of a group of 12 students, serving as a team leader and gaining practical experience in teamwork, leadership, data collection, documentation, parliamentary monitoring, advocacy, and organizational engagement. In his reflection, Mustafa highlights how his internship helped him translate classroom knowledge into practical skills, strengthen his confidence, and understand the importance of communication, collaboration, and evidence-based advocacy. He also reflects on his experience leading team members and navigating real workplace challenges. As Mustafa stated in his blog: “At times, coordination became quite tough, but I have learned that leadership always starts with communication.” Through this internship journey, the students gained valuable exposure to the work of civil society and its contribution to good governance, civic participation, and accountability in #Somalia. We are proud to share Mustafa’s story as part of our ongoing series showcasing the experiences and lessons learned by @SONSA_NSA interns. 🔗 Read Mustafa’s full story: sonsaplatform.org/blogs/my-i…

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#Mogadishu, 24 October 2026 Members of Civil Society Observers from @SONSA_NSA, through the @GoleKaab Parliamentary Monitoring Initiative, observed the 28th sitting of the 8th Plenary Session of the House of the People of the 11th Federal Parliament of #Somalia. The session was chaired by the Speaker of the House of the People, H.E. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur @Amohamednur, alongside the Second Deputy Speaker, Hon. Abdullahi Omar Abshir and the total quorum of 144 MPs were present. Key proceedings and decisions: 1. Swearing-in of Officials The House witnessed the swearing-in of the newly appointed Minister of Ports and Marine Transport, Hon. Abdulkadir Omar Moallin @MoPMTSomalia, a member of the Independent Human Rights Commission @Somalia_NIHRC, two members of the Independent Constitutional Review and Implementation Commission @ICRICSomalia and the oaths were administered by the Deputy Chief Justice of the Supreme Court @Somsupremecourt. 2. Amendment to the Central Bank of Somalia Law @CentralBankSo MPs voted on the third-reading report of the Bill amending the Central Bank of Somalia Law No. 130, issued in April 2012. The Bill was approved with 137 votes in favour, 4 against, and 3 abstentions. Following the vote, Deputy Minister of Finance @MoF_Somalia, H.E. Abdiqafar Elmi Hange @A_Haange, thanked the MPs and parliamentary leadership for their support and confidence in passing the Bill. 3. Collective Questions to the Minister of Health and Social Care @MoH_Somalia @DrAliHajiadam The House considered a motion proposing collective questions to the Minister of Health and Social Care of the Federal Government of Somalia. The motion had been submitted to the Speaker on 10 October 2026. During the deliberations, 23 MPs contributed, raising questions, points of order, and concerns regarding the motion and the procedures for proceeding with it. Some MPs described the initiative as a first for the House. The House subsequently voted on whether the Minister should face the proposed motion. The result was 50 votes in favour of proceeding with the motion, 89 against, and 5 abstentions. The Speaker announced that the Minister could continue carrying out his official duties. The sitting concluded with the Speaker thanking MPs for their attendance and for fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities. #GoleKaab #SONSA #SomaliCivilSociety #ParliamentaryMonitoring #Accountability #Transparency

#Mogadishu, 24 October 2026 Members of Civil Society Observers from @SONSA_NSA, through the @GoleKaab today observed the 28th sitting of the 8th Plenary Session of the House of the People @Golaha_shac_JFS . During the session, the Speaker of the House of the People, H.E. Hon. @Amohamednur, asked the newly appointed Minister of Ports and Marine Transport, H.E. Abdulkadir Moalim Omar @MoPMTSomalia, whether he was required to relinquish his parliamentary seat. The Speaker asked: “Minister, are you required to relinquish your parliamentary seat?” In response, Minister Abdulkadir Moalim Omar stated before the @Golaha_shac_JFS: “Honourable Speaker, I agree with what the Constitution stipulates, which means that I have relinquished my membership in Parliament.” The Minister’s statement confirmed his decision to relinquish his seat in Parliament in accordance with the constitutional amendments adopted on 4 March 2026. Article 81(1)(f) and Article 117(3)(a) of the amended Constitution provide for the separation of parliamentary membership and ministerial office. Video Credit belongs to @BBCSomali

The Chairperson of the @SONSA_NSA, @Osman_Moallim, today held an important meeting with the @UKinSomalia, H.E. Amb. @CharlesKingFCD, at the British Embassy in #Mogadishu. The meeting focused on key political and governance developments in #Somalia, particularly the situation in South West State, political disagreements surrounding electoral processes, and the protection of citizens’ safety and rights. Discussions also explored the role of civil society in responding to emerging national challenges and strengthening cooperation between Somali civil society organisations and Somalia’s international partners. The meeting formed part of @SONSA_NSA’s ongoing efforts to promote inclusive political dialogue, support peaceful solutions to electoral disagreements, and strengthen Somalia’s state-building process through constructive engagement, civic participation, and collaboration with international partners. #SomaliCivilSociety

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#Mogadishu, 21 October 2026 The @SONSA_NSA facilitated the participation of representatives from @MzalendoWatch, and @Punsaa_PL the 27th sitting of the 8th Plenary Session of the House of the People @Golaha_shac_JFS . The participation provided an opportunity for the visiting representatives to observe parliamentary proceedings in Somalia and gain insights into the work @SONSA_NSA through its @GoleKaab Parliamentary Monitoring Initiative. The engagement also provided an opportunity to strengthen collaboration and exchange experiences between civil society organizations working on parliamentary monitoring in #Somalia and #Kenya. #SONSA #GoleKaab #MzalendoTrust #CivilSociety #ParliamentaryMonitoring #Somalia #NIMDSomalia

@SONSA_NSA Executive Director, Mr. Mohamed Aded Ali @Mohamed_Shirre attended “The Digital Rights & Equality Symposium is hosted by @OxfamIreland, in collaboration with the College of Social Sciences and Law at University College Dublin”. Digital Rights & Equality Symposium took place on Tuesday 20th October 2026 at O’Reilly Hall, University College Dublin in Dublin Ireland. The Event bringing together civil society colleagues and international partners, as well as regulators, policymakers and private companies. The aim to promote an open dialogue on human-centric solutions and cross-sector actions for a more equal digital future – where technology benefits everyone. The Digital Rights & Equality Symposium is being organized in the framework of Re-centering the Civic Internet through Partner Engagement #ReCIPE project, @OxfamIreland’s flagship digital rights programme co-funded by the European Union and implemented in partnership with civil society organisations in ten countries to promote a rights-respecting digital ecosystem with inclusive digital policy-making and meaningful access to safe and empowering digital products.

#Mogadishu, 21 October 2026 Members of Civil Society Observers from @SONSA_NSA, through the @GoleKaab Parliamentary Monitoring Initiative, today observed the 27th sitting of the 8th Plenary Session of the House of the People of the 11th Federal Parliament of #Somalia. The session was chaired by Speaker of the House of the People @Golaha_shac_JFS, H.E. Hon. Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur @Amohamednur, accompanied by Second Deputy Speaker H.E. Hon. Abdullahi Omar Abshir. The sitting commenced with a quorum of 140 MPs. Key debate proceedings and decisions: 1️⃣ Electronic Transactions Bill: The House of the People voted on the report of the third reading of the Electronic Transactions Bill. A total of 137 MPs voted in favour, two voted against, and one abstained. The Minister of Communications and Technology @MoCTSomalia H.E. Mohamed Adam Moalim Ali @msomali55 , thanked the MPs and parliamentary leadership for approving the bill. 2️⃣ Somalia–Türkiye Judicial Cooperation Agreements: The House of the People also voted on the report of the third reading of the agreements between #Somalia and #Türkiye concerning international judicial cooperation. The agreements received 129 votes in favour, 10 against, and one abstention. The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs @MojSomalia H.E. @HassansheikhAli, thanked the MPs for their support. The Speaker directed the Secretary-General to forward the approved legislation to the Upper House (Somali Senate House) @AqalkaSare 3️⃣ Amendment to the Central Bank of Somalia Law (Law No. 130 of April 2012): Consideration of the third-reading report was postponed because the responsible ministry’s representatives were absent. The Speaker expressed very concern over Ministry of Finance @MoF_Somalia failure to attend parliamentary proceedings concerning matters within their portfolios and called on the Ministry of Finance to provide an explanation and ensure accountability. 4️⃣ African Youth Charter: The House of the House conducted the first reading of the African Youth Charter, @_AfricanUnion presented by the Minister of Youth and Sports, @MoysFGS H.E. Mohamed Abdukadir. Twelve MPs participated in the ensuing debate. The sitting concluded with the Speaker thanking MPs for attending and fulfilling their constitutional responsibilities.

#Mogadishu, 18-20 October 2026 Our partner @MzalendoWatch, has successfully concluded a three-day capacity-building training aimed at strengthening the capacity of the House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia @Golaha_shac_JFS, parliamentary investigations, oversight of government activities, and accountability through the @GoleKaab project. The training brought together the parliament staffs, and Members of the House of the People from several parliamentary committees, including the Social Affairs Committee; the Budget, Finance, Planning, International Cooperation and Accountability of Government Institutions Committee; and the Transport, Airports, Seaports, Public Works and Energy Committee, among others. The training also benefited staff from parliamentary committee secretariats, the legal departments, and units responsible for plenary sessions. Over the three days, MP’s enhanced their understanding and practical skills in parliamentary inquiries and investigations, public finance scrutiny, effective oversight, transparency, and holding government institutions accountable. The programme also focused on strengthening the role of parliamentary committees in ensuring that government institutions operate in accordance with their mandates and remain accountable to the public. The training was delivered by Dr. Nuh Nassir Abdi, who served in Kenya’s National Assembly @NAssemblyKE and was associated with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) from 2007 to 2013. The closing ceremony was attended by the SG of the @Golaha_shac_JFS, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdulle @A_jaabir19, the Chairperson of the @SONSA_NSA, @Osman_Moallim and the training was officially closed by the First Deputy Chief Whip of the House of the People, Hon. Sahra Abdullahi Egal (Bundubte). #ParliamentaryOversight #Accountability #GoodGovernance #Somalia #GoleKaab #SomaliCivilSociety #SONSA #CSOs @MzalendoWatch @NIMDSomalia @EU_in_Somalia @Golaha_shac_JFS @AqalkaSare