Somalia enters unchartered waters as election disputes intensify

Somalia is entering one of the most politically volatile periods in recent memory as tensions escalate between the Federal Government and several Federal Member States ahead of the planned 2026 elections.A series of sudden and dramatic developments in recent weeks has sparked fears of a widening constitutional crisis that threatens to fracture the country’s fragile federal system and undermine security in the capital.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessSupport Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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A series of sudden and dramatic developments in recent weeks has sparked fears of a widening constitutional crisis that threatens to fracture the country’s fragile federal system and undermine security in the capital.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessSupport Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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