Somalia says it will hold elections in 2027:
Critics say unilateral decision to call polls is a recipe for more conflict.
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Key FactsSomalia’s Historic Return to Direct Elections
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nation.africa
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nation.africa
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- The new process replaces indirect elections where clan representatives selected lawmakers and the president.
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