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Warkasta is tracking Elections across 32 reports from 10 sources. Recent coverage touches Somalia, Galmudug, and Hirshabelle, each linked to its original source with side-by-side comparison where outlets differ.
Somali lawmaker Abdimalik Abdalla on Sunday rejected claims that local Macawisley militia forces in the Hiiraan region were forming a rebel group, saying they were fighting to defend their rights and oppose the government’s electoral process.

The Somali Future Council wants a president who listens and negotiates. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has instead governed unilaterally, deepening political divisions and helping ignite a new conflict in South West State. MOGADISHU (WDN) — Somalia’s political opposition has issued another warning that the country’s electoral dispute is threatening national unity, federalism and the stability of...

Israeli election; the counting of votes appears to be completed. Netanyahu and his faction leading the election have secured 53 seats, while the other faction led by retired General Gadi Eisenkot has obtained 48 seats, which means neither faction has achieved a result to claim victory and...

The election that took place on Tuesday in Israel, in which 77% of eligible voters participated, is currently in the stage of counting votes and determining the results. Here are the points known so far about the election results: It is still unknown who will win the Israeli election, as the competition is very close, and it cannot be predicted...

The candidate supported by Netanyahu in the Brazil election, Flávio Bolsonaro, is reported to have today fled Brazil and entered Argentina illegally, after the Brazil election results showed that Lula da Silva won the presidency, and the Supreme Court...

The Vice President of Hirshabelle, Yusuf Dabageed, has strongly opposed the ongoing election in Hirshabelle, stating that the election taking place in Jowhar is limited to President Hassan Sheikh and his group. "We are clarifying that what has been described as the election to be held in Jowhar is..."

The Chairman of the Banaadir Regional Administration and Mayor of Mogadishu, Dr. Xasan Maxamed Xuseen (Muungaab) spoke about the election of the new speaker of the HirShabelle regional parliament, which was held last night in the city of Jowhar. Muungaab congratulated the new Speaker of the Hirshabelle Parliament, Cabdixakiin Luqmaan Xaaji Maxamuud, and the two deputies.

Somalia’s opposition has come under scrutiny after several of its prominent figures congratulated Liban Ahmed Hassan on his election as leaderof Galmudug state, despite having long opposed similar electoral processes conducted under the federal government. Former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble was among the opposition figures who congratulated Liban and welcomed

Galmudug has become the second administration whose leaders have been elected by a House of Representatives chosen by the people, although the opposition in Somalia has heavily criticized the one-person, one-vote election.
Galmudug lawmakers elected Liibaan Ahmed Hassan as the regional state's new president on Wednesday, consolidating the Justice and Unity Party's (JSP) control of the administration following a disputed parliamentary election process.

The city of Dhuusamareeb, the capital of Galmudug, is currently hosting the final preparations for the presidential election and its vice president, which will take place today in the city. Up to four candidates are competing for the positions of President and Vice President of the Galmudug regional government, who presented their action plans before the Galmudug House of Representatives yesterday.

The Somali Future Council wants a president who listens and negotiates. Its critics argue that Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has instead governed unilaterally, deepening political divisions and helping ignite a new conflict in South West State. MOGADISHU (WDN) — Somalia’s political opposition has issued another warning that the country’s electoral dispute is threatening national unity, federalism...

The Independent National Election Commission and Boundaries has announced the schedule for the elections of the leadership and councils of the Hirshabelle regional government, with the election activities starting on October 19, 2026. According to the announced schedule,…

What is being presented as an election for the leadership of Galmudug’s parliament has drawn criticism from opponents who argue that the outcome was largely settled before voting began, with the process resembling a formal confirmation of political arrangements already established behind the scenes. The election for speaker and two deputy speakers...

In Dhuusamareeb, the capital of the Galmudug regional government, the election of the Speaker of the Parliament and his two deputies is expected to take place today, with preparations for the election ongoing at the polling center.
Newly elected members of Galmudug State’s Parliament were sworn in Friday in Dhusamareb town ahead of elections for parliamentary and regional leadership.

The Federal Government of Somalia on Thursday welcomed the election schedule announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission and Boundaries, which outlines the election plan for both Houses of the Federal Parliament and the President of Somalia. In a press release issued by the government on October 15, 2026, it stated that the schedule is an important step.
The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a meeting with the members of the Federal Parliament belonging to the Justice and Development Party (JSP), as the political conflict regarding the electoral process in the country continues to intensify.
The Federal Government of Somalia has welcomed the schedule issued by the electoral commission regarding the timing of the presidential election in the country, stating that it will begin the necessary preparations for the implementation of that election.

Somalia’s political crisis escalated sharply after three prominent former national leaders and senior opposition figures condemned the federal government’s newly announced election timetable, warning that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s unilateral approach could trigger parallel elections, renewed conflict and further fragmentation of the Somali state. Former presidents Mohamed

Somalia announced on Thursday that parliamentary and presidential elections would be held next year. The Election Commission said in a statement that parliamentary polls would be held on April 15, followed by a presidential vote scheduled for May 15. In a statement, the electoral commission said the provisional voter list…

The Federal Government of Somalia has welcomed the schedule announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission regarding the holding of elections for both Houses of the Federal Parliament of Somalia and the presidential election of the country. A statement from the Office of Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre indicated that the government...

We strongly condemn the unilateral decision announced by the one-sided electoral commission established by Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, whose presidential term has already expired. The unilateral electoral process adopted by former President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, whose term in office expired in May this year, poses a serious threat to Somalia’s statehood and future. It risks…

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has announced a timetable for federal parliamentary and presidential elections in 2027, setting the parliamentary vote for April 15 and the presidential election for May 15. In a statement issued Thursday, the commission said elections for both chambers of the Federal Parliament would be…
The Independent National Elections Commission and Boundaries has announced the official schedule for the holding of elections for both houses of the Parliament and the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia. A press release that...

Mohamed Aadan Jimcaale (Koofi), the secretary of the opposition politicians united under the Salvation Forum, has issued a written statement responding to the federal election schedule announced today by the Independent Electoral Commission. The schedule states that the elections for both Houses of the Federal Parliament of Somalia will take place on the 15th...

The Federal Government of Somalia has announced the controversial election schedule for both houses of the Somali parliament and the presidential election.… Read more

The Independent National Electoral Commission and Boundaries today announced the schedule for federal elections, specifically the elections for both houses and the presidential election of the Federal Republic of Somalia. A press release from the commission stated that the election for the members of both Houses of the Somali Parliament will take place on April 15, 2027.
Somalia’s National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) on Wednesday announced the schedule for Galmudug’s parliamentary and regional leadership elections, with the process set to run from Oct. 16 to Oct. 22, 2026.

The Independent National Electoral Commission announced this morning the schedule for the senior leadership election of Galmudug, specifically the election of the parliamentary speaker, the president, and his deputy. The commission stated that the election for the speaker of the House of Representatives will take place on the 18th of this month, which is currently being prepared for. Additionally, the election of the new president of Galmudug and…
The Independent National Election Commission has announced the schedule for the election of the Speaker of the Galmudug Regional Assembly and the senior leadership of that administration, which is planned to take place between October 13 and October 22, 2026.

Security checkpoints now reportedly surround the roads leading to former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed’s residence, while opposition sources allege that cameras have been installed to monitor visitors—a striking escalation as Somalia remains deadlocked over the rules of its next election. The Federal Government has not publicly explained the reported security measures....