Mondey  Nov 03, 2025 {HMC}  The Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, conducted an urgent inspection of a National Identification Registration Agency (NIRA) center in Hodan district, Banaadir, following complaints from the public about delays and service difficulties.

During the visit, the Prime Minister instructed agency officials to simplify procedures and make services more accessible. He emphasized: “The images we’ve seen on social media are unacceptable. Young women should not be forced to come at night or sleep outside—their safety is at risk and this is inappropriate. Extending working hours to ease congestion and making services easier for the public is essential.”

PM Hamza also directed NIRA to separate registration and ID collection queues, ensuring that individuals collecting their cards do not have to join the same line as new registrants, making the process more efficient and safer for citizens.

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Mondey  Nov 03, 2025 {HMC}   Members of the Upper House of the Federal Parliament of Somalia have approved the Bill on Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), which was presented to the chamber by the Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation.

The bill is a significant step toward protecting the rights and welfare of Somali citizens displaced by conflict, drought, insecurity, and natural disasters. It establishes a national framework for managing displacement-related issues and ensuring the provision of protection, assistance, and durable solutions for affected communities.

The Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Reconciliation, H.E. Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh, extended his gratitude to the Honourable Senators for fulfilling their constitutional duty and approving this important legislation. He highlighted that the passage of the bill lays a strong foundation for protecting the rights and dignity of internally displaced persons, strengthening national efforts to provide assistance, and promoting sustainable solutions to prevent future displacement across Somalia.

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Mondey  Nov 03, 2025 {HMC}   The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) of the Federal Republic of Somalia, in collaboration with international partners, has conducted a planned operation in Ceel-weyne village, near Ceel-baraf in Mahaday district of Middle Shabelle region, killing 23 AS militants, including senior commanders.

According to security officials, the operation targeted a location where the militants had recently regrouped to organize attacks aimed at undermining national stability. The raid followed verified intelligence indicating that the group was using the site as a base for their activities.

A similar operation was carried out in the same area on October 30, 2025, in which AS also suffered heavy losses.

Authorities confirmed that no civilian casualties were recorded during the latest offensive.

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Mondey  Nov 03, 2025 {HMC} Tanzania’s main opposition party CHADEMA on Saturday rejected the results of the national election, calling the vote an “open coup” and refusing to recognize President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s rule.

“The announcement of results is an open coup against the will of Tanzanians who have been denied their democratic right to choose the leader they want,” the party said in a statement on the US social media company X.

The electoral commission declared Hassan the winner of Thursday’s election with 97.66% of the vote, securing more than 31.9 million of the 32.7 million ballots cast. The result extends her presidency for a second term.

CHADEMA was barred from participating in the election in April after missing the deadline to sign the electoral code of conduct. Its chairman, Tundu Lissu, was jailed the same month on treason charges he denies after leading a “no reforms, no election” campaign.

“These results have no validity whatsoever, because the truth is that no election took place in Tanzania. Citizens did not participate in the October 29 election due to the absence of free and fair conditions and the lack of a level political playing field,” the party said.

Hassan said her landslide win reflected the people’s mandate for the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party to deliver on its promises, according to local media.

Congratulating her rivals for “conducting campaigns with civility,” she urged Tanzanians to unite and praised the electoral commission for what she called a “free, open, and fair” vote, The Citizen daily reported.

The polls were marred by reports of violence, opposition boycotts, and widespread internet disruptions.

The UN Human Rights Office said at least 10 people were killed in clashes between security forces and protesters after the results were announced, while CHADEMA claimed the toll was far higher.

Party spokesperson John Kitoka told reporters more than 700 people had been killed since the election period began, accusing authorities of targeting opposition supporters.

Hassan described protests in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza, and Songwe as “neither civil nor patriotic.”

CHADEMA said the nationwide demonstrations were “clear proof that citizens did not participate in what is being called an election and that they do not accept anyone emerging from this flawed electoral process.”

According to the electoral commission, voter turnout was nearly 87%.

The party urged the international community not to recognize Hassan’s presidency, saying “she lacks legitimacy because she has not been elected by the citizens of Tanzania.”

This was Tanzania’s first full national poll under Hassan, 65, who assumed office in 2021 following the death of President John Magufuli.

She has pledged unity and economic stability in her second term, but the scale of her victory and the reported crackdown on dissent have drawn criticism from domestic and international observers who warn of shrinking democratic space in the East African nation.

The African Union and East African Community have called for calm and respect for human rights, urging authorities to ensure transparency and accountability in handling post-election unrest.

Source Hiiraan Online