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Puntland Civil Servants Unpaid for Seven Months

30 August 2026 · Single source · Edition 14

Civil servants in the Puntland State of Somalia have reportedly not received their salaries for seven months, marking the longest period of non-payment since 2009. According to the report, Puntland civil servants have only received two months' pay in 2026. This situation highlights significant financial challenges within the regional administration.

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