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Somalia Pushes Ahead With Controversial Regional Elections Despite Opponent Boycott

31 August 2026 · Single source · Edition 14

Somalia is proceeding with controversial regional elections despite a boycott by opposition groups. This move is seen as part of a broader struggle over democratic reform and the control of political power during the country's transition to one-person, one-vote elections. The situation underscores the challenges in implementing electoral reforms.

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