HARGEISA, Somaliland (HornPost) — Video: Kulmiye Party Chairman Mohamed Kahin Speaks at Official Licensing Ceremony
The ceremony took place at the Ambassador Hotel in Hargeisa. It was organised by the Committee for the Registration of Political Associations and Approval of Political Parties.
The licences recognise the three parties for the period beginning January 1, 2025, and ending January 1, 2034, according to the committee.
President irro Highlights Somaliland’s Democratic Process
Speaking at the event, President irro praised the committee for its work in managing the legal process for registering political organizations and determining which groups qualified to compete.
He also thanked the National Electoral Commission and other stakeholders who contributed to Somaliland’s electoral process.
The president said Somaliland’s elections demonstrate the country’s democratic development and its commitment to political progress.
He stressed that democracy goes beyond holding elections.
According to irro, it also requires justice, the protection of civil liberties and accountable government. He added that the rule of law, the fight against corruption, political stability and national security are also essential.
The president said his administration was committed to protecting citizens’ political rights and strengthening democratic institutions.
Committee Explains Its Responsibilities
Committee Chairman Sayed Mohamed Ilmi (Siradle) also addressed the gathering.
He outlined the committee’s responsibilities and its role in strengthening Somaliland’s multi-party political system.
These responsibilities include:
- Registering political organisations and approving national political parties.
- Resolving disputes and handling complaints.
- Promoting women’s participation in political parties.
- Protecting internal democracy within political organisations.
- Developing strategic plans and institutional guidelines.
- Providing civic education on democracy and the multi-party system.
- Improving technology systems for storing and sharing information.
The chairman also discussed the committee’s strategic planning and efforts to strengthen its organisational structure.
Former Leaders and Political Representatives Attend
Several former government officials and political figures attended the ceremony.
They included former Vice Presidents Ahmed Yusuf Yasin and Abdirahman Abdullahi Ismail (Saylici).
The three national party chairmen were also present: Hirsi Ali Haji Hassan of WADDANI, Mohamud Hashi Abdi of KAAH and Mohamed Kahin Ahmed of KULMIYE.
President irro’s senior political adviser, Abdiqadir Haji Ismail Jirde, also addressed the gathering.
He spoke about the importance of national independence and the responsibility to make and uphold decisions.
Meanwhile, SONSAF Chairman Anwar Abdirahman Warsame described the occasion as an important moment for Somaliland’s political development.
He said national political parties provide a platform for developing policies and educating future political leaders.
President Hands Over Official Licences
The ceremony concluded with President irro presenting the official licences to the chairmen of the three national parties.
The licences formally recognise WADDANI, KULMIYE and KAAH as Somaliland’s national political parties for the period announced by the committee.
The event highlighted the role of political institutions in maintaining Somaliland’s multi-party system and supporting its democratic process.
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