By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Business Day Nigeria
Somali justice rejects extension of presidential term, according to a review of the main international and African news stories. The decision comes amid political tensions over the power of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, reports Business Day Nigeria.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has announced the transfer of Hirshabelle’s capital from Jowhar to Beledweyne, in Hiiraan region, to ease local political tensions. The decision provides for Hiiraan to host the state capital, according to Puntland Post.
🇸🇴 Somalia · Source: Puntland Post ·
Baashe Yusuf Ahmed, former president of Somalia's Supreme Court, is contesting his dismissal and asking President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to withdraw the 300 soldiers deployed around the court. He says the military presence threatens the independence of the judiciary, according to Shabelle Media Network.
🇸🇴 Somalia · Source: Shabelle Media Network ·
Somalia's Supreme Court ruled illegal the stay in power of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the constitution adopted in March not being applicable to his current term, according to RFI. It also annulled the dismissal of the court's president, Bashe Yusuf Ahmed, and ordered elections to be held within 90 days.
🇸🇴 Somalia · Source: SeneNews ·
Ibrahim Iidle Suleymaan was sworn in as the new president of the Somali Supreme Court at a ceremony presided over by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. His appointment follows the dismissal of Baashe Yuusuf Axmed, who disputes the legality of his removal, reports Caasimada.
🇸🇴 Somalia · Source: Caasimada Online ·
Somalia and Italy strengthen army trainingSomalia and Italy want to strengthen the training and specialised skills of the Somali National Army. Italian military experts inspected military schools and colleges in Mogadishu during their second meeting on developing the capabilities of Somali forces, according to a statement.
Mauritius calls for climate finance suited to small island statesMauritian minister Rajesh Bhagwan is leading a delegation to COP31 calling for accessible climate finance suited to small island states. Mauritius is notably seeking stronger commitments for adaptation and a stronger fund for loss and damage, according to Defi Media.The week in Africa
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