The Somalia Salvation Forum announced plans to sue President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, his government, and senior officials in domestic and international courts. The group alleged constitutional violations, corruption, and human rights abuses. It cited forced evictions, illegal land sales, delayed state elections, and weakened anti-Al-Shabaab efforts. The forum urged citizens to organize peaceful protests and warned that political disputes and mismanagement threatened governance, security, and Somalia’s 2026 electoral transition.

Egypt pledged full support for Somalia’s security and stability, committing to send troops to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The Egyptian Foreign Ministry praised Somalia’s efforts to enforce the rule of law and combat terrorism. Egypt recently signed a military cooperation protocol, delivered aid, and sent officials to Lower and Middle Shabelle. The first Egyptian contingent is expected to deploy soon under the AU mandate.

Somali Defense Minister Ahmed Moallin Fiqi met Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun at the Xiangshan Forum, marking the first ministerial-level talks in nearly 40 years. They agreed to deepen cooperation on regional security, counter-terrorism, AU mission support, and Somali National Army development. The meeting highlighted Somalia’s gains against Al-Shabaab and laid the groundwork for intelligence sharing, training, and economic support to strengthen stability in Somalia and the Horn of Africa.

Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni met US officials in Bosaso to review counter-ISIS operations in the Calmiskaad mountains. Puntland forces received praise for recent gains and pledged ongoing cooperation with international partners. Discussions focused on strengthening Somalia’s fight against ISIS and Al-Shabaab, with US representatives confirming support via AFRICOM. Authorities emphasized that these operations are crucial for stability in Puntland and the wider Horn of Africa.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud announced plans to replace passports with a biometric national ID system, warning institutions against obstructing the rollout. He noted that over 10 million passports had been issued without reliable records, undermining security and governance. The new system will centralize identity management, improve transparency, and prevent fraud, aiming to strengthen national security and ensure government institutions operate with unified, verifiable identity data.

Somalia launched its first National Counter-IED Strategy at a workshop in Mogadishu, attended by senior security officials and international partners. Supported by the UN, the plan aims to curb improvised explosive devices used by al-Shabaab and Daesh. It outlines intelligence-led operations, enhanced border controls, judicial reforms, financial disruption of terror networks, and public awareness campaigns, establishing a whole-of-government approach to countering explosive threats and strengthening national security.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud postponed the opening of Somalia’s 7th federal parliament session from Sept. 20 to Sept. 29. He cited Article 90 of the provisional constitution, which requires the president to open sessions and deliver a government address. Reports said some lawmakers were preparing motions against Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre, prompting further consultations between government leaders and legislators.

Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre laid the foundation for a new Ministry of Education headquarters in Mogadishu. The facility will modernize Somalia’s education system, centralize management, support university regulation, and improve learning environments. Barre highlighted that investing in education strengthens youth skills, enhances social services, and contributes to national development and long-term stability.