ADDIS ABABA — The Federal Republic of Somalia attained a significant diplomatic achievement on Wednesday by winning election to the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC) for the 2026–2028 period.
This outcome represents a pivotal transformation in the country’s regional position, demonstrating its expanding role in shaping Africa’s security framework.
Vote of Confidence
The voting occurred at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, where member nations cast their ballots in a show of faith in Somalia’s trajectory.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed deep appreciation to the countries that backed the nomination, indicating that the success was realized through the unity and solidarity exhibited particularly by the Member States of the Eastern Africa region.
The election places Mogadishu at the forum where essential determinations concerning African collective security are made.
Strategic Agenda
Somalia enters the Council with a well-established agenda focused on:
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Conflict Prevention: Utilizing national experience to mitigate regional disputes.
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Counter-Terrorism: Enhancing collaboration against extremist threats.
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Post-Conflict Reconstruction: Promoting peacebuilding and reconciliation initiatives throughout the continent.
Government officials highlighted that they plan to utilize their own hard-earned expertise in nation-building and security sector transformation to offer practical guidance to the Council’s discussions.
Commitment to Multilateralism
The Federal Government restated its dedication to multilateralism, vowing to collaborate closely with AU partners to advocate for a more secure and thriving Africa.
This new role complements Somalia’s growing diplomatic footprint, as the nation continues to engage with international bodies to transition from a recipient of security aid to an active contributor to regional stability.
