Residents of Mogadishu and its suburbs are heading to the polls on Thursday for local elections. These are the first direct elections held in nearly 60 years. Residents of the Somali capital have expressed hope that these elections will be a significant step towards strengthening democracy and stability in the country. The elections are being held under heightened security, as authorities fear possible attacks by militants.
Somalia holds first direct local elections in 60 years
Residents of Mogadishu and its suburbs are heading to the polls on Thursday for local elections. These are the first direct elections held in nearly 60 years. Residents of the Somali capital have expressed hope that these elections will be a significant step towards strengthening democracy and stability in the country. The elections are being held under heightened security, as authorities fear possible attacks by militants.