The Official Twitter Account of the Somaliland National Electoral Commission. NEC is mandated to manage and oversee the holding of elections and referenda.
Somaliland National Electoral Commission has just announced today the Final Voter List for Somaliland's presidential and parties elections on November 13, 2024. A pivotal moment for democracy!
#SL_Elections2024
#Transparency
#Democracy
🎉 Exciting news! The
#Somaliland
Election Act has been signed into law, marking a major step forward 4 democracy in Somaliland. This legislation underscores our commitment to free, fair, and transparent elections. Together, we're building a stronger democracy!🗳️
#SL_Election2024
Somaliland National Electrol Commission scheduled to conduct the Presidential Election in 9 months, starting 1st October 2022, as the current scheduled date of 13 Nov, 2022 is not viable due to time, technical and financial constrains.
NEC Spokesperson
Abdiaziz Hersi Warsame
Somaliland National Electoral Commission announced today, that the Voter Card Distribution will officially begin on Wednesday 31 May 2023. The duration of the Card Distribution will be for 10 days in each region. The Card Distribution Program is planned for 2 cluster operations.
#NEC
has today organized & sent off more than a thousand policemen to the Polling Stations in Hargeisa. The Vice Chair of NEC has spoken to the Security forces & indicated the important role they are to play for ensuring the security of the Elections.
#SomalilandElections2021
So far
#NEC
has officially released the preliminary results of these districts:
1. Zeylac
2. Lughaya
3. Sallaxley
4. Buuhoodle
5. Las Anod
6. Xudun
7. Taleex
8. Gar-adag &
9. Sheekh
Other districts are still in the process of preparing their results.
#SomalilandElects
As of today, 07/07/2021, the Supreme Court of the Republic of Somaliland has approved the Final Result of the Elected House of Representatives, which was earlier issued and submitted to the Court by the National Electoral Commission.
#SomalilandElections2021
Somaliland NEC 🗳️ announces schedule for Combined Presidential and Political Parties Elections on November 13, 2024. A crucial step towards democracy and transparency.
#Somaliland
#Elections2024
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#NEC
has today received at Egal Airport, a Consignment of the Ballot Papers for the Parliamentary & Local Elections.The Political Parties were all witnessing the arrival of the Consignment & its reception by NEC.
#SomalilandElects
#SomalilandElections21
The National Electoral Commission of the Republic of Somaliland,
#NEC
has today announced the official Schedule of the Voter Registration process across the electoral regions and districts of the country, as detailed further in the attached Press Release.
NEC chairman, Muse Hassan Yusuf confirmed that the first phase of Voter Registration completed successfully and the second phase started which will continue another 15 days more on Border areas and 23 district election Voter Registration Centers (VRC).
#NEC
has held at the University of Hargeisa Campus a ToT Training for 80 Trainees from all the regions of Somaliland. These Trainees will train the Staffs for the Polling Stations across the country's electoral districts and regions.
#SomalilandElects
#SomalilandElections2021
PRESS RELEASE: Today, the NEC reiterates its commitment to the people of Somaliland that the Presidential and Political Party elections will be held as scheduled on Nov 13, 2024. NEC briefed on election timeline, ongoing preparations, funds, and BVVR.
#SL_Elections2024
@SLNECHQ
#NEC
started serving for the Voters in the Queues at the Polling Stations. The President came to where he was registered & casted his Vote. The Chairman of WADDANI Dr. AbdiRahman M. Abdillahi & the Chairman of UCID, Eng. Faisal Ali Hussein also casted their Votes.
#Somaliland
Today, the Somaliland NEC announced the schedule for the joint Presidential and Political Parties elections, set for 13 NOV 2024.
Complying with Law 91/2023, the NEC officially submitted the schedule to HE. President Musa Bihi Abdi to fulfill his legal mandate.
@SL_election2024
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The Somaliland National Electoral Commission (
@SLNECHQ
) met with international community partners at the Danish Embassy in Nairobi. NEC provided updates on all election operational plans and confirmed the combined elections on November 13, 2024.
#SL_Elections2024
#Democracy
#NEC
has today received at Egal International Airport a Consignment of logistics as part of the Election Materials needed for the Upcoming Elections of the House of Representatives & the Local Councils on 31st May 2021.
#SomalilandElections2021
The International Observers Team in Hargeisa today met with NEC at its HQ. The two parties discussed on the preparations & the approaches for the Elections.
#NEC
explained to the
#Observers
on the progress & the readiness for Somaliland 2021 Elections.
#SomalilandElects
@ its Headquarters, NEC has today met with the International Community Delegation from UK, Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Finland, Norway, UN & the European Union. The discussion was focused on the upcoming local & parliamentary elections. A closer partnership was agreed.
#SL_Elects
PRESS RELEASE: The Somaliland National Electoral Commission
@SLNECHQ
held a crutial meeting to update political parties and associations on election preparations, reaffirming their commitment to a transparent, efficient, and timely electoral process.
#SL_Elections2024
#Democracy
The Voter Registration Launching Event hosted by the Somaliland National Electoral Commission is now going on in Maansoor Hotel. The Leaders of the Political Parties, the Vice President of the Republic of Somaliland, the MPs from both the houses of the parliament attended.
#NEC
today welcomed to the Rep. of Somaliland & had a briefing Confab at Assod Hotel Hargeisa with a high-profile, heavy-weight delegation of more than 30 guests as part of the International Observers who are witnessing the Local & Parliamentary Elections.
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#KDQ
ayaa War-Murtiyeed uu soo saarey ku caddeeyey in Liisaskii Komishanku baahiyey ee Musharixiinta Golayaasha Wakiilada & Degaanadu ay leeyihiin Xasaanad Sharci taasoo KDQ uu farayo hay'adaha ay khusayso inay si buuxda u tixgaliyaan.
#SomalilandElects
#SomalilandElections2021
#KDQ
ayaa maanta si rasmi ah usoo saaray Liiskii kama-dambaysta ahaa ee Musharixiinta Golayaasha Deegaanka. Mardhaw kala soco Liiska Musharixiinta u taaggan Doorashada innagu soo foolka leh ee Goleyaasha Deegaanka iyo Wakiiladda JSL.
#SomalilandElects
The National Electoral Commission had a meeting with
@NBerlangaEU
, the EU Ambassador. The two sides have discussed about the issues pertaining the acceleration of the preparations of the upcoming Voter-Registration and Parliament/Local Government Elections in Somaliland.
Political Parties together commended the Election Voting that had yesterday taken place in the country. They told the Candidates to show patience in waiting for the Results, which can only be announced by NEC as per the Law No.91/2020.
#SomalilandVoted
EID MUBARAK: Somaliland NEC Chairman Musa Hassan Yusuf (
@SLNECChairman
) extends his warm Eid al-Adha greetings to the Somaliland community and Muslims around the world.
#EidMubarak
#SL_Elections2024
"Productive meeting today with UK and Denmark ambassadors, Amb. Mike Nithavrianakis and Amb. Steen Sonne Andersen, at
@SLNECHQ
. Discussed roadmap for the upcoming elections. Grateful for their collaboration as we strive for transparency and fairness.
#SL_Elections2024
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Somaliland NEC met today with a UK delegation led by Ilyas Malek, Head of British Offic for
#Somaliland
, to discuss preparations for the upcoming elections. Both parties pledged to work together to ensure a fair, free, and transparent process.
#SL_Elections2024
#NEC
received a consignment of Medical Kits from WHO together with the EU represented by Ambassador
@NBerlangaEU
. The Support consists of Covid19 Prevention Kits, face masks & hand-wash sanitizers. This helps NEC workers & the Electorate in abiding by the prevention measures.
Somaliland NEC met with SL House of Representative Standing Committee today, briefing on election readiness and ongoing preparatory tasks for upcoming presidential and parties elections. Transparency and smooth processes are vital for democracy.
#SL_Elections2024
#Democracy
At its HQ,
#NEC
has today received the British Ambassador to Somaliland/Somalia to discuss on the upcoming elections in SL. Important to mention that UK has been a long-term contributor to Somaliland's Democratisation process.
#SomalilandElections2021
#NEC
has today received at its Office and met with a European Union Delegation, particularly the Head of Cooperation, Mr. Dorian Kivumbi and the ILED Coordinator, Mr. Vicente Selles. The parties agreed to strengthen their cooperation. EU has been a longstanding partner with SL.
NEC announced the number of days extended for the main Voter Registration Centers across Hargeisa Dist. & Sahil region- a move in which NEC usually provides a chance to the citizens who are not registered within the 4-days period for each district/region
Breaking News:
@SLNECHQ
in collaboration with the EU and NIMD, introduces the Biometric Voter Registration Audit System for the first time!
Today, NEC held a debriefing meeting with the Consultant who conducted thorough 2 week audit exercise.
#Transparency
#SL_Elections2024
Somaliland NEC held a conference today engaging all civil society organizations (CSOs) in discussions about the upcoming elections. Promoting transparency and inclusivity in the electoral process.
#SL_Elections2024
#CivicEngagement
@SLNECHQ
#KDQ
ayaa maanta soo saaray War-Murtiyeed ku wajahan arrimo ay ka mid yihiin: "Muddaynta Doorashooyinka isku-sidkan ee Goleyaasha Deegaanka & Wakiilada iyo sidoo kale Wadashaqaynta Qaadhaan-bixiyayaasha Beesha Caalamka".
Today,
@SLNECHQ
received a delegation led by Swedish Amb. Joachim Waern, alongside Mr. Johan Svensson.
NEC briefed the Ambassador on election preparations, stating that this week they will release the Final Voter List and Schedule for the combined elections.
#SL_elections2024
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#NEC
today met with the EU Ambassador, Mr. Nicolas Berlanga & his delegation. The two parties have discussed on the progress made. The European Union praised the developments towards the election due on 31st May 2021.
#SomalilandElects
#SomalilandElections2021
Somaliland NEC delegation visited Nairobi after an official invitation from
@IEBCKenya
.
We met with the top officials of IEBC led by CEO Marjan H. Marjan. This was a fruitful knowledge & experience sharing, and also discuss future collaboration b/w the two commission’s.
NEC has received a shipment of COVID-19 Kits from WHO funded by the European Union. With the help of WHO & the Ministry of Health, NEC put in place the necessary Covid-19 preventive measures for the voter registraion and elections.
@WHO
@NBerlangaEU
@Adnanhagoog
@SomalilandMoHD
The Somaliland NEC held a two-day meeting to review and finalise the Election Operation Plan for 2024. NEC Chairman, Commissioners, Director General, and department heads participated, ensuring thorough preparation and execution of the upcoming elections.
#SL_Elections2024
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NEC met with international community members today to strengthen democracy & electoral processes. They discussed the election timeline, roadmap, and funds. Updates were provided on ongoing work and preparations for the elections. Monthly meetings agreed.
#SL_Elections2024
NEC has today closed a fully-fledged training for 137 Data Entry officials who will work at some of the Voter Registration Centers across the country's districts and regions. The Chairman, Eng. Abdirashid together with Commisioner Mohamoud had said their remarks at the closing
KDQ (NEC) wuxuu xafiiskiisa ku qaabilay wafti ka socda Midawga Yurub iyo waddamada Sweden iyo UK.
Waftigaas oo uu hogaaminayay Safiirka Midawga Yurub
@NBerlangaEU
sidoo kale waxa ku wehelinayay Safiirka Sweden
@StaffanTill
iyo Madaxa Xafiiska UK ee Somaliland
@StuartBrownFCDO
#NEC
issued a Letter of Ordainment to the NGOs, both Local & International. NGOs are warned to involve in the political campaigns. As per Act. No. 91/2020, NGOs are all disallowed to engage, in whatsoever, with any campaign for a candidate.
"Congratulations! Today, the Somaliland House of Representatives voted to confirm Mr. Saed Osman (
@Saeedug
) as a new member of the Somaliland National Election Commission, with an impressive 55 votes in favor.
@SLNECHQ
Somaliland NEC met today with SONSAF Chairman and the Executive Director. NEC shared the progress in preparing for 2024 elections. SONSAF presented a detailed report on their decade-long collaboration with NEC and outlined their plans for the upcoming elections.
#SL_Elections2024
#NEC
has announced the Start Date of Voter Cards' Distribution for Sahil, Sanaag & Sool regions and has also elaborated on the details regarding the Distribution Process. The 2016-registered Voters who did not collect their Cards will also obtain their Cards from their VR Centers
Kulan muhiim ah oo ka dhacay xarunta Komishanka Doorashooyinka Qaranaka oo ay wada yeesheen Guddida KDQ iyo xisbiga Wadani kuna saleysnaa Cabashadii Ay soo gudbiyeen Xisbiga wadani oo la soo afjaray.
Warkaas oo faahfaahsan kala soco barta KDQ dhawaan.
#somaliland
KDQ ayaa maalin ka dib Xafladii Daahfurka Diiwaangelinta Codbixiyayaasha, waxay Kooxo Wacyigalineed oo si wayn loo sii agaasimay u kala diray Gobolka Awdal iyo Degmooyinka Gabiley, Baligubadle iyo Salaxlay.
Somaliland’s Supreme Court Chairman, Adan Haji Ali Ahmed, administers the oath of office to Saeed Mohamed Osman, a new member of the Somaliland Electoral Commission, witnessed by SL President H.E Muse Bihi Abdi. A significant step towards fair and transparent elections!
@SLNECHQ
NEC is now launching a Training on VR Update & Card Distribution for its REOs & DEOs from the regions of Awdal, MJ & Sahil while the REOs/DEOs from Togdheer, Sool & Sanaag will be next trained. The members of NEC are attending the Opening Session.
#Please
follow the Update of the Elections on the Website and the Social Media Outlets of the Commission.
We are appreciating
@CPA_Horn
for its support in making the NEC's website well-built.
#NEC
Chair for
#Sool
region has now announced the preliminary results for the total Votes casted by the Electorate in the region as well as the MPs elected from each Political Party.
#SomalilandVoted
#NEC
releases the preliminary results of 16 out of the 22 districts & that of Sool out of the 6 regions:
1.Zeyla'
2.Lughaya
3.Salahley
4.Buhodle
5.LasAnod
6.Hudun
7.Taleh
8.Gar'adag
9.Sheekh
10.El-Afweyn
11.Odweyne
12.Ainabo
13.Baligubadle
14.Baki &
15.Erigavo
16. Borama
We welcome the statement and support from the International Community regarding the decision on the election timelines announced by the
@SLNECHQ
.
NEC is also fully committed to the implementation of the election timelines, and we urge all relevant stakeholders to support.