An invitation reveals details of a secret event planned in Hargeisa under the title “Understanding Representation, Constitutional Review, and Elections in Somalia,” sparking public outrage and calls for urgent government action.
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According to sources, the program is designed to quietly advance Somalia’s political narrative within Somaliland, DISGUISED as a neutral academic or civic discussion. The leaked invitation includes session details, refreshments, and even a remote option for attendees outside Hargeisa — details that appear to give it a formal academic tone, masking its underlying political intent.
Observers believe this initiative is part of a broader attempt by Mogadishu to influence Somaliland’s internal affairs and undermine its sovereignty through soft-power campaigns and civil society fronts. Several local commentators and political figures have voiced alarm, describing the event as a “direct interference” and a “national security threat.”
“This is not a simple workshop — it’s a deliberate provocation against the independence and dignity of Somaliland,” one concerned analyst told local media.
Citizens and civil society groups have now called for immediate action by Somaliland’s authorities to halt the event and investigate those involved, warning that such activities could open the door for foreign influence operations within the country.
Security experts are urging rapid intervention to prevent the gathering and protect Somaliland’s sovereignty.
