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Report Series: This is the final report (No. 9) in "The Road to Villa Somalia" series analysing Somalia's 2016 electoral process. View all reports in the series on our
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Executive Summary
This final instalment in "The Road to Villa Somalia" series provides comprehensive analysis of Somalia's 2016 electoral process as the country approached its first presidential election since the establishment of the Federal Government in 2012. The report examines the political dynamics, key candidates, and challenges facing the democratic transition.
The report covers:
- Final assessment of the electoral process and institutional preparations
- Analysis of leading presidential candidates and their political platforms
- Federal Member State dynamics and their influence on the election
- Role of clan politics in candidate selection and voting patterns
- Security considerations for the electoral period
- International community engagement and oversight
- Outlook for post-election governance and stability
The series provided ongoing analysis throughout the electoral period, offering stakeholders timely insights into Somalia's evolving political landscape.
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