PM Hamza Inspects Newly Renovated Ministry of Communications

Mogadishu, (SONNA) — The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, has inspected the newly renovated and modernized headquarters of the Ministry of Communications and Technology in Mogadishu, where additional facilities have been introduced to support the development of communications and postal services.

During the visit, the Prime Minister toured various departments and received a briefing on the Ministry’s achievements, guiding policies and ongoing efforts to establish a modern digital system to improve the country’s communications services.

The briefing highlighted key initiatives, including efforts to restore Somalia’s relations with the Universal Postal Union (UPU) and the East Africa Digital Connectivity Project, which aims to strengthen regional digital market integration and expand access to broadband internet services.

Prime Minister Hamza said the transition to digital systems represents an important transformation for the country, stressing the need for the Ministry to strengthen its technical capacity and develop a skilled workforce capable of responding to emerging technological needs and challenges.

He also emphasized the importance of harmonizing Somalia’s communications systems and establishing an integrated framework for managing internet and telecommunications services to reduce digital security risks and ensure safe and reliable services.

The Prime Minister further highlighted the need for a government-managed or centrally guided internet service system to strengthen national security and protect the country’s data and critical infrastructure.

He commended the Ministry’s work and the improved condition of its headquarters, noting that a well-maintained working environment can motivate employees and enhance efficiency and productivity.