Mogadishu (SONNA) – Residents of Banadir region warmly welcomed the opportunity to collect their voter cards for the first time, ahead of the upcoming local council elections in the capital.
The government reporters visiting the registration centers spoke with citizens about their experience. Osman Goodax Barre, 55, said, “I am a Somali citizen, and this morning I came to collect my voter card to make my voice heard.” Safiya Shire Dahir added, “I came to get my card so I could exercise my right to vote.”
Saalax Mohamed, Chair of the Shibis District Disability Association, expressed his joy, saying, “We, as people with special needs, are happy to finally cast our votes.” Elder Maxamuud Xaaji Goobe also commented, “At my age, I came out this morning to get my voter card.”
Safiya Mohamed Ali, Chairwoman of Shibis District Women’s Affairs, called on women to collect their cards and use their votes, saying, “The era of denying women their quota is over—sisters, let your vote be your voice.”
Overall, the voter card distribution began in a calm and orderly manner, with Somali citizens actively participating to ensure they can elect their political representatives.
