By Goth Mohamed Goth
HARGEISA, Somaliland – September 3, 2025 – In a significant move to bolster economic development and attract investment, the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Somaliland has unanimously approved a groundbreaking Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Framework Law.
The approval was the highlight of the cabinet’s 33rd regular session, presided over by H.E. President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) at the Presidency Palace.
Unanimous Decision for Economic Growth
The framework, debated extensively in previous sessions, was presented in detail by the Attorney General, Mr. Ali Bashe Mohamed, and the Minister of Investment and Industrial Development, Mr. Saeed Mohamed Buraale.
Minister Buraale outlined the transformative potential of the PPP law, emphasizing its benefits for the nation:
· Development of critical economic infrastructure.
· Significant improvement and enhancement of public services.
· A major boost to both domestic and foreign investment.
· Increased job creation and growth of the national economy.
· Strengthened confidence among investors and the business community.
Following the presentation, President Cirro called for a vote. The law was passed without objection by all 37 ministers in attendance, marking it as the fifth major piece of legislation approved by the current cabinet.
Reports on Security, Economy, and Drought
Prior to the historic vote, the cabinet received crucial updates on national affairs:
· Security: The Minister of Interior, Mr. Abdalle Mohamed Arab, reported a generally stable security situation across all six regions. He raised serious concerns over traffic accidents, now the leading cause of death and injury in the country, and proposed the development of a national strategy to address the crisis.
· Economy: The Minister of Finance, Mr. Ismail Mawlid Abdullahi, reported that domestic revenue for the past eight months has exceeded ministry projections. However, he warned that global economic challenges are negatively impacting Somaliland’s financial system and project implementation. He advocated for the efficient use of foreign aid, enhanced credit access for small businesses, and careful management of currency and inflation.
· Drought Response: Minister of National Planning and Development, Ms. Kaltuun Sh. Hassan Abdi, provided an update on relief efforts. While noting that recent rains had benefited many eastern areas, she confirmed that water shortages persist. Aid distribution, water trucking, well rehabilitation, and the drilling of new boreholes in Sanaag Bari are ongoing to mitigate the crisis.
The approval of the PPP law signals a proactive step by the Somaliland government to stimulate economic growth and build resilience against global financial pressures and domestic challenges.
