By Jama Ayaanle Feyte
HARGEISA – In a significant move to strengthen its organizational base and foster inclusive dialogue, the Chairman of the WADDANI Party, Hon. Hirsi Ali Haji Hassan, convened a high-level consultative meeting with prominent intellectuals, academics, and community opinion leaders from the Mahmoud Haybe and Mohamed Mooge districts. The engagement, hosted under the auspices of the Elite Forums, brought together some of the most respected minds in the region to deliberate on the party’s strategic roadmap.
The central theme of the discussion was the Party Membership and Subscription Program, an ambitious initiative through which WADDANI seeks to register an initial cohort of 10,000 dedicated members. Chairman Hirsi Ali elaborated on the program’s significance, framing it not merely as a numerical target but as a foundational pillar for building a robust, participatory political movement that reflects the will and aspirations of the Somali people. He emphasized that a strong, transparent membership framework is essential for ensuring accountability, grassroots representation, and sustainable political growth.
Beyond the membership drive, the Chairman provided a comprehensive briefing on the party’s ongoing internal restructuring efforts. He detailed the reforms currently underway, which are designed to streamline decision-making processes, enhance operational efficiency, and rejuvenate the party’s institutional culture. According to the Chairman, these reforms are progressing steadily and are expected to position WADDANI as a more agile and responsive political entity capable of addressing the complex challenges facing the nation.
What distinguished this gathering was its interactive nature. Rather than a one-way presentation, the forum served as a dynamic platform for genuine dialogue and intellectual exchange. Attendees were invited to share their candid assessments, forward-looking proposals, and constructive critiques regarding the party’s policies, outreach strategies, and governance approach. The Chairman listened attentively, acknowledging the depth and diversity of perspectives offered, and reaffirmed his commitment to incorporating these insights into the party’s future action plans.
The meeting also underscored WADDANI’s broader vision of bridging the gap between political leadership and the intellectual community—a demographic the party views as vital to shaping evidence-based policy and fostering a culture of accountability. By actively engaging academics, researchers, and community elders, the party aims to cultivate a politically informed citizenry and ensure that its platforms are grounded in both local realities and global best practices.
In his closing remarks, Chairman Hirsi Ali expressed profound appreciation for the enthusiastic participation and intellectual rigor displayed throughout the session. He described the encounter as deeply inspiring and reaffirmed that such consultative forums would continue as a regular feature of the party’s engagement strategy. He also extended his sincere gratitude to all the attendees for their time, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to the collective national interest.
This consultative forum marks yet another milestone in WADDANI Party’s journey toward institutional renewal and popular mobilization, reinforcing its commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and responsive leadership as it prepares for the political milestones ahead.
