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PUNSAA together with PYAN, in short- organized a one-day Stakeholders dialogue forum

Puntland Non-State Actors Association-PUNSAA together with Puntland Youth Association- PYAN, in short- organized a one-day Stakeholders dialogue forum between local government and civil society organizations. The consultation meeting was held in Garowe. The meeting was attended by members and representatives from civil society organizations including youth organizations, women’s groups, disability groups and representatives from Garowe local authorities.The objectives of the one-day meeting were ,1) To build a relationship between CSOs and local government in order to engage on district development plans, including budgeting and planning around priority areas, 2) To discuss the best way to build positive collaboration between the CSO and the local government on service provision and development needs to strengthen citizen engagement., 3) To Identify areas of cooperation b/w CSO and local government. During the opening remarks PUNSAA chairman Abdirahman Abdirisak thanked PYAN and Garowe local authorities for organizing such an important meeting, he described the role of civil society organizations as a bridge between citizens and local authorities. The stronger the cooperation between civil society and local government, the better the results.The role of CSOs complements the different huge activities that the local government doing/involved.There are many activities that the civil society works with the local government such as community mobilization, community neighborhoods, security, health, citizens’ rights, innovation in service, and advocating with and for the poor people.‘’CSOs represent the voice of the community, sharing/submitting local government with the community concerns or complaints such as people with disabilities, IDPs, and so on’’. In addition to that, the meeting participants also suggested valuable recommendations for future relationships between local authorities and civil society organizations and they have suggested the need for improving accountability and efficiency in local government in order to monitor service delivery quality, emphasizing the significance of improved communication, knowledge sharing, information exchange, Actively participate in the policy formulation (district development plans), planning, and budgeting processes so that their needs and priorities are identified and catered/includedFinally, one of the main achievements agreed during the meeting was the initiating for a memorandum of understanding (MoU) which fully explained the best way of cooperation between CSO and local government.

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UN Special Representative of Somalia meets with Puntland None State Actors

The UN Special Representative of Somalia Catriona Laing, and her delegation held discussions with the Puntland Non-State Actors Association (PUNSAA) focused on the Puntland Elections and addressing political conflicts. Emphasizing the imperative of a peaceful election. The parties engaged in discussions regarding the Puntland Elections and resolving political conflicts through peaceful dialogue. PUNSAA emphasized the importance of a consensus electoral process and cautioned against actions that could lead to conflict. Finally, PUNSAA highlighted concerns about the Sool region, citing emerging tribal conflicts that could escalate if not addressed promptly.

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Warsaxaafadeed ku Aadan Dhacdadii Barxada Garowe – Faafin Deg deg ah

Waxaa foolxumo iyo masuuliyad darro weyn ah in muwaadiniinta reer Puuntland u dhintaan si micno darro ah iyadoo laga baaqsan karo falalka liddiga ku ah amniga iyo badqabka muwaadiniinta. Falkii maanta ka dhacay caasumada Puntland ee Garowe wuxuu ahaa mid aan marnaba la aqbali karin, waxayna Dallada Bulshada Rayidka ka digaysaa ku xad gudubka xuquuqda iyo sharafta dadweynaha, iyadoo waajib ay tahay in lala xisaabtamo falalka gurracan cidda masuuliyadeeda leh. Waxaan ku baaqaynaa in la joojiyo wax kasta oo xaalad amni darro abuuri karta taasoo ay ugu weyntahay isticmaalka awoodda, hadalada xanafta leh iyo si xun u adeegsiga barasha bulshada. Ugu dambayn, PUNSAA waxay ka tacsiyeynaysaa muwaadinadii ku geeriyootay dhacdada maanta iyadoo Caafimaad degdeg ah u rajaynaysa intii ku dhaawacantay. Mahadsanadiin Dallada Ururada Bulshada Rayidka Puntland (PUNSAA)

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PUNSAA Press Statement On Puntland Elections

During the two meetings held on October 2 and 5 with PEC, the Commission expressed their intent to cooperate and provide counsel on navigating the transitional phase and effectively implementing a consensus-based election. It is essential to clarify that the PEC committee is solely responsible for the scheduling of the election process and determining its timing. However, this wa not within the scope of discussions between Civil Society Organizations and the Puntland Electoral Commission. We recommend that disagreements in opinions regarding the election procedures to be addressed through constructive dialogue, striving to reach a mutually acceptable solution that aligns with the people’s will. PUNSAA stands prepared to facilitate and play a pivotal role in any endeavors aimed at resolving political conflicts pertaining to elections

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Soo dhowaynta Aqoonsiga Maamulka SSC-khaatumo

Dalladda Bulshada Rayidka ah ee Puntland waxay soo dhoweynaysaa War-murtiyeedkii kasoo baxay Dawladda Federaalka ee Maamulka SSC-khatumo. PUNSAA waxay uga Mahadcelinaysaa Dawladda Federaalka Soomaaliya inay mar labaad taageertay go’aammadii Isimada Dhaqanka SSC-khatumo ee 6-dii feb, 2023. PUNSAA waxay xoojinaysa dedaallada Dawladda Federaalku ku doonayso in Labada Maamul ee Somaliland & SSC-Khatumo ku wada noolaadaan Xasillooni, Daris wanaag & Nabad waarta. Ugu dambeyn PUNSAA Waxay adkaynaysaa baaqa Dawladda Federaalka Soomaaliya ee ah in Hay’adaha Dawladda, Bulshada Soomaaliyeed & Beesha Caalamku in gargaar bini’aadannimo oo deg-deg ah lala gaaro deegaannadaas iyadoo loo marinayo si toos ah Maamulka SSC-Khaatumo.

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Bosaso Mayor Election Statement – Press Release

October 4th, 2023- PUNSAA commends the establishment of the local councils after the local government elections recently held in 30 districts where the people of Puntland elected their local representatives in a democratic election. As stipulated by article 44 of the Puntland Law on Regional Administration, the local councils should be seated after 30 days when the election results are ratified by the Higher Court of Puntland. The people of Puntland participated in the popular elections to affirm their commitment toward multiparty democracy enshrined in the founding charter of Puntland 25 years ago, and to elect their representatives. The local government elections began on October 25, 2021, the process went through different stages and faced several challenges, finally the local government elections were held in the majority of the districts on 25 May 2023, however there are still some districts in which voter registration was held where elections are not held. The democratization process of Puntland aims at maintaining social equality, inclusive participation, promoting good governance, fighting corruption and maintaining unity. In order to ensure this, the general principles, the constitution, laws and the rules of the state should be upheld by all stakeholders including government, political parties, political stakeholders and the various sections of the society. The civil society of Puntland wishes to emphasize that during the establishment of local councils and election of district mayors, that transparency is maintained, and the laws and guidelines be adhered to, and the institutions with the mandate be given priority in implementation. The civil society urges that all stakeholders avoid anything that can cause conflict and instability in the people of Puntland. PUNSAA is concerned about the process of seating the local council of Bosaso district on 3 October 2023, we urge that the disagreement be resolved through dialogue, negotiation and compromise and to avoid any actions that may cause insecurity, and which can hinder the will of the people in getting a representative local council.  Finally, PUNSAA regrets the renewed conflict in Mudug region between the two brotherly communities, and calls on the Puntland and Galmudug states, the elders, and different sectors of society to participate in resolving the hostilities between the two communities in Mudug region.

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