Somalia: Former Somali Prime Minister Accuses Government of Worsening Economic and Social Conditions

Former Somali prime minister Hassan Ali Khaire has accused the current government of worsening economic and social conditions, citing a decline in economic growth, household purchasing power, and business profitability since President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud took office. He claims unemployment, inflation, poverty, and internally displaced people have increased substantially. Khaire, who served as prime minister from 2017 to 2020, alleges the government has exploited national resources and illegally appropriated public land. His remarks challenge Hassan Sheikh’s administration, which has promoted economic reforms and debt relief, though it continues to face security and humanitarian challenges. Somalia has made progress in debt relief but still struggles with poverty, unemployment, and displacement, relying on international aid. Khaire did not specify policy measures but criticized mismanagement of public assets. The government has not responded to his accusations.