By The Africa Plus+ | May 2025
New intelligence reports from East African security sources suggest that Somalia might soon be pushed back into a transitional government system. This comes as powerful countries and international organizations look to bring back an old deal called the Kampala Accord.
The Kampala Accord was signed in 2011 by Somali leaders in Kampala, Uganda. It limited the president’s powers and gave decision-making authority to the United Nations, countries with troops in Somalia, and major financial donors. In short, Somalia’s president could not make big decisions alone.
According to the new reports, some global powers are unhappy with how President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is running the country. They believe things are not moving in the right direction and want to step in again, just like they did during Somalia’s transitional years.
But there’s more. These reports also suggest that behind the scenes, talks are happening that could lead to Somaliland being officially recognized as a separate country. If that happens, Somaliland could even represent Somali people from the Horn of Africa at the United Nations — a major shift that would shake the region’s politics.
Furthermore, some international leaders see the return of the Kampala Accord as a step in the right direction, members of the UN Security Council have expressed concerns. They question whether the agreement can truly end Somalia’s deep-rooted political divisions. Many believe there’s still a long way to go before such a plan can succeed, warning that careful planning and cooperation will be needed to make it work.
So far, no official response has been given by the Somali government or the United Nations. But insiders believe the next few months will be crucial for Somalia’s future — and for the question of Somaliland’s long-awaited recognition.
Reported by The Africa Plus+
