Mogadishu, Somalia – Hamza Abdi Barre, the Prime Minister of Somalia, has announced a reshuffle involving several Directors-General across key government ministries, in a move aimed at accelerating ongoing government operations.
The decision was made in accordance with Article 119 (D) of the Provisional Constitution of the Federal Republic of Somalia.
Key Appointments Announced
The following officials have been reassigned or newly appointed as Directors-General:
Yusuf Ali Mohamed – Director-General, Ministry of Defence
Mohamed Saney Dalmar – Director-General, Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs
Abdifatah Abdiqadir Farah – Director-General, Ministry of Planning, Investment and Economic Development
Guled Abdijalil Ali – Director-General, Ministry of Livestock, Forestry and Range
Yusuf Hassan Isaaq – Director-General, Ministry of Health and Social Care
Mohamed Hassan Shire – Director-General, Ministry of Internal Security
Purpose of the Reshuffle
According to the Prime Minister’s office, the reshuffle is intended to strengthen institutional performance and improve the efficiency of government service delivery.
Officials say the move will help accelerate priority programs under the current “Dan Qaran” government agenda, which focuses on governance reform, security, and economic development.
Political and Administrative Context
Leadership changes at the Director-General level are significant in Somalia’s governance structure, as these officials oversee the day-to-day operations of ministries, ensuring policy implementation and coordination across departments.
The reshuffle comes at a time when the federal government is working to enhance public sector performance, strengthen security institutions, and improve social services.
What This Means
This move signals a continued effort by the Somali government to:
Improve efficiency in key ministries
Strengthen accountability
Align leadership with national priorities
Observers will be watching closely to see how these changes impact service delivery and reform efforts in the coming months.
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