What type of government does Somalia have right now?

Somalia is a federal parliamentary republic led by President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed “Farmaajo,” whom the bicameral parliament elected in 2017. Farmaajo is the country’s second president since the Federal Government of Somalia was founded in 2012.

Who is in control of Somalia?

Al-Shabab has been fighting that government for more than a decade. The group controls much of southern and central Somalia but has been able to extend its influence into areas controlled by the government based in Mogadishu.

Does Somalia have a centralized government?

The Federal Government of Somalia is internationally recognized as Somalia’s official central government. It occupies the country’s seat in the United Nations, the African Union, and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

Does Somalia have a president?

Since the establishment of the office of president in 1960, there have been 9 official presidents. The president is the head of state of Somalia and the commander-in-chief of the Somali Armed Forces. Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed “Farmaajo”, was elected in 2017.

When did Somalia last have a government?

The Republic of Somalia was formed in 1960 by the federation of a former Italian colony and a British protectorate. Mohamed Siad Barre (Maxamed Siyaad Barre) held dictatorial rule over the country from October 1969 until January 1991, when he was overthrown in a bloody civil war waged by clan-based guerrillas.

Does Somalia have a democratic government?

The politics of Somalia takes place in a framework of federal parliamentary representative democratic republic. According to the Constitution of Somalia, the President of Somalia is head of state, and Prime Minister as head of government who is appointed by the President with the parliament’s approval.

Who is the dictator of Somalia?

Siad Barre