Somalia's Supreme Court delivered a pointed verdict on Thursday, declaring the one-year extension of the president's term unlawful. The ruling comes after the extension triggered violent clashes between government forces and the opposition, putting the country on edge.
The court's decision marks a significant moment for Somalia's fragile political landscape. By striking down the extension, the judiciary has drawn a clear line on executive overreach, signaling that legal checks remain active even in one of the continent's most contested political environments.
What happens next between the presidency and its opponents is the question everyone in Mogadishu is watching closely.
Originally published by AllAfrica.