Justice and Solidarity Party (JSP) Officially Launched in Mogadishu

MOGADISHU – The Justice and Solidarity Political Party (JSP), a new political alliance bringing together key figures from Somalia’s federal government and regional administrations, was officially launched Tuesday night in the capital.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has been named Chairman of the party and selected as its presidential candidate for the upcoming 2026 elections. The JSP includes senior political leaders from SouthWest, Galmudug, and HirShabelle, signaling a significant realignment ahead of the electoral process.

The party’s formation marks a major step in Somalia’s evolving political landscape, with supporters hailing it as a move toward greater unity and structured leadership.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was elected as the party’s Chairman and named its presidential candidate for the upcoming 2026 elections.

The JSP’s leadership structure features four deputy leaders, representing a broad political alliance:

• Abdiaziz Hassan Laftagareen, President of Southwest State
• Sadia Yasin Samatar, Deputy Speaker of Parliament
• Hamza Abdi Barre, Prime Minister
• Salah Jama, Deputy Prime Minister

The creation of the JSP marks a significant political development, reshaping Somalia’s electoral landscape as the country moves toward a crucial election cycle. Supporters have hailed the formation as a step toward stability and democratic consolidation.