The road to Puntland's next election: What must be built before 2029
On 10 August 2026, President Said Abdullahi Deni stood before elders, youth and local officials in Galkacyo and said he would not seek a third term. He pointed to Article 79 of the Puntland Constitution, which limits the presidency to two five-year terms, and called on his own Kaah Party, along with every other party willing to compete, to prepare candidates for a free election in 2029.
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On 10 August 2026, President Said Abdullahi Deni stood before elders, youth and local officials in Galkacyo and said he would not seek a third term. He pointed to Article 79 of the Puntland Constitution, which limits the presidency to two five-year terms, and called on his own Kaah Party, along with every other party willing to compete, to prepare candidates for a free election in 2029.
