As 2025 draws to a close, the Somali Region under the leadership of President Mustafa Omer has recorded remarkable progress across key development sectors. Significant gains have been made in basic service delivery, economic investment, urban transformation, food security, and governance reform—marking one of the region’s most impactful years of advancement.

Urban Development
The regional capital, Jigjiga, has undergone rapid modernization through major road expansions, corridor development, and extensive greening initiatives. New asphalt road networks in Gode, Kebri Dahar, and Degahbur, alongside the expansion of municipalities, have improved mobility and urban services. Notably, the near-completion of the Gode Stadium stands as a symbol of the region’s growing urban infrastructure.

Water Supply
Access to clean and reliable water continues to improve with the completion of major water projects in Jigjiga, Degahbur, and Wajale. Additional schemes launched in Guradamole, Sagag, and Duhun further underline the administration’s commitment to addressing water scarcity. Deep-well initiatives supported by UNDP have also strengthened water supply systems across vulnerable areas.

Governance & Security
To enhance local service delivery and administrative efficiency, the government has established 14 new woredas, 24 city administrations, and 4 new zones. Strengthened supervision missions and capacity-building programs across regional institutions have improved governance quality and contributed to a more secure environment.

Economic Investment
The region secured major strategic investments in 2025, including the launch of an oil refinery project and a multi-billion birr fertilizer plant in partnership with Dangote Group and Ethiopian Investment Holdings. These initiatives are expected to stimulate industrial growth, create jobs, and strengthen the regional economy.

Food Security
Significant strides have been made toward food self-sufficiency through irrigation expansion, improved agricultural inputs, and key programs such as Dhaqo oo Dhefso and Dalag & Daryeel. These interventions are enabling communities to transition from aid dependency to sustainable agricultural production.

Way Forward
Sustaining this momentum will require continued investment in institutional capacity, strengthened governance systems, and deeper engagement of communities and the private sector. Continued focus on inclusive and accountable development will be essential to ensure lasting impact for all residents of the Somali Region.