Somalia's presidential election is due by 2026, and the exact day has not been announced in the sources we follow. This page sets out what the vote decides, who runs it, how the last one went and who holds office today.
What is being decided
- The head of state. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has been head of state since 23 May 2022.
Note from the source: The president was elected indirectly by parliament in May 2022 for a four year term that has been extended; a move to direct elections has been announced but no official date was set at retrieval.
Who runs the election
The vote is run by National Independent Electoral Commission (NIEC).
The last result
We hold no result for an earlier national election in Somalia.
Who holds office now
| Office | Holder | In office since | How chosen | Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head of state | Hassan Sheikh Mohamud | 23 May 2022 | - | - |
| Head of government | Hamza Abdi Barre | 25 Jun 2022 | - | - |
See the full Somalia government directory and the Africa election calendar.
Other national elections coming up
| Country | Election | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cabo Verde | Presidential election | 15 Nov 2026 |
| Gambia | Presidential election | 5 Dec 2026 |
| South Sudan | General election | 22 Dec 2026 |
| Nigeria | General election | 16 Jan 2027 |
| Gambia | Parliamentary election | 10 Apr 2027 |
| Kenya | General election | 10 Aug 2027 |
Polling and research around the vote
PollsAfrica designs and runs opinion polls and household surveys across Africa, with the sample, dates, mode and weighting published for every release. If you need research in Somalia before or after this vote, see our research services or contact us.
Source: National Independent Electoral Commission (NIEC), 2026; CIA World Factbook, 2026; Office of the President of Somalia (Villa Somalia), 2026; Office of the Prime Minister of Somalia, 2026. Method: how we compile this.