Somali government reviews two-year performance at Mogadishu retreat 

Somali Council of Ministers held a performance retreat in Mogadishu on Saturday, where they reviewed the government's achievements over the past two years as the cabinet faces increasing criticism from opposition groups.

During the retreat, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre and President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud outlined the government's progress in six key areas: liberation and security, justice and judiciary, national unity, economic self-sufficiency, social development, and international relations.

President Mohamud praised the government's efforts, highlighting significant achievements in liberating areas previously controlled by terrorists, increasing economic growth, encouraging investment, and reforming the government . 

"What the cabinet has accomplished in the past two years is undeniable. We have witnessed the successes achieved through cooperation and unity," Mohamud said.

He added that the country is undergoing developmental changes that will soon be evident, attributing this progress to the government's ongoing efforts and inter-agency cooperation. 

"The next two years will be different from the last. We will bring more significant projects, and we promise that," he stated.

During the event, President Mohamud listened to reports from various Cabinet Ministers, who detailed the progress made during their tenure and outlined plans for the future.

Prime Minister Barre emphasized that the achievements of the past two years would not have been possible without the support of the two houses of Parliament.

However, the retreat also comes amid criticism from former government leaders, prominent politicians, and regional state leaders. They have expressed concerns over the government's handling of security, political issues, and the management of upcoming elections.