#UPDATE: Trump Nominates Devin Kennington as US Ambassador to Somalia
US President Donald Trump has nominated Devin Kennington to serve as the next United States ambassador to Somalia, a move that would restore a Senate-confirmed ambassador in Mogadishu for the first time since December 2025.
Kennington’s nomination is subject to approval by the US Senate before he can formally take up the post.
If confirmed, he would succeed Richard H. Riley, who left the position in December 2025 after the Trump administration recalled him to Washington. Since then, the US Embassy in Somalia has operated without a fully appointed ambassador.
Kennington was among a group of ambassadorial nominees announced by President Trump on Monday night.
The appointment comes as Washington continues to engage with Somalia on security cooperation, counterterrorism efforts, humanitarian assistance and political developments. The United States remains a major international partner of Somalia, particularly in operations against the al-Shabaab militant group and efforts to strengthen government institutions.
@umutcagrisariii Hey Man, why are you alwys involved the internal Politics of Somalia. As a turkish citizen, you must watch out from what is going inside Somalia. We know what are Agendas turkey want from these regions.
@mari_ah@gidonsaar Stupid and very naive. Believe it or not You wont get any recognition. Join the jewsh, you have no place on this land, Greater Somalia.
@DavidGreenhh Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity are fundamental and non-negotiable. The Somali people share a common history, culture, and destiny. We remain committed to preserving this unity through dialogue, cooperation, and lawful means, and the future of our nation.
@AliJibrilMedia It is part of Somalia. Back to the history, Somalia used to Support UAE when it was a desert, and now UAE is working to fall apart Somalia. Your political interference increaeses unity & strong Somalia.
@sultanwho It is part of Somalia. Back to the history, Somalia used to Support UAE when it was a desert, and now UAE is working to fall apart Somalia. Your political interference increaeses unity & strong Somalia.
@umutcagrisariii This partnship goes well if Turkey also does not do any illegal Fishing, looting the natural Marine Resources. Somalia should watch out from such agreements with China and Turkey.
@Asturran@HarunMaruf Never Judge a person Without Clearly Understanding the Whole History..and don't belief What ever sentences is issued by this guys.
@HarunMaruf Maxkamadu wxay go'aanka gaartay iyada oo aan la hayn Cadeymo muujinaya:
1. Ka mid ahaanshiyaha ururka As
2. In qof As ka mid ah ay lacag u dirtay, ama uu usoo diray.
3. Iyo Inaan lahayn qof Shacab ah oo sheeganaya inay lacag ka qaaday iyadu.
Mxa lacag u hystaa aya loo hystaa!!
Afaaf-Teggé:-
AKADEMIYEDÉ UMMUTÉ, DHAGÉNKÉ
MAAYKÉ I ILMÉGE.
(National Academy Of Maay Culture And Sciences)
Waa talaabo bogaadin mudan in la horumariyo dhaqanka, Suugaanta iyo taariikhda umadda Soomaaliyeed lana ilaaliyo Afafka Soomaaliga.
@Checkmatedsl Don't upset, you are also paying Millions to AS group, deteriorating situations in Southern Somalia as well as western Lobby. Pay as much as you can, you'll ever remain part of Somalia.
@CohenOnAfrica Somaliland’s independence is not realistic in terms of ethnicity, religion sect and language.”
“However, main problem with Somalia-Somaliland issue is Mogadishu…blaming Somaliland doesn’t help, let’s make Mogadishu works.”
—diplomat and former Turkish ambassador to Somalia
Somaliland’s independence is not realistic in terms of ethnicity, religion sect and language.
However, the main problem with Somalia/Somaliland issue is Mogadishu…blaming Somaliland doesn’t help, let’s make Mogadishu works.”
Dr. C. Kani Torum, a former Turksh Ambassador to Som
Somaliland’s independence is not realistic in terms of ethnicity, religion sect and language. There is no difference between Somaliland and other parts of Somalia on above criteria. There is only one difference which is clan and federalism would perfectly suit. If every clan gets an independent state, Africa would have more than 500 states.
However, main problem with Somalia-Somaliland issue is Mogadishu. If Mogadishu solve political and security problems for other parts of Somalia, Somaliland would not have strong case for independence. So blaming Somaliland doesn’t help, let’s make Mogadishu works.
@torunkani Perfectly analysed, thank you Ambassador for Supporting Unity of Somalia, and Turkey will always remain with side of Somali people at a difficulty time.
@RepKeefe Somaliland is part of Somalia, and America can't tear Somalia a part. Respect our sovereignty & territorial integrty. There is no equity in the northern regions of Somalia- only one clan is dominant overthere whic cant be a nation seprate from Somlia.
@e_durneika Northern part of Somalia, known us Somaliland, is an integral part of Somalia. No evil can Somalia tear a part.
Our sovereignty, territorial integrity are not open for discussion at all.
@HARUNlaashaji1@FaqiAlis Dadka aragtidaas qabo waa kuwa u baahan in laga ilaaliyo Gobolka lagana sifeeyo. Asalkooda waa la garanayaa iny yihiin kuwii isbaarada u tiilay Gobolka. https://t.co/0Lotu9zLl0 is part of KGS, period.