Mustaf ataf

Director General Ministry of Interior & Local Gvts. Ex DG, Ministry of constitutional affairs of Southwest state of Somalia.

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

As Director G, @moi_swss I was honored to participate in the high-level workshop on Transformative Leadership through Systems Thinking held in Nairobi. Grateful for the opportunity to exchange ideas on leadership for impact and sustainable change. 🇸🇴

#Leadership #SystemsThinking

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

As @DG_mustaf from the @moi_swss 🌍 Proud to be part and lead 2 major milestones in SWS this year:

1️⃣ Reconciliation in Hudur w/ H.E. President Laftagareen & Speaker Adan Madobe — district council disputes resolved ✅

2️⃣ Launched SWS Peace Week — now an annual peace platform.

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

Excited to attend the appraisal & techno-centric discussion in #Nairobi on Bulsho program focused on local government and resilience! Looking forward to reaching reach hard areas, devolution , and strengthening our communities. #LocalGovernment #Resilience #CapacityBuilding"

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

Excited to apply for the Global Peace Summit Sydney 2025, an event dedicated to nurturing the youth's leadership potential, promoting cultural diversity, and enabling collective discussions on modern world issues. Click on this link: #http://@globalpeacechain.org/gps

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

Interesting and worth reading article about peace localization made by our respected Sister Fatima.

[UNDP Somalia @UNDPSomalia]

"The Women’s Peace Network is an exceptional one. They played a key role during the 2022 peace negotiations prior to the reconciliation in Baidoa:" Dini Xaaji Abdi, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change in Southwest State, saw how the grassroots women's movement is contributing to peace advocacy in Somalia.

Read more: https://t.co/DvEFKjmsOB

[UNDP Somalia @UNDPSomalia]

"The Women’s Peace Network is an exceptional one. They played a key role during the 2022 peace negotiations prior to the reconciliation in Baidoa:" Dini Xaaji Abdi, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change in Southwest State, saw how the grassroots women's movement is contributing to peace advocacy in Somalia.

Read more: https://t.co/DvEFKjmsOB

[Ministry of Interior, LG and Reconciliation SWS @MOILGR_SWS]

15 Years of Change,
How Dg Mustafa’s story exemplifies the long-term impact of investing in Somalia’s local governance.

In 2016, Mustafa Abdullahi Hassan, then a recent graduate, made the deliberate choice to remain in Somalia and contribute to its reconstruction, despite the ongoing conflict. Selected for an internship with the UN Joint Programme on Local Governance (JPLG), Mustafa gained invaluable experience that set the foundation for his career in public service. By 2019, he had advanced to the position of Director General of the Ministry of Interior, Local Governments, and Reconciliation in Somalia’s South West State. Among his notable achievements, Mustafa successfully advocated for 50% female representation in the Diinsoor district council, a pioneering accomplishment in post-conflict Somalia. His professional trajectory illustrates the enduring impact of JPLG's efforts in strengthening governance and empowering the next generation of Somali leaders.
Read for more information the link below ⬇️
https://t.co/TL71af5dZh

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

Here you go with my contribution journey on Somali local governance.

[UNDP Somalia @UNDPSomalia]

15 Years of Change

How @DG_mustaf's story exemplifies the long-term impact of investing in Somalia’s local governance

“It was 2016 – four years after Somalia had adopted the new provisional constitution. Peace was still illusive,” recalls 33-year-old Mustafa, reflecting on his early days as a fresh graduate in his mid-twenties searching for opportunities in war-torn Somalia.

Read more: 👉 https://t.co/Kl8X4qmywP...

[Ministry of Interior, LG and Reconciliation SWS @MOILGR_SWS]

"Ilhan Mohammed, honored to have contributed to the development of Somalia's Conflict and Peace Navigator with @UNDP and Ministry of Interior. Grateful to DG Mustafa and Southwest Hospitality for their support. #moifar #PeaceBuilding"

[Ministry of Interior, LG and Reconciliation SWS @MOILGR_SWS]

Building peace in Baidoa! 🌍 Day 2 of our @UNDP-supported workshop focused on developing a Conflict & Peace Navigation Manual. Together, we're mapping conflicts and working towards a peaceful future. #PeaceBuilding #Moifar #Conflictresolution

[Mayor Abdullahi Ali Watiin @Abdullahiwatiin]

Please click here to see my recent interview with the @GFDRR on Baidoa city disaster risk management initiatives supported by the World Bank.

[United Nations System Staff College @UNSSC]

🌟 Honored to welcome Mustafa Abdullahi from South-West State of Somalia to #UNSSC Turin! We're collaborating with @UNDPSomalia on the Peer Learning Programme & Somalia Conflict Navigator. Exciting discussions on state-building & peacebuilding! 🕊️

#Peacebuilding #UNSSC

[Heritage Institute @HIPSINSTITUTE]

Yesterday, members of @HIPSINSTITUTE, led by Executive Director @SaneyMursal, were honored to attend the grand launch of @iradinstitute, an independent, non-profit think tank based in Baidoa. The ceremony, inaugurated by H.E. President @Laftagreen of the South West state of Somalia, was graced by the presence of senior FGS & SW state government officials, distinguished members of academia, civil society, and other notable figures.

In his speech, our director commended @iradinstitute's leadership for pioneering the establishment of the first think tank in the South West state. He emphasized the critical role that such overdue think tanks play in educating the public on peacebuilding and statebuilding efforts.

@Aynte @AnalystSomalia @afyare_elmi @AbdullahiNOsman @SomaliaPdrc @JV_Institute @grdsomalia

[Dr. Ali Faqi @FaqiAlis]

Chaos at the AAO Airport as Local Flights remain Stranded.

Early in the morning, while en route to Baidoa, I came to surprising realization - all local flights have been brought to a standstill. The reason behind this unexpected disruption is the Ministry of Aviation's decision to impose an additional fee of 9 dollars on each passenger.

Both the airline owners and the passengers vehemently refused to comply with this unjust charge. It's truly absurd!

For passengers who are already financially strained, a sum of nine dollars is an exorbitant amount to bear, especially when they are simply trying to return to their respective hometowns.

This situation cannot be allowed to persist, as it has left passengers stranded at the mercy of the airport's confines. The justification for implementing this fee remains shrouded in uncertainty. My 8:00 am flight remains in limbo, and rumors circulate that no local flights will depart from Mogadishu today.

Aviation authorities must intervene soon to end this standstill.

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

Good initiative coming from Baidoa-Southwest state . Congrats and looking forward producing policy papers after every event. @NimoJirdeh @MoIFARSomalia @moi_swss @nasirarush

[IRADInstitute @iradinstitute]

We're thrilled to announce the grand launch of IRAD Institute! Stay tuned for groundbreaking events and innovative insights.#IRADLaunch #InaugralDialogue
@HIPSINSTITUTE @FaqiAlis @EU_in_Somalia @US2SOMALIA @NimoA_Hassan @NimoJirdeh @Dahirhasan

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

I congratulate to the newly elected Mayor and his deputy for Warsheikh district.

[FCA Somalia @FCASomalia]

Warsheikh district reformation completed! New mayor & deputy mayor elected for 4-year term. Mr. Mohamed Hassan Matan as mayor & Mr. Hirabe Mohamed as deputy mayor. Notable, 29% women reps with 6 out of 21 elected council members. Successful inclusive DCF process.@Ulkoministerio.

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

Congratulations in order. @SaneyMursal I wish you the best of all.

[Afyare A. Elmi @afyare_elmi]

Many congratulations to my colleague @SaneyMursal for his appointment as the executive director of the institute. I wish him all the best.

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

It is with my great pleasure as @DG of @moi_swss to lead the technical team for governors & DCs forum on yearly basis.The event officially opened by HE @Laftagareen & encouraged the efforts done,addressed the challenges & the way forward.@MoIFARSomalia.

[Mustaf ataf @DG_mustaf]

@moi team has successfully conducted the 2nd round of the on-going council election for Hudur district of Bakol region. So far, 18 seats has been elected out of 27 of which 2 female candidates were fairly elected.Kudos 2 @UNDP_JPLG @UNDPSomalia @Laftagareen @MoIFARSomalia