"The Federal Government of Somalia is making strong efforts to promote sports nationwide and to highlight the talent and potential of Somali youth in athletics,” the President stated.
He further noted that the visit by such prominent international athletes reflects the growing confidence the global community has in Somalia’s progress—especially in terms of youth engagement, integration, and international sports cooperation.
The event was also attended by:
H.E. Mohamed Abdiqadir Ali, Minister of Youth and Sports of Somalia,
Mr. Ali Abdi Mohamed, President of the Somali Football Federation,
Mr. Augustino Maduot Parek, President of the South Sudan Football Association, and
Mr. Suleiman Hassan Waberi, President of the Djibouti Football Federation.
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