Mogadishu – Somalia’s Minister of Ports and Maritime Transport, Ahmed Mohamed Nur, has laid out an ambitious roadmap to transform the country’s infrastructure, enhance revenue generation, and reinforce national stability.
In a comprehensive policy briefing, Nur outlined plans to modernize public land and port facilities, positioning them as engines of economic development and urban expansion.
He emphasized that unlocking the full potential of Somalia’s strategic coastline and government-owned assets would attract both domestic and foreign investment while creating thousands of new jobs.
According to the minister, the government is prioritizing reforms aimed at improving land administration, streamlining revenue collection, and introducing public-private partnerships to accelerate large-scale development.
He stressed that well-regulated infrastructure growth would not only stimulate commerce but also contribute directly to national security by curbing illicit activities along the coastline and strengthening state presence in key economic zones.
Looking ahead, Nur expressed strong optimism that Somalia’s anticipated offshore oil production—set to begin in the coming months—will further boost state finances and reduce dependency on external aid. Combined with ongoing upgrades to transport corridors, logistics hubs, and urban planning initiatives, he said the country is entering a transformative phase.
“Our goal is a Somalia that finances its own development and secures its own future. The foundations are being laid today for a more prosperous, stable, and self-reliant nation,” he said.