Djibouti Government Reviews Key Reforms and Economic Performance at Council of Ministers

Djibouti, June 10, 2026 - Under the chairmanship of President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, Head of Government, the 6th session of the Council of Ministers was held on June 9, 2026, focusing on a wide range of legislative, economic, institutional, and social reforms across key sectors of national development.

At the opening of the session, the Head of State expressed gratitude to the Djiboutian population, government members, and international partners for their support following the death of Madame Nazli Abdallah Mohamed Kamil, offering prayers for the deceased.

The Council reviewed and approved several draft laws and decrees presented by various ministries, covering public enterprises, social protection systems, justice reforms, education policy, and public land allocation.

From the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, the Council approved the financial statements of Electricité de Djibouti (EDD) for the 2024 fiscal year. The utility reported revenues of over 41.9 billion FDJ and expenses of approximately 40.5 billion FDJ, resulting in a surplus of 1.46 billion FDJ. Officials noted increased electricity demand in Djibouti City, alongside rising operating costs and continued investment in energy production, including interconnection, diesel, and wind power.

The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection presented the 2023 financial accounts of the National Social Security Fund (CNSS), which recorded a surplus of 3.58 billion FDJ. While slightly lower than the previous year, the institution maintained stable revenues supported by contributions and financial income, alongside ongoing investments in infrastructure projects, including preparations related to a new hospital.

In the justice sector, the Council examined a decree acknowledging the resignation of magistrate Issam Kalid Abdallah and a separate decree authorizing him to practice law, in accordance with national legal provisions.

The Ministry of Higher Education and Research announced the appointment of Dr. Madina Daher Okiye as President of the University of Djibouti, replacing Dr. Djama Mohamed Hassan, marking a leadership transition within the country’s principal academic institution.

The Ministry of National Education extended for five years the legal framework governing the “High School Graduation Certificate,” a qualification designed for international and specialized education institutions. The measure aims to maintain continuity for programs such as those at the Horn of Africa School while supporting inclusive education policies, including for refugee students.