By Zamzam Daqare - Reporter
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MOGADISHU, 2 November 2026 — The Banadir Regional Administration laid the foundation stone for reconstruction of Sinai Market in Mogadishu on Monday following its recent demolition, pledging to return former traders to their business spaces once construction is completed.
According to the regional administration, the project was officially launched by Deputy Governor for Security and Political Affairs Mohamed Ahmed Diriye, widely known as Yabooh.
The reconstruction aims to redevelop the market, which the administration described as public property belonging to the Mogadishu Municipality.
Officials said the project forms part of a broader plan to modernise markets across the capital and improve commercial infrastructure and services for traders and residents.
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Yabooh said the reconstruction would contribute to commercial development and improve Mogadishu's appearance.
He also pledged that traders who previously operated at Sinai Market would be able to return to their business spaces after the project is completed.
The foundation-stone ceremony was attended by the Director of the Markets Department, regional and district officials, and members of the local community.
The Banadir Regional Administration did not disclose the project's estimated cost, construction timeline or the expected date for traders to return to the market.