By Salahudiin Ahmed - Reporter
Mogadishu (Dawan Africa) The Somali Salvation Forum said it has postponed Saturday's protests, citing ongoing dialogue between the government and the opposition.
In a press statement, the forum said the talks between the federal government and Somali Future Council are being mediated by members of the international community.
The forum said the talks aim to find a solution to issues around elections and managing the country’s political transition.
The decision to postpone the protest comes as Somalia faces tensions over the electoral process and the direction of its political transition.
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The forum said a new protest date will be announced later, depending on the outcome of the talks.
Former President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and Puntland president Said Abdullahi Deni are representing the opposition, while Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama are representing the government in the talks that began on May 13 in Mogadishu.
The meeting was arranged with support from the United States and the United Kingdom.