Somalia, 1 November 2025 — Puntland State of Somalia has begun training 1,000 new police officers as part of efforts to modernize its security forces and enhance cooperation between the police and local communities.
President Said Abdullahi Deni announced the initiative during a community outreach event at Puntland State University (PSU) in Garowe on Friday.
The event was attended by government officials, presidential advisers, senior police officers, regional and district administrators, religious leaders, women, youth, and other community members.
According to the government, 500 officers have already completed training at the Carmo Police Training College, while the remaining 500 are currently undergoing instruction. The training program is scheduled to continue through 2028.
President Deni said the initiative emphasizes improving the skills, resources, and operational capacity of the police.
He also highlighted the importance of comnunity policing in improving security in the Federal Member State.
“This system ensures that the public is part of the security framework, which is a global standard. A small police force in a city cannot handle every situation unless the community participates in reporting and awareness,” Deni said.
Launched in 2024, Puntland’s police modernization program aims to build a professional, well-equipped force capable of maintaining security while fostering closer cooperation with local communities.