New Mogadishu International Airport

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	{{Infobox airport		{{Infobox airport
	\| name = New Mogadishu International Airport		\| name = New Mogadishu International Airport
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	\| image =		\| image = NMIA full Logo.svg
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	\| caption = Temporary concept logo created by the uploader due to the absence of an official New Mogadishu International Airport logo.
	\| IATA =		\| IATA =
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	'''New Mogadishu International Airport''' ({{Langx\|so\|Garoonka Cusub ee Muqdisho}}, {{Langx\|ar\|مطار مقديشو الدولي الجديد\|rtl=yes}}) is an international airport currently under construction in the coastal area of [[El Maan]], approximately 35 km northeast of [[Mogadishu]], the capital of [[Somalia]]. The project aims to relieve congestion at [[Aden Adde International Airport]] and support the modernization and expansion of Somalia's aviation sector.<ref name="mw-2024">{{Cite web\|url=https://www.hiiraanweyn.net/2024/06/15/somali-government-announces-construction-of-new-airport-in-mogadishu/\|title=Somali government announces construction of new airport in Mogadishu - Hiiraanweyn\|date=15 June 2024\|accessdate=29 June 2025}}</ref><ref name="abdullahi-2024">{{Cite web\|url=https://sonna.so/en/somalia-to-construct-new-airport-in-mogadishu-to-boost-aviation-services/\|title=Somalia to Construct New Airport in Mogadishu to Boost Aviation Services\|first=Abdiqani\|last=Abdullahi\|date=14 June 2024\|accessdate=29 June 2025}}</ref>		'''New Mogadishu International Airport''' ({{Langx\|so\|Garoonka Cusub ee Muqdisho}}, {{Langx\|ar\|مطار مقديشو الدولي الجديد\|rtl=yes}}) is an international airport currently under construction in the coastal area of [[El Maan]], approximately 35 km northeast of [[Mogadishu]], the capital of [[Somalia]]. The project aims to relieve congestion at [[Aden Adde International Airport]] and support the modernization and expansion of Somalia's aviation sector.<ref name="mw-2024">{{Cite web\|url=https://www.hiiraanweyn.net/2024/06/15/somali-government-announces-construction-of-new-airport-in-mogadishu/\|title=Somali government announces construction of new airport in Mogadishu - Hiiraanweyn\|date=15 June 2024\|accessdate=29 June 2025}}</ref><ref name="abdullahi-2024">{{Cite web\|url=https://sonna.so/en/somalia-to-construct-new-airport-in-mogadishu-to-boost-aviation-services/\|title=Somalia to Construct New Airport in Mogadishu to Boost Aviation Services\|first=Abdiqani\|last=Abdullahi\|date=14 June 2024\|accessdate=29 June 2025}}</ref>

	It is being developed as part of Somalia's renewed push to rebuild its national infrastructure. The airport is planned to feature modern terminals, extended runways, and improved logistics capacity to handle both passenger and cargo traffic. Its construction follows years of planning and reflects a broader effort to decentralize air traffic from the existing Aden Adde International Airport, which faces growing limitations due to its location within the city. Once complete, the new airport is expected to serve as a gateway for international carriers and a foundation for Somalia's aviation recovery.<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://scoutsts.com/the-new-mogadishu-international-airport/\|title=The New Mogadishu International Airport: Transforming Somalia's Aviation Sector\|date=30 December 2024\|accessdate=29 June 2025}}</ref>		It is being developed as part of Somalia's renewed push to rebuild its national infrastructure. The airport is planned to feature modern terminals, extended runways, and improved logistics capacity to handle both passenger and cargo traffic. Its construction follows years of planning and reflects a broader effort to decentralize air traffic from the existing [[Aden Adde International Airport]], which faces growing limitations due to its location within the city. Once complete, the new airport is expected to serve as a gateway for international carriers and a foundation for Somalia's aviation recovery.<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://scoutsts.com/the-new-mogadishu-international-airport/\|title=The New Mogadishu International Airport: Transforming Somalia's Aviation Sector\|date=30 December 2024\|accessdate=29 June 2025}}</ref>

	== History ==		== History ==
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	=== Foundation laying ===		=== Foundation laying ===

	In June 2025, Somali President [[Hassan Sheikh Mohamud]] laid the foundation stone for the New Mogadishu International Airport at a site within the Warsheekh district of the Middle Shabelle region. The ceremony marked the official commencement of the project following years of technical and environmental assessment. Officials stated that the airport aims to improve national and regional air connectivity while alleviating capacity constraints at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu. The event was attended by senior government officials and local representatives, highlighting the significance of the development within the government's broader infrastructure agenda.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Somali President Lays Foundation for New Mogadishu International Airport in Middle Shabelle Region \|url=https://www.hiiraan.com/news4/2025/Jun/202037/somali_president_lays_foundation_for_new_mogadishu_international_airport_in_middle_shabelle_region.aspx \|publisher=Hiiraan Online \|date=30 June 2025 \|access-date=27 June 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|last=Aweys \|first=Khadar \|date=30 June 2025 \|title=President Hassan Lays Foundation for Major Infrastructure Projects in Middle Shabelle \|url=https://sonna.so/en/president-hassan-lays-foundation-for-major-infrastructure-projects-in-middle-shabelle/ \|access-date=27 June 2025 \|publisher=SONNA}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|last=Liban \|first=Gesey \|date=29 June 2025 \|title=New Heights for Somalia: President Hassan Launches Modern International Airport in Warsheekh \|url=https://www.radiodalsan.com/new-heights-for-somalia-president-hassan-launches-modern-international-airport-in-warsheekh/ \|access-date=27 June 2025 \|publisher=Radio Dalsan}}</ref>		Officially, on 29 June 2025, Somali President [[Hassan Sheikh Mohamud]] laid the foundation stone for the New Mogadishu International Airport at a site within the [[Warsheikh District\|Warsheekh district]] of the Middle Shabelle region. The ceremony marked the official commencement of the project following years of technical and environmental assessment. Officials stated that the airport aims to improve national and regional air connectivity while alleviating capacity constraints at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu. The event was attended by senior government officials and local representatives, highlighting the significance of the development within the government's broader infrastructure agenda.<ref>{{cite web \|title=Somali President Lays Foundation for New Mogadishu International Airport in Middle Shabelle Region \|url=https://www.hiiraan.com/news4/2025/Jun/202037/somali_president_lays_foundation_for_new_mogadishu_international_airport_in_middle_shabelle_region.aspx \|publisher=Hiiraan Online \|date=30 June 2025 \|access-date=27 June 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|last=Aweys \|first=Khadar \|date=30 June 2025 \|title=President Hassan Lays Foundation for Major Infrastructure Projects in Middle Shabelle \|url=https://sonna.so/en/president-hassan-lays-foundation-for-major-infrastructure-projects-in-middle-shabelle/ \|access-date=27 June 2025 \|publisher=SONNA}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|last=Liban \|first=Gesey \|date=29 June 2025 \|title=New Heights for Somalia: President Hassan Launches Modern International Airport in Warsheekh \|url=https://www.radiodalsan.com/new-heights-for-somalia-president-hassan-launches-modern-international-airport-in-warsheekh/ \|access-date=27 June 2025 \|publisher=Radio Dalsan}}</ref>

	== Project background ==		== Project background ==
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	By the late 2010s, attention turned to [[El Maan]], a coastal area northeast of Mogadishu's center. The site offered wide open land far from crowded neighborhoods.<ref name="mw-2024"/>		By the late 2010s, attention turned to [[El Maan]], a coastal area northeast of Mogadishu's center. The site offered wide open land far from crowded neighborhoods.<ref name="mw-2024"/>

	Environmental and technical assessments were carried out to evaluate the suitability of the El Maan site for large scale development. These studies examined air and water quality, flood risks, noise levels and wildlife impact. The findings confirmed that the area was appropriate for large-scale development.<ref name="mw-2024"/>		Environmental and technical assessments were carried out to evaluate the suitability of the El Maan site for large-scale development. These studies examined air and water quality, flood risks, noise levels, and wildlife impact. The findings confirmed that the area was appropriate for large-scale development.<ref name="mw-2024"/>

	In December 2024, Somali authorities officially announced plans for a new airport at the El Maan site. Construction began in early 2025. The project is being led by the New Mogadishu Development Corporation under a public-private partnership with Turkish firms. Government statements and project reports estimate that thousands of jobs will be created during the construction period and once the airport becomes operational.<ref>{{Cite web \|last= \|first= \|date=27 December 2024 \|title=Somalia Launches $643 Million Airport Project to Boost Economy \|url=https://www.riotimesonline.com/somalia-launches-643-million-airport-project-to-boost-economy/ \|accessdate=29 June 2025 \|website=Riot Times}}</ref>		In December 2024, Somali authorities officially announced plans for a new airport at the El Maan site. Construction began in early 2025. The project is being led by the New Mogadishu Development Corporation under a public-private partnership with Turkish firms. Government statements and project reports estimate that thousands of jobs will be created during the construction period and once the airport becomes operational.<ref>{{Cite web \|last= \|first= \|date=27 December 2024 \|title=Somalia Launches $643 Million Airport Project to Boost Economy \|url=https://www.riotimesonline.com/somalia-launches-643-million-airport-project-to-boost-economy/ \|accessdate=29 June 2025 \|website=Riot Times}}</ref>