Wednesday September 11, 2024
FILE - A view of high-rise buildings under construction in Mogadishu, Somalia, as the city experiences rapid urban development.
Garowe (HOL) — The Banadir Regional Administration has issued a ban on constructing high-rise buildings near Mogadishu's Aden Adde International Airport, citing security concerns. The new restrictions, which took effect on Wednesday, seek to enhance air traffic safety in surrounding areas.
Effective immediately, buildings within the vicinity of the airport and the nearby Halane Compound cannot exceed one story. According to airport spokesperson Salah Dheere, the maximum building height is limited to three stories in areas close to Banadir Regional Administration security checkpoints.
This measure affects several key districts, including Hamar Weyne, Hamar Jajab, Waberi, Wadajir, and the Jazeera area of Dharkeynleey. These districts near the airport have seen rapid development in recent years, prompting concerns about aviation safety and security risks.
"From now on, any violations of this directive will lead to legal consequences," Salah Dheere said, stressing the administration's commitment to enforcing the new rules.
The move is part of a wider endeavour to bolster security for international flights at Aden Adde Airport, which is critical for the region's economic and diplomatic connections.
Officials have stated that the ban is intended to prevent potential threats to aviation safety, particularly with the growing use of the airport for commercial and military flights.