On 10th MAY 2020, NIEC awarded temporary certificates to six new Political parties at a virtual event following the recommendations of the ministry of health and other experts in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Six Political parties issued with temporary certificates are:
1. Tubta toosan Party
2. Cosmopolitan Democratic Party
3. Maandeeq Party
4. Hilow Party
5. Hiil Qaran Party
6. Somali Social Interest Party