The cabinet of Djibouti, led by President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, held its 11th session on September 27, 2026, to discuss and approve several key financial accounts for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting focused on approving the financial accounts of various state agencies and funds, including the National Agency for Information Systems, the Multi-Sector Regulatory Body, and the Djibouti Fund for Economic Development.

The National Agency for Information Systems reported revenues of 505.5 million Djibouti francs for the 2025 fiscal year, marking a 10.6% increase from 2024. The agency's expenditures totaled 515.8 million Djibouti francs, with a significant portion allocated to employee salaries and investments in information technology. The agency's financial performance was highlighted as a key point of discussion during the cabinet meeting.

The Multi-Sector Regulatory Body reported revenues of 240.7 million Djibouti francs for 2025, representing a substantial increase from the previous year. The body's expenditures totaled 253.6 million Djibouti francs, with a focus on employee salaries, external services, and investments in infrastructure. The regulatory body's financial accounts were approved by the cabinet, reflecting the government's efforts to enhance transparency and accountability.

The Djibouti Fund for Economic Development (FDED) reported revenues of 463.3 million Djibouti francs and expenditures of 335.8 million Djibouti francs for the 2025 fiscal year. The fund achieved a surplus of 127.5 million Djibouti francs, marking its fourth consecutive year of positive results. The FDED's financial performance was commended by the cabinet, highlighting its role in supporting economic development in Djibouti.

The Military Pension Fund reported revenues of 3 billion Djibouti francs and expenditures of 3.11 billion Djibouti francs for the 2025 fiscal year. The fund's financial performance was impacted by a decline in state subsidies, but it continued to provide pensions and benefits to military personnel. The cabinet approved the fund's financial accounts, recognizing its importance in supporting the welfare of military personnel.

The Djibouti Broadcasting and Television Corporation reported revenues of 1.651 billion Djibouti francs and expenditures of 1.581 billion Djibouti francs for the 2025 fiscal year. The corporation achieved a positive result of 70.4 million Djibouti francs, reflecting its efforts to improve efficiency and reduce costs. The cabinet approved the corporation's financial accounts, highlighting its role in promoting national communication and media.

The Djibouti Industrial and Commercial Property Office reported revenues of 308.9 million Djibouti francs and expenditures of 283.8 million Djibouti francs for the 2025 fiscal year. The office achieved a positive result of 25.1 million Djibouti francs, reflecting its efforts to promote industrial and commercial property rights in Djibouti. The cabinet approved the office's financial accounts, recognizing its importance in supporting economic development and trade.

Key points

  • The cabinet approved the financial accounts of several state agencies and funds, including the National Agency for Information Systems, the Multi-Sector Regulatory Body, and the Djibouti Fund for Economic Development.
  • The financial accounts for 2025 reflected a mix of increases and decreases in revenues and expenditures across various state agencies and funds.
  • The cabinet's approval of the financial accounts aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the management of public finances in Djibouti.

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