Somalia';s President, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, has appointed a new prime minister, Hassan Ali Kheyre, a dual national of Norway and Somalia.

Kheyre is acclaimed to be a newcomer to Somali politics, and had previously served as head of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC).

According to Ceoafrica, up until his appointment, he was working as director of UK-based oil exploration firm Soma Oil and Gas.

Mr Kheyre is a close associate of former President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and a member of the Hawiye clan, meaning his nomination maintains the traditional clan balance alongside Mr Mohamed who is a Darod.

The appointment must now be approved by parliament.