Standoff Over The Federal Elections
Many Somalis are shocked at the absurdity of giving too much credit to politicians such as Deni or Madobe who crack down on political opponents and restrict public freedoms in…
Before Facing Farmajo, Deni Faces Reckoning in Puntland
After emphasizing for so long that his disagreement with President Mohamed Abdullahi "Farmajo" was his concern for Somalia as a whole and not just Puntland, he found himself caught up…
Gov’t Functions Despite Elections Deadlock
This past week, we have seen certain stability and a tacit acceptance of the current elections deadlock. The opposition are escalating their antagonizing rhetoric and disruptions, stalling the elections and…
Opposition Pressured President To Accept Their Election Terms
The opposition, both in Mogadishu and in the regional states of Puntland and Jubaland, has decided to use brinkmanship tactics to put pressure on President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo to agree…
A Crossroads for Somalia: Decisive Action Needed After Dhusamareb Stalemate
The Dhusamareb meeting between the president, the prime minister and six regional leaders has provided enough evidence that...