The Hirshabelle Imbroglio
Since Ali Gudlawe’s presidential election, Hirshabelle regional state has been plagued by internal political struggles that threaten the federal electoral process. On july 3rd, Hirshabelle cabinet ministers led by the…
Deggan Mirash: The Reincarnation Of Hawo Tako
In these troubled times in Somali history, few can withstand the recurring abuse than Deggan Mirash, a young mother of four, who is Somaliland's longest-serving flag martyr.
Federal Elections’ Breakthrough?
The Somali Electoral Consultative Council (ECC), which has been meeting in Mogadishu for the past two days, has today officially released the new election schedule for Somalia, as the previous…
Debunking “Democracy” In Somaliland
In most African nations, and particularly in disarticulated Somalia, democracy is conflated with elections, multiparty system or as a sign of political maturity...
Fed And Regions Signed The May 27 Election Agreement
Somalia’s prime minister, regional presidents and the Benadir governor have signed the May 27 Election Agreement which removes obstacles to the long-awaited federal elections. The prime minister, Mr. Mohamed Hussein…
The More Things Change The More They Stay The Same
President Mohamed Abdullahi, Farmajo, Dare Say: “Let my people vote.” – By Dr. Ali Bahar The Mogadishu Factor: Most Somalis of today understand the extent to which the Mogadishu project…
Somalia Pressured To Mend Fences With Kenya
Somalia has resumed diplomatic relations with Kenya with which it severed all ties in December 2020 following a series of destabilizing activities. This rapprochement was facilitated by the Qatari emissary,…
Is PM Roble Appeasing The Beast?
Opposition to the Farmajo administration has become increasingly intransigent and even radicalized in recent months.
African Union Verdict And Somali Lame Diplomacy
The African Union Peace and Security Council, meeting on April 22 to discuss the political situation in Somalia, issued a damning, verdict-like statement that further complicates the political crisis in…
