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Why the Persistent South-West Mudug Conflict?
The conflict in South-West Mudug has emerged as a defining challenge for Somalia, particularly for the Puntland and Galmudug administrations.
President’s Call for Dialogue Tests Somalia’s Fragile Progress
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s Eid al-Fitr message came with more than the customary goodwill—it carried an open invitation to his political rivals and national leaders to engage in dialogue.
Ports, Power, and U.S. Policy in Somalia
Somalia asserts its sovereignty and strategic importance through its ports and power of unity
A Federal Government Experiment Under Siege
For years, Somalia's federal system has been plagued by power struggles, resource disputes, and clan dynamics, stalling progress towards development.
A Story of East African Political Persistence
Somalia's political journey from 1991's collapse to a fragile federal government is marked by conflict, clan dynamics, and ongoing international influence.
Ethipoia's Gamble For Sea Access
Ethiopia's 2024 MOU with Somaliland for Berbera port access has ignited regional tensions and intensified geopolitical rivalries in the Horn of Africa.
The Impact of Somaliland's Succession
Since 1991, Somaliland's stable self-governance and distinct identity remain unrecognized, fueling tensions over its bid for independence and regional stability.
Somalia's Untapped Energy Potential
Since 1960, Somalia's quest to harness its vast energy resources has faced ongoing political instability, yet its potential oil reserves continue to attract global interest.
Somalia's Cycle of Food Insecurity
Somalia’s deepening humanitarian crisis has left 6 million people in urgent need of food, exacerbated by relentless conflict, drought, and environmental collapse.
President’s Call for Dialogue Tests Somalia’s Fragile Progress
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s Eid al-Fitr message came with more than the customary goodwill—it carried an open invitation to his political rivals and national leaders to engage in dialogue.
Why VOA Must Stay Open in a World of Propaganda and Conflict
VOA Somali did more than just broadcast news—it offered context, analysis, and a platform for alternative voices in fragile regions.