A Line Drawn in Las Anod: Somalia’s Unity Takes a Decisive Turn
Prime Minister Barre's visit to the transitional state of SSC-Khatumo marks a quiet but historic pivot in the country’s prolonged struggle to restore national unity.
Politics
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.
How Extremists Keep A Nation In Turmoil
For over 30 years, Somalia's fragility has been fueled by poverty, instability, and relentless terrorism from groups like Al-Shabaab.
Why Somalia's 2026 Election Is A Critical Milestone
As Somalia prepares for its pivotal 2026 elections, the nation stands at a crucial crossroads in its ongoing journey of state-building and political stabilization.
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.
UN Security Council: Somalia's Moment
In January 2025, Somalia’s return to the UN Security Council will provide it with a platform to influence global diplomacy, regional stability, and counterterrorism strategies.