Opinion

“…Somaliland has been implicated in supporting terrorism, particularly through its association with Al Shabaab. Notably, several founders and leaders of Al-Shabaab have originated from Somaliland and belong to the Isaaq clan. Ahmed

Politics of mimicry gives birth to governance of mimicry. There is no statecraft here—no art, no science—just small men imitating what they see big men do elsewhere. Despite the expensive suits and

If there is one thing that has remained consistent in Raila Odinga’s political career, it is his resilience in the face of defeat. Over the past three decades, he has contested and

Historically, the Somali people have demonstrated a unique culture of generosity and mutual support, fostering strong bonds between families, relatives, and communities. This culture of giving and supporting the needy has been

The SSC Khaatumo State administration is at a crossroads; the leaders and the parliament need to educate the populace on what is feasible for them to seek to resolve the election, as

In an opinion piece published by E-InternationalRelations entitled “Is Somaliland Defying the Odds, or Are the Odds Based on a Flawed Premise?” Jamal Abdi attempts a new interpretation of Somaliland’s gestation. On

Press Release: Somalia stands at a critical juncture. The Jubaland State of Somalia is under siege by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre. This is no ordinary political

Understanding the Clan Factor With its open-ended segmentary system, the clan is an enduring political tool in Somali society. The elite uses the clan factor to bargain for power, thus inadvertently hindering

Somalia’s journey toward peace and unity has been marred by the relentless actions of those who seek to divide the nation for their own narrow, clan-based ambitions. Among the most egregious perpetrators