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In a corner of Covent Garden, well-heeled Londoners and tourists browse the range of frankincense products sold by a leading cosmetics brand while they drink a complimentary rose and berry tea. Amid

By TESFA-ALEM TEKLE Deal for access to the ocean adds to the long-standing dispute over massive Grand Ethiopia Renaissance Dam that is still a sore point today That the blossoming ties between

This essay is based on two unpublished manuscripts on the Political Economy of Intervention and Historical Injustices against Somalis. I will argue that intervention in the Horn of Africa Region is a

An Ottawa man I will refer to as “J” has wanted to be a police officer for as long as he can remember. It isn’t just the shiny badge, or the crisp

SSC Khaatumo State’s Bottom-Up Approach: Key to Success By Faisal Hassan The remarkable success of SSC Khaatumo State can be attributed to its innovative bottom-up approach, prioritizing local ownership and empowerment. By

Until recently, Elon Musk was just a wildly successful electric car tycoon and space pioneer. Sure, he was erratic and outspoken, but his global influence was contained and seemingly under control. But

Somalia’s tumultuous history has been marked by decades of conflict, instability, and humanitarian crises. However, amidst this chaos, a shining success story has emerged: SSC Khaatumo State. This self-declared regional administration has

  Somalia’s complex landscape has yielded a shining success story. SSC Khaatumo State, a self-declared regional administration, has defied odds and achieved remarkable progress in just one year. The pivotal defeat of

This article provides an overview of ten key narratives in Somalia’s trajectory of historical development. These narratives include Somalia’s rich ancient history, its early maritime trade networks, and the significant influence of

Trouble has horns to hold but not tails. This Somali proverb, suggesting that disaster can be prevented but not easily controlled, feels very apt for East Africa right now. Trouble has certainly