By Hussein Mohamed Yusuf World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5th each year, is a reminder of the urgent need to protect and preserve our environment. In 2024, the theme focuses on land restoration, combatting desertification, and building drought resilience. … Continued
By Dr. Abdurahman Baadiyow The Qadiriyya Order originated in Baghdad by Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani (died 1166 AD) and later spread to the western and northern regions of Somalia in the early sixteenth century through the efforts of Abubakar bin … Continued
By Faisal A Roble Despite a high profile reception by Washington, President William Ruto of Kenya could not escape from criticism. Some rebuked him for his willingness to let Kenyan police lead a multinational peace force financed by the US, … Continued
By Osman H Yusuf Absent national political parties, members of Parliament, who represent their respective clan constituencies at the regional level through indirect elections, fail to act as the people’s voice in the legislative body. They are not keen on … Continued
By Adan Ismail Somalia’s accession to the East African Community (EAC) in 2023 marks the rupture of a longstanding policy that kept Mogadishu in isolation due to its irredentist claims. This significant shift opens a new chapter in Somalia’s regional … Continued
WardheerNews Editorial The African Union (AU), founded in 2002, as a successor to the Organization of African Unity (OAU) established in 1963, was envisioned as a robust framework to propel the African continent towards greater unity, peace, and development. Over … Continued
Federal Republic of SomaliaHouse of the PeopleOffice of Hon. Abdillahi Hashi Abib Yours Excellency, As a Member of Parliament responsible for overseeing the integrity of public financial management, I am compelled to bring to your attention issues concerning financial mismanagement … Continued
By Mohamed Fatah Since the reelection of President Hassan Sheikh, Somalia has plunged further into dysfunction. The federal government has become increasingly ineffective and disconnected from the needs of its people. The administration has turned into a family affair, sidelining … Continued
By Dr. Abdurahman Baadiyow The Somali encounter with colonialism can be broadly divided into two main phases. From 1889 to 1927, the first phase involved interactions between scholars of Islam and clan elders on one side and colonial powers on … Continued
By Othman Hassan Family values and the role of the husband hold significant importance in Somali culture, which is deeply rooted in traditions and social structures that prioritize family cohesion and responsibilities. The husband’s responsibilities as provider, protector, spiritual guide, … Continued
By Abdulkadir Osman Farah, PhD “Yaa ayuha naasu innaa khalaqnaakum min dakarin waunthaa, wajacalnaakum shucuuban waqabaaila litacaarafuu, inna akramakum cindallaahi atqaakum” (Oh humankind! We have created you male and female and have made you nations and tribes so that you … Continued
His Excellency Pedro Comissário AfonsaPresident of the Security CouncilUnited Nations Headquarters801 1st Ave, New York City, NY 10017 Your Excellency, I am writing to express deep concern regarding the recent request by the Federal Government of Somalia for the termination … Continued
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