Editor’s note: Within the context of the Al-Shabaab insurgency, wives of the militants often find themselves trapped in a cycle of oppression and coercion. These women are frequently subjected to strict interpretations of Islamic law enforced by the group. In … Continued
By Adan Ismail It is written in the book of nature that nothing lasts forever and changes are as inescapable as nature itself. Problems confronting nations are responded to in two ways: the tender wisdom of statesmen or the sweeping … Continued
By Abdullahi Ahmed Nor Behavior is what a man does, not what he thinks, feels, or believes.” The issue of micromanagement in Somalia underscores a broader challenge facing the country’s governance structures, where decision-making processes are excessively centralized, stifling initiative … Continued
By Adan Makina This is an excerpt from Author Adan Makina’s upcoming book: “The Tatar Invasions of Muslim Lands: from Islamic and secular perspectives.” The Qur’an, a divine, authentic book that is without doubt and revealed to The Messenger of … Continued
By Mohamed H. Ahmed Somalia has nominated its former Foreign Minister, Fawzia Yusuf Adam, for the seat of AUC Chairperson. This endorsement follows key diplomatic achievements, including the lifting of the arms embargo, securing debt relief, and gaining membership in … Continued
By Dayib Sh. Ahmed Somalia stands on a precipice, teetering not on the edge of democratic collapse, but on the verge of outright betrayal. The recent strong-arming of constitutional amendments by a self-serving parliament is not a power grab disguised … Continued
By Abdulrahman Baadiyow Somali Prime Minister Abdirizak Haji Hussein is portrayed as an audacious reformer and principled leader in historical accounts and assessments. President Adan Abdulle Osman recognized Hussein’s potential as a statesman due to his energy and honesty, contrasting … Continued
By Abdelkarim A. Haji Hassan President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s ascent to the presidency in 2022 was met with widespread optimism among the Somali populace. Somalis yearned for stability and progress after decades of conflict, particularly following five years of President … Continued
The Honorable Anthony J. Blinken U.S. Secretary of State Washington, DC 20520 My name is Mohamed A. Fatah, and I am a former senior foreign policy advisor. Over the years, I have had the privilege of serving both the Barack Obama … Continued
By Deeq Yusuf From a practical and historical perspective, it is a no brainer to try and make a drastic change in the political system such as hastily and undemocratically switching to a Presidential system at a time even when … Continued
By Dayib Sh. Ahmed The Former Somalia’s President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo, presidency commenced in 2017, has sparked a crisis of democratic governance in Somalia. Despite the constitutional limit of a four-year term, Farmaajo has controversially clung to power, extending his … Continued
By Adan Makina Being a powerful orator or espousing linguistic eloquence is a great advantage in leadership. Powerful words influence people of all kinds. Leaders have to be careful when they want to influence people. Leaders like Gandhi, Reverend Martin … Continued
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