Gurmad Qaran (GQ)- Movement for Change

By Gurmad Qaran (GQ)

Gurmad Qaran is rooted in Somali identity, national purpose, and a shared responsibility to protect the Republic. We believe in a political system grounded in the rule of law, constitutional order, and leadership that prioritizes the public interest. We reject corruption, exclusion, and the slow erosion of trust in Somalia’s public institutions. GQ movement champions a transparent, merit-based approach to leadership—where decisions are guided by evidence, where governance reflects competence, and where public institutions serve all Somalis fairly. GQ is built on the conviction that progress must be earned through performance and transparency.

Gurmad Qaran Vision

To champion the building of a united and prosperous Somalia, where the rights of all citizens are protected, institutions are strengthened, and the rule of law serves as the foundation of public life. GQ was found to help restore trust, renew national purpose, and deliver tangible results the Somali people can see and feel.
Somalia’s Pressing Challenges:

1) Absence of a Shared National Vision: Somalia remains adrift, lacking a clear and consistent national direction at home and foreign policy. Without a unified vision guiding both domestic policy and international engagement, the country struggles to define its priorities, assert its interests, or chart a stable course forward. Each new administration sets its own agenda—often abandoning what came before. Ministries shift priorities, programs and projects are repeatedly launched, stalled, or abandoned altogether. This constant political reset has weakened institutions, wasted valuable time and resources, and left the country without a clear or consistent direction.

2) Fragmented Governance: The structure of Somalia’s governance remains ambiguous and fiercely contested. Power struggles between federal and regional authorities have become a permanent feature of the political landscape, stalling coordination and national decision-making. Disputes over resource allocation, authority, and constitutional interpretation paralyze progress. Essential services—security, education, health—are absent and not delivered.

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