By Hussien Mohamed Yusuf As the world turns its attention to COP30 in Belém, Brazil, a familiar question resurfaces. Will this moment be different, or will it become another carefully staged global gathering that leaves vulnerable nations waiting for commitments that never arrive? After the unmet promises and political theatrics of previous summits, especially COP29,...
By Hussien Mohamed Yusuf This year, I had the privilege of attending for the first time in Garowe the Annual Peace Conference organized by the Puntland Development and Research Center (PDRC), which focused on the theme “Climate Change, Peace, and Security.” The theme could not have been more timely, given Somalia’s heightened vulnerability to climate...
By Hussein Mohamed Yusuf Mohamed A. Hashi’s essay, “Somalia’s Never-Ending Rebuild: The State That Always Promises, Rarely Delivers”, captures with precision the frustrations of a nation stuck between promise and delivery. His reflections are not just commentary but a mirror for all Somalis who have endured decades of waiting. What emerges clearly is that Somalia’s...
By Hussien Mohamed Yusuf Recently, during a meeting with several NGOs working in the cross-border areas of Somalia and Kenya, we deliberated on livelihoods and natural resource management. It was a typical technical session—discussions on resilience, climate adaptation, and local livelihoods—until one participant from the Gedo region of Somalia shared a deeply disturbing set of...
By Hussein M. Yusuf 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 lost multiple elections, faced betrayals, and navigated political storms that would have ended the careers of many. But for...
By Hussien M. Yusuf The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29), heralded as a critical juncture in the fight against climate change, ended with outcomes that left much to be anticipated. For nations in the Global South, particularly in Africa, the summit was yet another repetition of unmet promises and shallow commitments. While the banners...
By Hussien Mohamed Yusuf As Somaliland approaches a pivotal moment in its democratic journey, citizens are set to cast their votes tomorrow in an election anticipated not only for its outcome but for what it symbolizes. For a self-declared republic unrecognized internationally, Somaliland has managed to forge a unique and commendable path, consistently holding peaceful...
By Ali Haji Warsame It was sometime in 1997. I was working in Abu Dhabi as a Senior Accountant for one of the largest private companies in the city. I did not expect a significant shift in my career without being a Chartered Certified Accountant, but that prospect seemed far off. My close friend, Mohamed-Bile...
By Hussein Mohamed The effects of climate change on global food security are a matter of great concern, especially in regions that already face environmental pressures. The Somali regions, with their arid and semi-arid landscapes, are particularly vulnerable to climate variability and extreme weather events. These regions often experience droughts, unpredictable rainfall, and desertification, all...
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. These issues are critical for the health of our planet, affecting ecosystems, biodiversity, and human...