Opinion
Rising Skyscrapers, Falling Foundations: The Struggle of Mogadishu for Equitable Housing
Mogadishu, once a renowned city in Somalia celebrated for its rich culture and historical charm, is now grappling with a crisis that jeopardizes the ...
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Trump's leadership: new horizons for Africa-U.S. relations?
A Trump win could have a mixed impact on Somalia,particularly given Somalia's strategic location, security challenges, and ongoing development needs. ...
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Somalia’s natural resources face shrinking window of relevance
Somalia is a land of unexploited potential. For years, it has been defined more by what it lacks than by what it possesses. Yet, beneath the surface, ...
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Somalia is changing. The humanitarian system must as well
CAMBRIDGE/MOGADISHU/NAIROBI - Somalia is gripped by outdated aid systems built upon an old narrative that its crises are intractable. The country is f...
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Fears grow over political violence and fragmentation of Somalia’s federal state
Every four years, due to election impasse, the Somali People have to deal with the specter of political violence and civil strife instead of celebrati...
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Tayeeynta iyo Xallinta Caqabadaha Waxbarashada Soomaaliya
Qoraalkaan wuxuu diiradda saarayaa caqabadaha waxbarashada dalka ka jira iyo sidii xal waara loogu heli lahaa, loona tayeyn lahaa waxbarashada Soomaal...
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Somalia proposes a $1.34 billion budget for FY2025 and plans its first international borrowing in 34 years.
The Somali cabinet has approved a budget of $1.34 billion for the Federal Government for 2025, representing a 24.4% increase from the previous year’...
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What does attempted expulsion of the deputy prime minister from the Upper House reveal about Somalia’s governance?
In any federal system, the separation of powers is a cornerstone of effective governance. This principle ensures that the executive, legislative, and ...
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The Development of Islamic Finance in USA: A journey of growth and opportunity
Islamic finance, established in the 1960s, has gained global traction due to its universal ethical principles. Even in the United States, it has been ...
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The Principles and Indicators of Good Governance: A blueprint for Somalia
Democracy, rule of law, bureaucratic efficiency and visionary leadership are the hallmarks of good governance. The concept of governance can be traced...
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