Opinion

Somalia at the edge of defeating terrorism

Somalia at the edge of defeating terrorism

DEC 07, 2025

The national government, religious leaders, and civil society are now united in declaring that Somalia’s faith is not the weapon of terrorists. Isla...

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From Exclusion to Empowerment: Why Inclusive Growth Matters for Somalia’s Future.

From Exclusion to Empowerment: Why Inclusive Growth Matters for Somalia’s Future.

DEC 07, 2025

“The Africa which the world needs is a continent able to stand up, to walk on its own feet… it is an Africa conscious of its own past and able to ...

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Is Somalia truly at risk of becoming a “jihadist state”?

Is Somalia truly at risk of becoming a “jihadist state”?

DEC 07, 2025

This piece serves as a critique and response to the article written by Matt Bryden for the Africa Center for Strategic Studies. It challenges the inac...

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Somalia is not a failing state, but a misunderstood power-law giant

Somalia is not a failing state, but a misunderstood power-law giant

DEC 02, 2025

Why do our leaders keep playing the wrong game, and how can a handful of exceptional people change the entire country?...

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TikTok’s Somali Problem: How Live Streams Became Tools of Harassment Against Women

TikTok’s Somali Problem: How Live Streams Became Tools of Harassment Against Women

DEC 02, 2025

Digital platforms have opened new spaces for Somali women — spaces where they can speak, build businesses, and connect across borders. Yet, these sa...

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Celebrating a Decade of Teaching: From Mogadishu Classrooms to Global Academia

Celebrating a Decade of Teaching: From Mogadishu Classrooms to Global Academia

NOV 23, 2025

Somali Teacher’s Day is a moment to celebrate the lecturers whose influence extends well beyond classrooms — educators who guide, inspire, and sha...

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Constitutional, Practical, and Legitimacy Challenges of Somalia’s National Identification Authority (NIRA)

Constitutional, Practical, and Legitimacy Challenges of Somalia’s National Identification Authority (NIRA)

NOV 23, 2025

Somalia’s Provisional Constitution enshrines a federal system that relies on clearly defined powers and respect for state-level autonomy. Articles 4...

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Honouring Somali Teachers: A Renewed Look at Somalia’s Bold Education Reform

Honouring Somali Teachers: A Renewed Look at Somalia’s Bold Education Reform

NOV 22, 2025

Somalia marks Somali Teachers’ Day on November 21, a moment dedicated to celebrating the women and men whose commitment strengthens the foundation o...

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Qaranimadda Soomaaliyeed Waxaa Culeys ku haya In Ka Badan 340 Hay'ado Dowladeed

Qaranimadda Soomaaliyeed Waxaa Culeys ku haya In Ka Badan 340 Hay'ado Dowladeed

NOV 20, 2025

Soomaaliya wuxuu culeys ka hayo hay'ado isdulsaaran oo ay iyadu samaysatay. Wuxuu markii hore ahaa dadaal lagu doonayay in dib loogu dhiso dowladnimad...

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Beyond +340 Government Bodies: How duplication drains Somalia’s governance

Beyond +340 Government Bodies: How duplication drains Somalia’s governance

NOV 20, 2025

Somalia is drowning in its own institutions. What began as an effort to rebuild governance after a decade of collapse has evolved into a sprawling, ex...

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