Somalia’s De jure Outweighs Ethiopia’s De facto Argument.
Ethiopia announced an MOU with the Northern breakaway region of Somaliland on January 1st of this year, promising Addis-Ababa 20 kilometers of marine land in exchange for Ethiopian recognition for Hargeisa. In Somalia and around the Horn of Africa, this has caused a popular uproar. Ever since PM Abiy dared to go, the government of Somalia and its esteemed citizens […]
Deni’s Re-Election: Balancing Villa Somalia’s Scot-Free Politics
On 8th January 2024, Said Abdullahi Deni was re-elected as the president of the Puntland State of Somalia in a fiercely contested election. In addition to criticism from Puntland, the besieged Deni also faced opposition from the federal administration in Mogadishu. Although Deni has a reputation for being a dictator in Puntland from his previous reign, his opposition to Somalia’s […]
PM Abiy’s Provocative Action Expedites In A Bloody Conflict In The Region
After taking office as Ethiopia’s prime minister in April 2018, Abiy Ahmed made history by mending his differences with Eritrea and bringing in the opposition parties OLF, ONLF, and others. Because of these actions, which mislead the world by portraying Abiy as a reformist, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2019. Since then, Abiy has taken aggressive measures […]
Lifting the Arms Embargo, Joining the EAC and ATMIS Drawdown in Somalia: A Triple Win and Upcoming Challenges
In late November and early December of 2023, Somalia achieved a number of significant goals, such as debt relief, joining the East African Community, and lifting the arms embargo after 32 years. These accomplishments are not just constructive moves; they may also have unfavorable effects along the road. First, the security case: For almost 20 years, Somalia has been provided […]
Somalia’s Delicate Diplomacy: Renewed Defense Pact with Ethiopia Unveils Geopolitical Struggle in the Horn of Africa
In a significant move for regional stability, Somalia’s Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur and his Ethiopian counterpart Abraham Belay signed a renewed defense cooperation agreement in Addis Ababa on Thursday. The two sides said that the pact, initially signed in 2014 underscores their joint commitment to fostering peace and security in the region. However, beneath the surface lies a complex […]
Mogadishu Business Community In Crosshairs Amidst Government Mandate and al-Shabab Threats
In a high-stakes, scenario playing out in Mogadishu, the Somali businessmen find themselves caught between a new government’s push for heightened security and ominous warnings from the notorious extremist group, Al-Shabaab. The most recent governmental proclamation issued through the police has mandated the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras in business establishments across the capital. This new regulation has sent […]
Somali President’s ‘Divisive’ Bid To Amend Constitution Raises Concerns of Upending Power Balance
In a daring and unprecedented move, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has set the stage for sweeping constitutional amendments, seeking to abolish the position of the prime minister. The proposed changes, contingent upon parliamentary approval, are poised to reshape the nation’s political landscape by introducing a vice president’s role. The bold initiative by President Mohamud has sparked intense debate, with […]
