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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 […]