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Biden Administration: A Shift in Strategy in Countering Terrorism and Beyond
Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) in Somalia has received approximately 45 million Dollar budget cut from the European Union this year, and while the Trump Administration had announced the withdrawal of…
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President Farmajo’s assertiveness brought about political crisis in Somalia
The federal government of Somalia could face sanctions and visa restrictions, to respond to non-productive efforts to undermine peace and stability. President Farmajo’s efforts to strengthen the presidency have left him isolated from member…
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Somalian authorities to encourage secession of Northern Kenya
While the Somali government has been vocal in accusing Kenya of interference in its internal affairs, it is actually Somalia that is actively sponsoring secession of some communities in Northern…
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Let the African Union and UN Recognize Somaliland
A successful state is one where the acting government demonstrates control of the periphery, the centre, financially able to provide basic institutions and strong legitimate authority. Arguably international recognition is…
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Criminalization of FGM/C in Sudan is a good signal, but couldn’t change the situation with human rights
Sudan's government has criminalized female genital mutilation (FGM), clamping down on a practice that most of the country's women and girls have endured. Globally, more than 200 million of girl and…
Silvia Romano and the liberal principles in the 21st century’s West
The announcement of the release of Silvia Romano in Mogadishu was given on May 9th in Italy. Silvia is a 24-year-old girl cooperating in Kenya with the “Africa Milele” NGO. She…
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Kenyan-Somali territorial argument to strengthen Al Shabaab’s hand and offer a chance to Ethiopia
Kenya seeks to engage Ethiopia in resolving the issue of a common border with Somalia hoping to use Addis Ababa’s leverage on the President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo of Somalia. However, there…
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Further Jubbaland-Mogadishu confrontation to threaten fight against al Shabaab
Clashes between the Somali army, commanded by the federal government, and Jubbaland security forces (Daraawiish) loyal to state leader Ahmed Madobe can intensify divisions that help Islamist insurgents and may…