Democracy and Independence Day in Mogadishu Shaping a Brighter Future for Somalia Jul 2, 2026 Opinion On 1 July 2026, Somalia commemorates the 66th anniversary of its independence, a milestone that represents both a proud historical achievement and an opportunity to reflect on the country's democratic... Read more
Why Recognition of Somaliland Is Unlikely to Work Jun 21, 2026 Opinion Power, Order, and Constraints in a Shifting Global System The reported move by Israel to recognize Somaliland should not be seen as an isolated diplomatic maneuver. Rather, it is a product of a shifti... Read more
Somalia’s Transitional Journey From Political Collapse to Rebuilding a Nation Jun 18, 2026 Forward For over a decade after the fall of President Siad Barre’s government in 1991, Somalia endured one of the most difficult political collapses in modern African history. With no central government, the ... Read more
Six-Point Agenda for a Functional Federation Feb 4, 2026 Forward The National Reconciliation Dialogue, announced by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, was originally scheduled for February 1, 2026. While delayed due to political friction, it is now expected to take p... Read more
Term Extension Playbook: Last-Minute Constitutional Reform Jan 29, 2026 Forward As electoral deadlines approach, constitutional ambiguity is deliberately escalated into deadlock, creating the pretext for “technical” extensions. That tactic may have worked in the past, but it is n... Read more
RELEASE: Priority One: How to fix the broken federal system Jan 15, 2026 Forward The future cannot be built on temporary political handshakes. It requires a fundamental shift from personalized politics to permanent, rules-based institutions. We are pleased to release our comprehen... Read more
The January 20 Deadline Dec 26, 2025 Forward The Kismayo communiqué has established a critical pivot point for Somalia. With a deadline of January 20, 2026, the Federal Government has a final opportunity to preempt political collapse and the thr... Read more
Elections Won’t Fix Somalia’s Problems Dec 18, 2025 Forward Somalia faces a convergence of political, security, and humanitarian crises that threaten its foundations, yet its leaders appear to be reading the wrong map. At a moment that demands political cohesi... Read more
Immediate Relief While Planning Reforms Oct 16, 2025 Forward Security sector reform is an ongoing process — deliberate, political, and inherently slow. Yet insecurity and governance gaps demand action today, not years from now. The real challenge is balancing i... Read more
Caddaalad Oct 7, 2025 FahanGov Caddaaladdu Ma Ahan Maxkamado Keliya – Waa Dhaqan Bulsho Marka aynu ka hadlayno cadaalada, inta badan maskaxdeena waxaa ku soo dhaca maxkamado, garsoorayaal, qareenno, iyo sharciyo. Waa run, kuwaani w... Read more
Rethinking Rules of Engagement Sep 28, 2025 Case for Reform The recent incidents in Mogadishu surrounding the enforcement of public land evictions have raised urgent questions about the rules of engagement for Federal Government security forces. Instead of exe... Read more
Qaran iyo Qaranimo.? Aug 29, 2025 FahanGov Qaran Waa dad wadaaga dhul, dhaqan, luqad, iyo taariikh, oo leh xuduudo la aqoonsanyahay, dastuur, Xornimo nidaam dowladeed. Qaranimo Waa dareen uu qofku u qabo dalkiisa. Waa dareen xoogan oo isku xir... Read more