A significant majority of Somalis favor a federal system of governance, despite serious misgivings. This is according to a research project concluded by HIPS that spun across 5 major cities in Somalia. Read the policy brief here for more..
Federal Somalia: Not if but How
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Attitudes Towards Democracy in Mogadishu
The vast majority of Mogadishu residents consider democratic elections in the city important, and intend to vote, according to the findings of a poll of 1633 people across the 17 districts of Benadir Region. Read the full report here..
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Perceptions of Security and Justice in Mogadishu
The security situation in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, has improved according to Mogadishu residents. This is confirmed by a survey of 1,664 residents across Mogadishu’s 17 districts conducted between February and March this year.
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Diaspora Return to Somalia
Diaspora returnees are growing increasingly visible in Somalia. The degree to which the diaspora are able to reintegrate into Somali society will ultimately define their contribution to its development.
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Consequences of Political Infighting
The rift between the two top officeholders in Somalia, and the subsequent removal of Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon ‘Saa’id’, has dealt a serious blow to the credibility of the Federal Government of Somalia.
International Engagement: The day after the New Deal
On 16 September 2013, Brussels is hosting the New Deal for Somalia Conference sponsored by the European Union (EU). Somalia will likely be the same on 17 September, the day after the New Deal Compact for Somalia is endorsed.
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The Kismaayo Crisis: Options for Compromise
The crisis in Kismaayo has the potential to undermine the government. It also threatens to bring the fragile nation back to the brink of civil war. Compromise is the only way out.
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The Somalia – Somaliland Negotiations
The recent dialogue is an encouraging step toward reconciliation. Somaliland’s grievances must be addressed adequately. But Somaliland must realize that its quest to leave the union is untenable.
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The Somali Government’s First 100 Days
On 3 March 2013 Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon stood before parliament and presented his government’s accomplishments of its first hundred days.
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The U.S. Recognition of Somalia
U.S. recognition of the government is a great opportunity that could contribute to Somalia’s effort to retake its place among the community of nations. Somalis need to understand what opportunities it avails, and what challenges are embedded with it.
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