Is political unity in Somalia achievable? | Inside Story

Somalia has long been one of the world's most divided nations.
Government leaders in Mogadishu have struggled for decades to assert authority in many parts of the country.
The power vacuum has left Somalis with little help as they suffer from drought, famine and armed groups.
Now, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has called a meeting of regional leaders aiming to confront the challenges.
So what are the main obstacles preventing the country from coming together?
And can they be overcome?
Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom
Guests:
Abdi Ismail Samatar, Somali Senator for Somaliland.
Afyare Elmi, Research Professor, City University of Mogadishu.
Omar Mahmood, Senior Analyst for Eastern Africa, International Crisis Group.
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[@dahirdubow8636]

As long as the Halenle Camp is functioning, Somalia will never see or sense stability because it is the center of holding somalia back to the side of anarchy

[@user-mu1rz3zk2q]

It's OK bro they will go while they regarded

[@bugazi3037]

Halene get a grip minority desert dweller will be ever sidelined.

[@mash2281]

💯

[@user-ql6gp9hz7g]

U are Al Shabaab Terrorist, don't hide yourself

[@hanadadem]

Xalane anagaa iska leh, hadaan maanta xidhnana waan awoodnaa ee inagu aan heshiino

[@ADIFU1]

I applaud and thank Al-Jazeera for not bringing Matt Bryden in this topic of discussion!

[@kurobeard9467]

Finally. Why did they keep bringing back that mercenary?

[@galoolconsultinggrp893]

I agree ppl like mat Bryden shouldn’t have anything to do with Somalia politics n affairs

[@yaakcon]

Thank you for saying. That awful man has always had a divide-and-rule agenda. I am mad that he is even allowed to comment on Somali affairs.

[@countcryptonite]

Hes the most hated man in East Africa. His goal is to discredit Somali people and government. A corrupt mercenary for the enemies of Somalia. Its better to interview more balanced people. Kudos for Al Jazeera. Now its time for Al jazeera to also focus on whats going good in Somalia. Because Somalia is progerssing fast. So there is a lot of good news!

[@cabidinibrahim927]

couldn't agree more

[@farhiyajeyte]

Somalia went through a lot in the past 30 years, including war, famine and other problems. We must move forwards as a nation though it is apparent that some regions are less willing to work together than others, or else we will take many steps back. We cant look away from our problems and we need to discuss things to deal with it.

[@ProjectHyena]

Somalia doesn't exist as a nation state and shall never be.

[@003mohamud]

@@ProjectHyena Whether or not Somalia falls, Somalis are a nation, a people.

[@marianm936]

💖💖​@@003mohamud

[@Life-zz1qz]

The leadership in Mogadishu is the problem, not the other regions!

[@CaliCabdalle-qf5tf]

P,8 llplppllplpplllllllllpllllllllll​@@ProjectHyena

[@habonhajiabdi8693]

Senator Samatar's statement saying "Omar Gelle of Djibouti is the only leader of Somalia's neighboring countries who want Somali unity" isn't far from the truth!?

[@momodidi7808]

Geele is the main problem and doesn’t want Somalia and Somaliland to unite or go separate ways. He sees the impasse as advantage for his small country. He doesn’t want strong Somali state that over shines Djibouti.

[@riderm8303]

Gelle is the issue

[@Keenadiid.]

Waa been cad Lol.

[@akhaila853]

I think he meant the opposite! Gelle is part and parcel of what's holding Somalia back.

[@daljireali4783]

He is part of the problem.

[@suleimanmohamedibrahim4128]

Although Puntland was not included for this important discussion about current political situation in Somalia but overall it's good dialogue and all participants contributed greatly.

[@MoonMedia.]

It's not tribal discussion or reciprocation

[@monka9102]

Nonsense dude all of us we are tribal even xasan culusow is the leader of his mooryan group only control xamar nothing called somalia exist believe that dude 😎

[@hustlershustlers4ever541]

@@MoonMedia. how Puntland is tribal?

[@MoonMedia.]

@@hustlershustlers4ever541 puntland is for harti sub clan of darood. I'm their brother Geri koombe and I have no representation in puntland and all other Somali tribes excluding harti are same. Is puntland a nationwide shared by all?

[@user-pu5vt4sn7n]

Were puntland representatives not present at the somali parliament????

[@kemalkemal456]

Allah make easy for them the most smart people to see them like this it hurt .

[@abdimusaabdimusa8367]

The prof in all fairness shud have been the president and we will be rallying behind him given the chance. Our country needs your wisdom now more than ever.

[@Land_of_Punt]

Ordinary Somalis from all Somali lands not not just Somalia are united ☝🏾❤️🇸🇴

[@sunshineseaandvitamind8620]

Stop lying to people!

[@Ahmed-jp3eh]

What are we united on? I missed the memo

[@Land_of_Punt]

I seriously doubt you two are even Somalis just here to spread hate and misinformation. Somalis are one tribe with one religion, language, culture etc. Somalis always aid each other when calamities hit. For example the so called break away region of somaliland biggest market burned down and Somalis all over including the diaspora started raising funds to help ordinary Somalis whose livelihoods were destroyed. It’s our politicians funded and backed by foreigners that make us look disunited than we actually are.

[@kurobeard9467]

@@Ahmed-jp3eh Dont mistaken the people for the corrupt leaders. HSM doesn't represent Hawiye. He is looting Hawiye people and stealing everything. He put Salad in charge of intelligence. He brought Saxan to his inauguration. He is a clear thief no different from CCC, Gaas, Bixi, Madoobe, C/CabdiShakur, Salad, Aden Madoobe etc.

[@Land_of_Punt]

@@Ahmed-jp3eh we’re united in religion, ethnicity, language, culture, food, etc.

[@habibj6612]

Like stated in the discussion. Somalian unity can be achieved by focusing on a handful of common interests amongst ALL SOMALIS. Food security, infrastructure development, health security, education, anti-corruption, security in general. Intelligent leadership would rally around these topics. Somalia has the potential to become on of east africa's power houses in the upcoming decades. Why? Here are some reasons... 1) Coastal key geographical access to growing markets alongside the BRICS+ main routes. (Asia-Africa). 2) Demographics 3) Highly educated diaspora in various sectors like IT, economics, health (Knowledge and Skills Transfer). 4) Numerous natural resources such as iron ore, uranium, copper, tin, bauxite, gypsum, salt, and natural gas and oil. 5) Untapped potential for tourism. Let me just stop here. The list goes on btw. Unstability and internal conflicts perhibit the manifestation of a new golden somali era. Archaic clan rivalry amongst self centered "leaders" is something to be left in the past if Somalia really wants a prosperous future for ALL SOMALIS. Africas problem with weak and corrupt leadership doesn't exclude Somalia but we have seen that multiethnical nations can grow and change course effectively. Several african nations have shown that in the past. A good recent example would be the west african coastal country of Senegal. The predominantly muslim nation is multiethnic (Wolof, Pulaar, Sereer, Mandinka, Jola, Soninke and more). Around the same population like Somalia they now democratically elected a 44 year old former tax inspector who openly published his assets (His bank accounts hold roughly $6,600) beforehand. The election itself went peaceful and the results have been accepted by all participating parties. Current economic growth rate around 8,5 %. Guess what they don't have? Clan rivalry and tribal partisanship. Somalia is blocked by self induced hardheadedness and backward sectarianism. The moment these problems dissolve the horn of africa will see another golden era. Insha'Allah. Salaan my beloved brothers and sisters. ❤

[@jamesindigo4164]

This comment! 👏

[@jamalfaisal1352]

Could not said it better 💯💯🇸🇴🇩🇯🇸🇴.. Somalia has a very rich history and has so much potential. We need unity and prosperity like how our parents and grandparents etc lived peacefully

[@abdifatahahmed851]

the biggest somalia problem is foreign interference and foreign forces bases in somalia and somali politicians who are serving foreign countries like UK USA E.T.C

[@adila2442]

Many Somalis in the West would be willing to relocate but skeptical about Somalia. 1 person 1 vote is needed Get rid of corrupt leaders representing foreign interest Join BRICS. The Arab nations need to focus on isreal and Iran condlict. The USA, Arab nations, Ethiopia have less ability to interfere right now - this is the best time for Legislative change. We need to start encouraging return of Somalis to rebuild.

[@hallaali9393]

Af Yare and samantar well done . Somali people all of across the world believes (one single Somalia policy. )

[@osmansaladahmed6856]

I wonder why do most world media use worst pictures and videos from somalia when they reporting somali essue, that picuters and videos was 15 years ago, My dear reporters use the approperiate pictures and videos that represents how somalia is giong now

[@Aadane1]

Hassan Sh Maxamuud is the biggest liar he put the power to his family daughter , wife, son in law his clan

[@user-zx7gk5xv5t]

The family is vital to support the president, you haven't missed out the POTUS Tramp had all his family members sorrounded, instead bring your family when you are President

[@khalifmahmud4770]

Professor Elmi afyare it's good point

[@alifarah4857]

Djibouti is the worst neighbor we have!

[@aminajama160]

alifarah4857 Stop the propaganda Djibouti and Somaliland helped you but unfortunately, you don't want to help yourself, Guul Djibouti and Somaliland

[@bugazi3037]

@@aminajama160who’s somaliland

[@dulmidiiddhagaweeyne7537]

There's something weired and unusual here. Why didn't Al-Jazeera invite all concerned sides of the matter rather than inviting unilaterally those who are well-known for their blindly opposing views on anything/ everthing that the current regime does?

[@mohameda7585]

Who can speak for Somalia more knowledgeable than a world renowned professor, world renowned contributor and Somali federal senator?

[@galoolconsultinggrp893]

Somalia will never stand on its feet as long as foreigners are running its affairs!!

[@AbdulMajid-bc6xf]

It's high time to see that Somalia take care of their own country. Work together to be united for goodness for all.

[@moadanliveshow6759]

Very intelligent and well educated guests. Ismail and afyare are amazing 😊

[@HassanHassan-qx9qy]

In Somalia, our earnest desire is to have peace and justice. It's crucial for politicians to empathize with the growing number of people in need of assistance and humanitarian aid. The panel said true, all we ask is to live with dignity within our own country.

[@dahirnurjama4293]

Somalia's problems in depth are Hassan Sheikh, him self 100%, no doubt that.

[@mukhtaarwadani9200]

Politicians like these two Somali gentlemen on the show should’ve been in power and leading Somalia instead of the corrupt politicians who cares about filling their pockets with money.

[@ahmedismailabdullahi3821]

The president and his team felt that the unity of the country is moving in a dangerous moments. That is why the president is enthusiastic to complete the constitution, even if the process is not complete as they are claiming amendment can be done latter. The problem here is that some people want the continuation of 4.5 selection and scare of that the powers of the states will be limited.

[@KHDRsKITS]

That long coastline full of natural resources of all sorts, beautiful beaches and a country big enough to accomodate us all and yet we chose to suffer? What about the potential tourism and maritime trade? do improved agricultural techniques alone enough to sustain the lifes of many?. Somalia can do better but the question is WHEN?

[@dustyrider244]

I just do not think such a complex position can ever see a conclusion. The people are the only ones suffering

[@abdikey6255]

All are on point and I partially agree with what they have pointed out but, Aljeesara should have invited the government side to tell us their view.

[@mahamudahmed9670]

The two involved guests are GORGEOUS and well deserved to be OUR PRESIDENT AND PRIME MINISTER POSITIONS KKKK

[@Dr_MKUltra]

As a Somali 🇸🇴 I want Somalia to abandon the west and join BRICS.

[@abdulhakem143]

2024 aya la Maraya inaguna waxan is lenahay Ana landhere ah iyo Ana laandhere ah

[@anababdi3850]

I cannot wait for peace

[@Malimalii318]

The one from nairobis is just putting words together the glasses one seems very articulate

[@sabdullahi5292]

the glasses one was a university professor in the states. apart from not coming from native english speaking country , he is excellent too.

[@mohammedahmedjama]

There is no other problem in Somalia except political leaders who are running to protect their group or personal interests. Another thing is that the people of Somalia have never been the cause of all the obstacles that are happening in Somalia, and they cannot do it.

[@osmanali7928]

We’ll see where “Loo joojin maayo” takes HSM government. I am sure soon he’ll loose other FMS and international community support.

[@somaliwamid]

Lol I think that “ego” will take him no place! HSM cannot take the law into his own hands and expect to move forward. We are moving backwards every now and then. Many leaders in his goverment are nothing but deviders. This is a country that is still in anarchy and that tribalism is stll at all time high!

[@Extreme_Ethiopia]

Yes, we want our country Back.

[@mohammedhassanademadem]

What are you going about? Wdym????

[@TheAMINAW1]

We all were one Somali until the British broke us up. My father is from the Isaaq tribe in Somaliland. Our great poet and warrior Hassan fought the British and prevented them from making Somalis slaves as they did in West Africa. We fought the Portuguese to, and all other invaders. We are Somalis it is the blood line even though we came from different Tribes that has broken up into clans. We have been fighting for centuries petty of us over land that is already ours. The land belongs to all Somalis and Somalis only. My people are 200 years behind they think they are still fighting with swords. Now we have three armies with guns and bombs, pirates and planes. We are capable of wiping each other out for good. The British were wrong, Barre was wrong, and the killing of civilians were wrong. The splitting us up is wrong. All Somalis should be independent and help our country grow strong, rich and peaceful. We may have a love and ancient hatred for each other, from centuries past.That can only change for the better in time. The question is when? It is now 2024, I feel this year or 2025 this epic saga, this generational conflict will climax, this old story will end for the better or worst. However, we do have to live on the same land, and share it because, it is not yours, mine it' is ours. Separating and telling Somalis they are not Punt Lander's or Somalilander's or Somali, and they can't go here or there is wrong. Selling our land to non Somalis is wrong, and it is stealing from the Somali people. The Ethiopian MOU deal with Somaliland hasn't gone through as of yet, and if Ethiopia insist on stealing or invading our land it will be war. Honor Hassan and Huru/Horus and come together and live and let live in peace. You can't run or hide from your blood line. We can't deny that we are all Somalis. Although we embrace Allah, but we come from the god of the underworld Pluto, who has never left us. We have been living on his dark side lets change for the better, and live on his bright side moving forward. I burn a candle to honor Hassan and Huru/Horus my and our ancestors every night. Peace!

[@user-xl4ob1hq7f]

You are clinically retarded. Never bring your verbal diarrhea into public forums again.

[@zeelupine5170]

Burning a candle for the dead is a pagan tradition. Somaliland should be able to do whatever it wants on their land. They should vote on it first.

[@husseinduale1779]

Was there a government for all somalis before British came to what is now called Somaliland? No, Mogadishu and Hargeisa never had a common history. The Somali Italiano illegally occupied Somaliland for 31 years untill there were forcefully ejected in 1991. Somaliland is now free from Somalia's occupation. Let them deal with their own problem. It's not our problem.

[@The-Heart-Will-Testify]

During the ottomans , Somalia region was powerful. Became weak since the fall of ottomans in world war 1...

[@mohammedhassanademadem]

You are pagan mushirk 708. Somaliland is fought and will forever be fighting tooth abd nail for our honour, dignity, and values/priniciples. Blood, Sweat, Tears.... Up you SNM Warriors Come on 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪

[@smssms7974]

Somaliland is NOT part of federal Somalia. Somaliland was independent before Somalia in 26 June 1960. After failed union it took back its independence in 18 May 1991 after Somalia Carried out Genocide in Somaliland in1988.

[@gabrielabdul8372]

Yeah you can take your isaaq clan regions only.

[@scherzer6428]

Really when did that happen, currently we are in playing with you guys in goojacade lol

[@thermite8011]

You do know the north literally voted for unification. You guys asked for it 😭😭😭 And on top of that "somaliland" doesnt even control territory outside of hargeisa, burco and berbera. Its embarrassing how you claim to be a nation but a poorly armed militia in sool managed to kick you out 💀

[@thermite8011]

You talk about genocide (AUN to all the people who died i dont agree with genocide regardless) but the SL military is complicit in genocide and is on genocide watch for the crimes against humanity it committed in laascaanood. You people have zero morals you even mortared a masjid. The "Somaliland" military is not a military but a treasonous terrorist militia.

[@FM-vq4dz]

@@thermite8011 you hating for reason but we all know reality 😂😂 somaliland control everything county in their territory it’s somalia the one who controls just the capital city Mogadishu and after 31 years still can’t find the solution and how to secure it’s citizens safety

[@mohammedali5936]

This is one of the best debate about somali political impass. The three guest speakers are well grounded in the subject and are honest.

[@jamahusseinmohamud9126]

Funny some of those pictures aren’t even Somalia

[@alifarah4857]

Oil-rich Puntland will not stop for puppets ❤

[@skp8748]

😂 beenta

[@Puntland1]

Been maxa ka dhigay Ceelka ugu dheer wuxu ku yala SSC/Khatuma holol and Puntland has the longest coast in all of Somalia 🇸🇴

[@skp8748]

@@Puntland1 puntland is somalia

[@LegendaryMaestero]

​@@Puntland1 Ssc Khaatumo is independent,the oil rich Land is ours and we part of federal government 💯 Puntland just wanted to grab large portion the same way Somaliland did in siyad Barre regime 😂😂😂we know each other 😅

[@Puntland1]

@@LegendaryMaestero Its obvious you are not from SSC/Khatumo. Puntland does not need to grab land fr0

[@user-zx7gk5xv5t]

It is impossible for Somali political union after the powerful Central government of Siyad Barre fallen. But, one thing is for sure and no one could change or undermind. The Somali peoples unity is very much there and will always be there!

[@wardoonacademy]

Ethiopia is the problem of Somalia, the only country dividing it, they want to recognize all the states of Somalia as hostile independent states.

[@AMA-wm7wy]

amd I as a Somali young man will fight tooth and nail to make sure our country is liberated and prosperous. I know that isn't what they like to see.

[@The_Observer0000]

Somaliland is not Somalia. The professor is lying Somaliland ask people from Bay and Bakool whose security depends on Ethiopian Forces.

[@abdiabdullahi]

As a Somali, I have been asking myself this question for the past few decades. Is political unity in Somalia achievable? Unfortunately, the answer is no.

[@queentanya3787]

Forget about iidor yagu Federalka Kama tirsana lkn kuwii Federalka ka tirsanaa ee Puntland ayaaba SaaS u dhaqmaayo. Ceebey tacaal 😂😂 ​@Somaliaonenation

[@AM-uo6yn]

Why did you only invite the opponents of the direction of the government. To be impartial, you should have also invited politicians who support the current direction of the government to defend their position.

[@FeisalMAhmed]

At this time , constitutional issues don't appropriate to discuss it due to decentralized powers that exists in the country and the points that were changed the constitution may escalate conflicts between Federal Government and states.

[@monka9102]

Only solution in somalia is three states Somaliland puntland and southern community

[@AMA-wm7wy]

Absolute bullshit and im from Somaliland

[@art_lto2450]

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐋𝐢𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝✨🙌

[@ibrahimhassan711]

Isreal is more of a country than Somaliland

[@ahmedmohamud1619]

Pro Samatar went to Somalia 🇸🇴, looking for a political position, and lucky got it . But no sooner, he started dividing the somali community 😂

[@moeawale4891]

Prof Samata is not national leader, he is not minister, he is current or former regioal warlords. He is simple a intelelectual anf technorat. He cannot do much else. The only thing he can do is to give advice to the president about relevant foreign policy issues. And he is doing his best and superb job. One couldn't ask more than that.

[@SakiQalbi]

Indeed, Somalia's problems are not small. a head of state that does not allow to be ordered, 8 differnt presidents, a constitution based on clans and Ethiopia that has never leave our affaira alone is the problem.

[@Abdal252]

me as Somali live in Mogadishu, the absolute answer is no!, Somalia needs its own way of government, 4.5 clan based federal will never work it will only increase extremism, who will allow 2024 you are less citizen or half citizen 1/2, the answer is no, they will never be loyal to the government and will prefer resistant like al-Shabaab or any other form. I'm civilian and there is something we cant say because of our security.

[@dna_blues01]

@aljazeera you have to know guys. These 4years daarood clan will comment only negative things, while hawiye (current in the power) will only talk about prosperity. These people are just a joke.

[@user-uc9br8ry9d]

All this images are only from southern somalia but puntland and somaliland covering 70 of the country are stable region no famine war or so on...

[@AbukarMDeerow]

All these problems are coming from Halane our Somalia Leader has to shut off all Halane and let leave all those who are in that place they are destroying our Nation the master mind is coming from there period.

[@manineima4398]

Viva somaliland

[@The-Heart-Will-Testify]

I was just talking to someone in Somalia and they had no issues with food😂. Matter of fact they were eating more than me. Is this about rural areas in the desert?

[@kingsiddiq4153]

That’s what I never understood the city population are always doing good!!!!

[@The-Heart-Will-Testify]

@@kingsiddiq4153 it's always poor in majority of rural areas in any country. Especially when the country is corrupt.

[@kamildiriye6163]

Most speakers are correct, but it would be better to invite people with different opinions who view the constitution positively. Somalia is a country of small tribes, where each tribe lives in its own territory. The first problem is that Somalia's federal system has never worked, since there are no collective tribes that can form a regional government.

[@jamaismail2024]

When it comes to Puntland its first state in this country and it has enought resource oil rich and two busy Ports Bossaso and Garacad, in the North Somalia and throughout Gult Aden.

[@mohamedmohamed-ev2pt]

I don’t think our country will ever be the same around this era of time…probably in 15-25 years yeah

[@mohamedmohamed-ev2pt]

Just not now

[@user-lb1qn6wf6c]

No, Somalis do not want their country back! Anyone who knows a little about Somalia knows this fact.

[@afarah5712]

Are you retarded?

[@alialasabdullahi1599]

Together, we stand and shine, divided we fall@ let us hold heads and move forward. We are the most blessed people on earth. The future is bright ❤

[@user-fn6ox2dm9b]

﴿وَيُحِقُّ اللَّهُ الحَقَّ بِكَلِماتِهِ وَلَو كَرِهَ المُجرِمونَ﴾ [Yūnus: 82] (82) And Allāh will establish the truth by His words, even if the criminals dislike it." - English Translation

[@mohamedamir5288]

Aj missed the opportunity to balance the program. They are all on one side. To make a good program, there must be contrasting pioneers where here they are all on one side

[@user-dc4ko4tn3z]

As long as the gulf states won’t stop interfering in Somalia politics, security, peace won’t exist.

[@ALFIEA]

They should recognize Somaliland as its the only one achieving its own success with little outside influence

[@ibrahimhassan711]

No nation of the planet would willingly forsake 1/4 of their territory. If they want to be independent so badly they should fight a war of succession but they won’t simply because the majority don’t want to kill kin over some artificial colonial boundary. Go to Berbera, Go to Burco even parts of Hargeisa most people ain’t with this disease of division. They only people that want division are those who will gain the most from it financially, they want to line their pockets by exploiting their people. I’m just glad nobody allowed mining and fracking to take place when we were much more unstable and vulnerable position.

[@ibrahimrooney207]

The video features a valuable discussion with knowledgeable experts, but there are a couple of aspects that could be enhanced. First, the use of older and unnecessary clips by Al Jazeera doesn't fully capture the current state of Somalia. While challenges persist, there are positive developments that could have been showcased for a more balanced perspective. Additionally, the absence of a pro-federal government participant in the discussion creates a bias, limiting diverse viewpoints on governmental strategies and decisions. Including a broader range of perspectives would have enriched the conversation and promoted fairness.

[@ahmedabdullahi793]

Please correct the Name not Hassan sheikh Mohammed but Hassan sheikh Mohamuud

[@aliibrahim4772]

Who cares?...

[@Abddi-wu8gh]

The question is can Hassan mud and his tribal politician achieve thier day dream ..... Hassan isn't a president of Somalia he is one of the tribal leader in moqdisho....

[@sabirabdirahman5744]

FYI it will work inshallah

[@kurobeard9467]

Hassan is not a tribal leader. He steals from Hawiye all the time. He can't steal from Puntland and other sbecause he can't control them. Most of his investments come from stealing SNA and traveling allowance (Hawiye people taxes). Don't misunderstand here. If an election was held today in Mogadishu Sharif or Farmaajo would win as they are the most honest politicians.,

[@user-rw3rt1dh1m]

The destruction of somalia startedfrom siyad Barre regime was orchestrated out side especially from neighbouring countries who act to facilities foreign interest.

[@muzamilali2949]

We don't need as somali citizens to listen negative analysis regarding where we are going we need to go forward because the majority of somali pupils they have representatives in the Parliament then who missing as citizens we need to vote regarding our future and we need 1 man 1 vote period

[@amam2011]

You showing incorrect map. Check it again.

[@abdirahmandirye5543]

I lose interest in Samaters, ever since I was a teen. they're smart, articulate can elaborate a complicated ideas and present a digestible chunks for they've teaching in the West and South African universities.

[@user-lz1kf3lj3z]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@drivethrive123]

Al Jazeera Is my favorite channel! But when it comes to Somalia experts you always bring someone who is corrupt, biased or criminal. Please do find someone who is trustworthy. Thank you

[@M-32-]

problem is all Somali Politicians are corrupt, biased and criminals.

[@abdihakimmohamed3196]

So you prefer Ethiopian person to speak on behalf of Somalia is that what you want to see

[@sahala.moktar9308]

Who is the corrupt one rather than Hassan Sh. Mahmoud

[@mohamedabdihassan3968]

President hassan shiek is working on to up lift Somalia from the thrush and Puntland attempts to thwart the efforts of every president in pursuit of their objectives but hassan knows how to deal with them

[@nazeerarale3639]

I believe Somalia is heading in the right direction now, and I'm fully behind the current leadership. We'll achieve stability despite certain individuals spreading negativity. Let's stay positive and keep supporting progress together. Take care!

[@ibrahimhassen9450]

Progress?, let's say he is your uncle, and he will end up the banaadir president which is a 3 km president, not only him but the rest of the states 😢

[@Hassan-dd4yo]

The main problem of our country is the foreign interference and corruption and also the leaders who are willing to make their own benefits .

[@Succes_succes]

Hey world we are rich people we are smart people we don’t need any help today Stop using the bad side pics ans clips in our country 🇸🇴❤️🇸🇴

[@captainaydarus]

anyone can talk abour Somali politics but the reality is somali people are divided tribes and they use it as politic positions and that's reason they behind near countries

[@skp8748]

Clans not tribes

[@farahdahir8554]

Last 33 years Somalia suffer from western, neighbouring countries and Some gulf countries's direct Political interventions with the help of some so-called Somali Politicians who always benefit from the distribution and destabilisation of their own country, Also Somali nomadic culture of killing each other for hundreds of years is part of the problems This time is worst because most of uneducated people are in both houses of the parliament, ministers and other government sectors, We are a way too far from becoming stable and stronger Somali same as before 1991.

[@kingsiddiq4153]

The crazy part lot of these politicians or minsters in Somalia 🇸🇴 are illiterate let alone don’t have degrees!!!!

[@user-bb3wb2cn9r]

Somalia constitution is a temporary .president Hasan Shiek he has a full authority to develop the temporary constitution the parliaments of Somalia government is 4.5 tribal government what this gentleman is a refugee in USA also he is from somaliland I.e this man is not from Mogadishu citizen Al jazera tv should not interview people which r not from 4.5 tribal government President Hasan shiek his modification of the Tamparory constitution is 98%correct while the 4.5 parliaments voted 💯 accepted the new draft of modifications of the temporary constitution ❤❤❤

[@dirayamohamed347]

Somalian politics can be solved without United Arab Emirates involving dividing Somalian people because they worry Somalia have a biggest seacoast in Africa. Africa can be Somalian Hopp for a C land. Dubai is dividing Somalian, but another storm is coming for you. Big rising building will be in. Somalia guarantee guarantee guarantee.

[@user-mc2pg3hs6g]

It's shameless to fight tribalism in this century

[@user-lb1qn6wf6c]

The "Senator" from Somaliland accuses politicians of being power mongers. Yet he calls himself a "senator" and claims to talk out of "authority." Who elected him? Can he even go to Somaliland? Whom is he deceiving? He talks good English by a Somali standard, and I will give him that. May be it is because his Senatorial office is in Minneapolis 😅

[@hassan6692]

He is a veteran and renowned professor at university of Minnesota.

[@moeawale4891]

First thing first : somali federalism to function properly and without paralysis like any other international system based on national government based on constitutional federalism in the world, there must be defined separation of powers and jurisdictions over few things in the federal entity versus regional entities. Anything related to foreign policy issues, defense and national security issues plus all other things related to finance and monetary system should be the under sole jurdiction of federal level. Everything else is negotiable. There shouldn't be an imaginary and cherry-picking of here and there things without fixed rule.

[@abdisalamraabi9092]

Why always the media take the worst pictures Somalia 🇸🇴 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@reeddempter6079]

Yeah why not with a bit being nationalist 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@mowliali]

Great news from Aljazeera for recognising Somaliland by limiting the to Somalila and it is in fact a Somalia problem and not Somaliland.

[@mohammedkoriohaji-vh1sq]

Omar mahmood your great Lai you don't say ture what's going on in somalia and how is courseing all of this trouble or conflict sincerely it's president Hassan sheikh ,, sonoter abdi seid everything he say it's true

[@faradherejangafai5493]

The inclusivity address here doesn't exist in Xasan Sheekh Maxamuud dictionary. This politics of Xasan Sheekh Maxamuud will again delay the long ongoing reconciliation

[@kiwawahah]

world should recognize somaliland as foreign country

[@prosl11]

There will be never be polyival.unity as there is a power struggle between 2 mayor tribes hawiye and darood who consumes all mayor positions and will not allow any other somali to rule or have power therefore somalia is a failed state

[@justaweirdo8377]

Somalia needed to be dismantled as a four different small countries like Khalij and they can evolve from there, because of selfishness by the positions. Somaliland is already gone for good, but the rest are not ready to be govern by demococarcy and free election. Imagine up til now they do not want to accept one vote one man. They buy their vote by money. This is not the way that you can govern a country. The positions are very corrupt and need to be addressed. I'm Somalian who like to help Somalians

[@bugazi3037]

Minority desert dwellers can’t afford to be a country Mogadishu never allow them we rather have them become refugees.

[@Joseph_habesha]

Ethiopia was supporting Alshabab, why did Somalia invite Ethiopian troops to protect civilians in Somalia? Doesn't make any sense

[@user-mu1rz3zk2q]

He is the one who doing this his not Somalia president by the waye what we go thru is something we know how it happened who was behind so we never cried we never complained as long we know who is behind its ok for us because we know will take our ravaged UEA ,UK they waiting for there time

[@ciilowtell9321]

254 Praliment members has voted the constitution changes and the somali people are happy about it

[@Yusufbaashi]

All somalis are happy 😂 only you and your tribe are happy we are not happy

[@mahamadali5043]

Corrupted mps ur talking abt.this constitution is the future of all somali pple not for few exceptional ppl.

[@sabaxalnur]

There international community is a part of the problem, because they give money to the regional states and that widens the rift between the federal government and its regional state. The federal government does not know on how its used. This is the main problem caused by international donors

[@ALFIEA]

Al Jazeera recycling the same old news every month about somalia. They always talking about somalia when they can't find a better story. Its getting boring. Copying CNN is not working for you.

[@mo435]

Qatari backed media interviewing Qatari backed individuals who oppose and undermine the sovereignty of Somalia consistently. Nothing to see here. Those men call themselves Somali but it’s clear that they are bought and paid for, absolutely despicable.

[@masale]

Once again Al Jazeera inviting Crisis group to talk about Somali affairs. We have scholars and experts of Somali origin and you keep inviting Matt and his Crisis group who disseminate disinformation about Somalia. Ethiopia was and is never a security partner. Secondly, I'm glad Afyare Elmi finally woke up and sees that having these clan fiefdoms is not good and can easily be taken over by the likes of Ethiopia. He has defended this in the past, write paper and worked for HIP think tank. If his sudden change of heart is sincere or not, I'm glad he is speaking it now. Lastly, professor Samatar for all the intellectual prowess you possess you choose to be nothing more but an opposition with no real tangible solutions. I agree with you that HSM is nothing more but a clan obsessed mafia trying to get more power. But when you had someone who was advocating for Somali unity and bringing this renegade so called FMS under the federal government, you acted petulant and called him named. You sided with HSM when any normal person could see, with all the flaws Farmaajo had, HSM was never the answer. And you sided with him, now you are against him? Why so shoreside? Somalis don't have long term vision, just current grievance. Shame