Opinion

The war on terror, Somali Minnesotans -- and ill-informed investigators

MAR 22, 2009

Barely a year has passed since the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) developed a set of so-called appropriate language to discuss and depict Al-...

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The Application of Shari’a Laws in Somalia

MAR 20, 2009

Shari’a has been accepted and partially implemented in Somalia throughout its history. However, modern call for Shari’a is ascribed to the Islamic...

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Obama lacks interest in Africa

MAR 19, 2009

The first tip-off as to where Africa ranks in importance in the new Obama Administration was Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s remarks at her con...

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Somali Diplomatic Missions Abroad

FEB 21, 2009

It is a sad reminder of the magnitude of the work waiting for the incoming Foreign Minister of Somalia....

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The History of Chauvinism-Created Union

FEB 21, 2009

A union, when it is about countries, is an act of uniting two or more countries with the objective of enhancing strength and advancing common interest...

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What Kind Priorities Should Sheikh Sharif Have?

FEB 18, 2009

The elimination of tribalism, ignorance, injustice and the raise of clan-based terrorist groups in Somalia should be the newly elected popular Somali ...

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The Hero: President Ismail Omar Guelleh

FEB 18, 2009

We are witnessing rallies supporting the new Somali government, and rightly so, because it is a credible government led by people who care about their...

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Is Puntland president right to sue Amin Amir?

FEB 18, 2009

Puntland president, Abdirahman Mohamud Farole, is at loggerheads with Amin Amir, Somalia's celebrated cartoonist, over a cartoon that drew attention ...

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Can the current Transitional Federal Government formed in Djibouti succeed?

FEB 15, 2009

I will pray for its success. But we have to review what tumbled historically earlier transitional governments and the national Somali government in 1...

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State formation starts after consensus on fundamental challenges of Somali conflict

FEB 14, 2009

At the outset, I share the sincere gratitude and praise expressed towards the Government and people of Djibouti for their endless efforts of hosting n...

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