Author: Abdihakim Kalale

With a population of nearly 6 million, Somaliland has registered 1.2 million voters. A large number of political organizations and three presidential candidates are vying for support: Abdirahman Cirro (Waddani Party), Muse Bihi (Kulmiye Party), and Faysal Ali Warabe (UCID Party). The voting is expected across different regions, with forecasts on how the candidates may perform: This forecast was made by Minister Osman Dubbe, who has extensive experience with Somaliland elections and is well-versed in the factors that could influence the outcome, such as clan dynamics, alliances, business influences, and foreign interest in Somaliland’s strategic location. History of General Elections…

The influence of the United States and its internal affairs consistently resonates across the world, especially in regions of heightened tension. Some even argue that the U.S. itself has been a catalyst for such conflicts, pointing to the crises in the Middle East, China-Taiwan, Ukraine, and across Africa. Here, we explore how Trump’s election might shape the Horn and East African regions—areas already grappling with challenges such as insurgency, humanitarian crises from extended droughts, and state-building efforts that have drawn a range of actors with competing interests. We’ll examine these effects on a country-by-country basis, highlighting both the positive and…