For many years, there has persisted a notion that the Somali state could be reconstituted under a government based in Mogadishu. Yet, for a multitude of reasons, this vision has never materialised. I shall not dwell excessively on the causes, though a few are worth noting. Firstly, the communities of Mogadishu have long displayed a certain aversion to structured governance. Secondly, the enduring threat shabaabistes has gravely undermined stability. Thirdly, corruption has taken deep root, eroding the very moral fabric of the city. It sometimes seems that the Somali soul itself has withered in Mogadishu.
nonetheless international donors continue to operate under the illusion that the state can be rebuilt from there is an illusion that all Somalis, deep down, recognise as impossible. Even the communities of Mogadishu themselves, in their hearts, understand this reality. Over the years, communities in the north east have repeatedly sought to revive governance in the south. The late Cabdullahi Yusuf colonel yey inkaarqabihi mudug joke he said that him self about him self, alahu naxariste and subsequently General Cadde used Puntland’s resources and influence to breathe life back into Mogadishu an act of genuine nobility. Yet now that those who consider themselves the “owners” of Mogadishu occupy the seat of power, they behave as though they are beyond accountability what sos ever indeed.
It is time to change the game. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud thought he could reshape the rules by manipulating the constitution, but this strategy has failed. For years, Somalis believed that reconciliation between the Darood and Hawiye clans would revive the Somali nation, and that such unity might eventually extend to Somaliland, encompassing the Isaaq and Dir. However, this endeavour has not succeeded, for the Darood find it difficult to excel politically when dealing with the Hawiye. Conversely, the Darood have demonstrated far greater success and maturity when engaging with the Dir and Isaaq communities of Somaliland.
Though historical tensions between the Darood and Isaaq remain, these are primarily of a tribal nature and seldom extend into politics. Admittedly, there are disagreements concerning unity and secession, yet in recent years Puntland has shown remarkable political maturity by acknowledging that the Isaaq people have the right to pursue their own aspirations. This evolution in attitude marks a commendable step towards mutual respect.
Indeed, the Darood tend to thrive in their relations with the Isaaq. For Puntland, Somaliland represents an admirable example many of its best administrative and civic practices have been emulated from there. Conversely, Somalilanders, though capable, sometimes lack the dynamism and boldness what one might call kudhac that characterises the people of Puntland. Puntlanders possess a remarkable spirit of adventure, a willingness to act and to innovate. One need only observe how Garowe has been transformed from a small village into a flourishing capital to appreciate this industrious energy. Today, Puntland boasts three major urban hubs, four if we include Qardho. Garowe itself is a model of urban planning, from which cities in Somaliland could learn much.
Therefore, I propose that we set aside the endless entanglements with the Rahanweyn and Hawiye, and instead focus on forging a genuine partnership between Puntland and Somaliland. These two entities could form a parallel government in which both share equally each owning fifty percent of all national institutions and responsibilities. Such an arrangement would naturally resolve the Maakhir and Khatumo questions as well.
This new government could operate under a joint flag symbolising unity using elemets of the SL and Pl flag as a new flag , while allowing each region to retain its own state flag as a mark of identity. Leadership could alternate between the two regions every five years, with the presidency and premiership rotating accordingly every 5 years indeed..
i think could work in the long run lets think outside the box just for once, i also want puntland to absorb the entire galmudug in the long run this will make puntland multi tribal and Somaliland already being multi tribal if go by the Colonial bounderies between Somaliland and Puntland. So puntland will consist of Darood marexaan majeerteen leelkasle awrtable carab salax some warsnagalis habargedir Marexaan. and Dir. And Somaliland wll be Dir isaaq and some warsangali and dhulbahante , multi tribal , yet we have united the nation.
nonetheless international donors continue to operate under the illusion that the state can be rebuilt from there is an illusion that all Somalis, deep down, recognise as impossible. Even the communities of Mogadishu themselves, in their hearts, understand this reality. Over the years, communities in the north east have repeatedly sought to revive governance in the south. The late Cabdullahi Yusuf colonel yey inkaarqabihi mudug joke he said that him self about him self, alahu naxariste and subsequently General Cadde used Puntland’s resources and influence to breathe life back into Mogadishu an act of genuine nobility. Yet now that those who consider themselves the “owners” of Mogadishu occupy the seat of power, they behave as though they are beyond accountability what sos ever indeed.
It is time to change the game. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud thought he could reshape the rules by manipulating the constitution, but this strategy has failed. For years, Somalis believed that reconciliation between the Darood and Hawiye clans would revive the Somali nation, and that such unity might eventually extend to Somaliland, encompassing the Isaaq and Dir. However, this endeavour has not succeeded, for the Darood find it difficult to excel politically when dealing with the Hawiye. Conversely, the Darood have demonstrated far greater success and maturity when engaging with the Dir and Isaaq communities of Somaliland.
Though historical tensions between the Darood and Isaaq remain, these are primarily of a tribal nature and seldom extend into politics. Admittedly, there are disagreements concerning unity and secession, yet in recent years Puntland has shown remarkable political maturity by acknowledging that the Isaaq people have the right to pursue their own aspirations. This evolution in attitude marks a commendable step towards mutual respect.
Indeed, the Darood tend to thrive in their relations with the Isaaq. For Puntland, Somaliland represents an admirable example many of its best administrative and civic practices have been emulated from there. Conversely, Somalilanders, though capable, sometimes lack the dynamism and boldness what one might call kudhac that characterises the people of Puntland. Puntlanders possess a remarkable spirit of adventure, a willingness to act and to innovate. One need only observe how Garowe has been transformed from a small village into a flourishing capital to appreciate this industrious energy. Today, Puntland boasts three major urban hubs, four if we include Qardho. Garowe itself is a model of urban planning, from which cities in Somaliland could learn much.
Therefore, I propose that we set aside the endless entanglements with the Rahanweyn and Hawiye, and instead focus on forging a genuine partnership between Puntland and Somaliland. These two entities could form a parallel government in which both share equally each owning fifty percent of all national institutions and responsibilities. Such an arrangement would naturally resolve the Maakhir and Khatumo questions as well.
This new government could operate under a joint flag symbolising unity using elemets of the SL and Pl flag as a new flag , while allowing each region to retain its own state flag as a mark of identity. Leadership could alternate between the two regions every five years, with the presidency and premiership rotating accordingly every 5 years indeed..
i think could work in the long run lets think outside the box just for once, i also want puntland to absorb the entire galmudug in the long run this will make puntland multi tribal and Somaliland already being multi tribal if go by the Colonial bounderies between Somaliland and Puntland. So puntland will consist of Darood marexaan majeerteen leelkasle awrtable carab salax some warsnagalis habargedir Marexaan. and Dir. And Somaliland wll be Dir isaaq and some warsangali and dhulbahante , multi tribal , yet we have united the nation.
