Somalia
Somalia’s federal conflict may polarise nation
Chronic infighting between the federal government and regional states has undergone a serious escalation
SomaliaUS military can slow but not stem Somali jihadist tide
US counterinsurgency operations in Somalia are intensifying, but so is jihadist activity
SomaliaBan on Somali ex-militant may have unintended impact
A former jihadist’s political ambitions have shone a light on difficult questions of amnesty and rehabilitation
SomaliaSomali federal faultlines may pose lasting challenge
Recurrent disputes between the regional and central governments revolve around contests over power and resources
SomaliaSomalia’s missteps will resonate at home and abroad
Somalia faces complex foreign policy dilemmas, but its handling of them creates new challenges for the government
SomaliaChallenges lie ahead for Somalia-Ethiopia port pact
A port development plan promises mutual benefit, but the operating environment is fraught
SomaliaSomalia-Somaliland conflict may defy quick resolution
Vested interests complicate the prospects for a rapid end to fresh fighting in the disputed border region
SomaliaEthiopia-Somalia integration will meet suspicion
A pledge for greater economic integration between Ethiopia and Somalia must overcome political distrust
Ethiopia
