<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">
  <channel>
    <title>DEV Community: MFT JOURNAL</title>
    <description>The latest articles on DEV Community by MFT JOURNAL (@mft_journal_553c27e287583).</description>
    <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583</link>
    <image>
      <url>https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3251792%2F32b4a5e5-120a-487d-b8fd-84414fce2459.jpg</url>
      <title>DEV Community: MFT JOURNAL</title>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583</link>
    </image>
    <atom:link rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" href="https://dev.to/feed/mft_journal_553c27e287583"/>
    <language>en</language>
    <item>
      <title>Institutional Linkages Between Government Institutions and Traditional Leadership in Maroodi Jeex Region, Somaliland</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:04:54 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/institutional-linkages-between-government-institutions-and-traditional-leadership-in-maroodi-jeex-p4m</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/institutional-linkages-between-government-institutions-and-traditional-leadership-in-maroodi-jeex-p4m</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;Author:Mohamed Farah Tahar&lt;br&gt;
Independent Researcher | Traditional Elder | Governance Analyst&lt;br&gt;
Hargeisa, Somaliland&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Abstract&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This article examines the institutional relationship between formal government structures and traditional leadership in the Maroodi Jeex Region of Somaliland. Drawing on qualitative data from interviews with government officials, traditional elders, and civil society actors, the study explores the extent to which traditional authorities are integrated into governance processes beyond conflict resolution. The findings reveal that while traditional leaders play a central role in maintaining social cohesion and legitimacy, their engagement in policy formulation and development planning remains informal and inconsistent. The paper proposes the Somaliland Framework, a hybrid governance model designed to institutionalize collaboration between traditional leadership and government institutions while safeguarding political neutrality. The study contributes to the broader literature on hybrid governance and post-conflict state-building in Africa.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Keywords: Traditional leadership, hybrid governance, Somaliland, Maroodi Jeex, decentralization, institutional integration&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Introduction&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Across much of Africa, traditional leadership continues to coexist with modern state institutions, particularly in post-conflict and fragile governance contexts. Somaliland presents a distinctive case in which customary authority has played a foundational role in peacebuilding, reconciliation, and state formation. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Maroodi Jeex Region, the political and administrative heart of Somaliland.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Despite the historical importance of traditional leaders—such as Sultans, Akils, and elders—their role within formal governance structures remains weakly institutionalized. This paper argues that the absence of a clear framework for collaboration limits both governance effectiveness and sustainable development.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Literature Review and Theoretical Framework&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;2.1 Traditional Leadership and Hybrid Governance&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Scholars of African governance increasingly recognize hybrid governance systems, where formal state institutions operate alongside customary authorities. Traditional leaders often possess local legitimacy, dispute-resolution capacity, and social trust that formal institutions lack, particularly in rural and peri-urban contexts.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;2.2 Somaliland’s Governance Experience&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland’s peacebuilding process relied heavily on clan elders and customary law (xeer), producing a relatively stable political order without extensive external intervention. However, as state institutions expanded, traditional leadership became increasingly marginalized from development planning and policy processes.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;2.3 Analytical Framework&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This study adopts a hybrid governance framework, analyzing how traditional authority can complement formal institutions through structured cooperation rather than parallel or ad hoc engagement.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Methodology&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;3.1 Research Design&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The study employs a qualitative case-study approach, focusing on the Maroodi Jeex Region as a representative administrative and political center.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;3.2 Data Collection&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Data were collected through:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Semi-structured interviews with 70 stakeholders, including:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Traditional elders&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Local and regional government officials&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Civil society representatives&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Document analysis of governance policies and customary practices&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;3.3 Data Analysis&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Thematic analysis was used to identify recurring patterns related to institutional engagement, legitimacy, political interference, and capacity constraints.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Findings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;4.1 Limited Institutional Inclusion&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Traditional leaders are predominantly engaged during crises—such as land disputes or security incidents—rather than during planning, budgeting, or implementation stages of government programs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;4.2 Political Interference and Neutrality Concerns&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The study found increasing politicization of traditional leadership, often driven by electoral competition. This undermines elders’ perceived neutrality and erodes public trust.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;4.3 Capacity and Knowledge Gaps&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Many traditional leaders lack exposure to constitutional law, decentralization policies, and administrative procedures, restricting their effective participation in formal governance.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The Proposed “Somaliland Framework”&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;To address these challenges, the paper proposes the Somaliland Framework, a structured hybrid governance model based on two institutional pillars:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;5.1 Council for Government–Traditional Liaison (CGTL)&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;A permanent advisory body at regional and district levels tasked with:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Facilitating dialogue between communities and government institutions&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Advising on culturally sensitive development policies&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Supporting early conflict prevention and mediation&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Enhancing public accountability and trust&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;5.2 Capacity Building and Legal Orientation Program&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;This program aims to strengthen traditional leadership through:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Training in constitutional law and governance principles&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Orientation on public administration and decentralization&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ethical leadership and political neutrality guidelines&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Discussion&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The findings support existing literature on the value of hybrid governance systems in fragile states. Institutionalizing collaboration with traditional leaders—rather than relying on informal engagement—can improve service delivery, reduce conflict, and enhance state legitimacy. However, this must be carefully balanced to prevent elite capture and political manipulation.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Limitations of the Study&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The study is limited to one region and relies primarily on qualitative data. Future research could incorporate comparative regional analysis or quantitative assessments of governance outcomes.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Conclusion&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Traditional leadership remains a critical yet underutilized governance resource in Somaliland. By formalizing cooperation through the Somaliland Framework, the Maroodi Jeex Region can strengthen inclusive governance, enhance social cohesion, and promote sustainable development. The study underscores the importance of context-sensitive institutional design in post-conflict governance settings.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;References (Sample – Journal can require specific style)&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Boege, V., Brown, A., &amp;amp; Clements, K. (2009). Hybrid political orders, not fragile states. Peace Review.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Bradbury, M. (2008). Becoming Somaliland. James Currey.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Logan, C. (2013). The roots of resilience: Exploring popular support for African traditional authorities. African Affairs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Menkhaus, K. (2006). Governance without government in Somalia. International Security.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Author Note&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Mohamed Farah Tahar is an independent researcher and traditional elder with academic training in public administration and governance, specializing in peacebuilding, customary institutions, and state–society relations in Somaliland.&lt;/p&gt;

</description>
      <category>leadership</category>
      <category>management</category>
      <category>science</category>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Ending Tribalism and Social Division: The Role of Traditional Leadership in Modern Africa</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:45:22 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/ending-tribalism-and-social-division-the-role-of-traditional-leadership-in-modern-africa-1b72</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/ending-tribalism-and-social-division-the-role-of-traditional-leadership-in-modern-africa-1b72</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;Ending Tribalism and Social Division: The Role of Traditional Leadership in Modern Africa&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Introduction&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Tribalism and social fragmentation remain some of the most persistent challenges undermining unity and development across Africa. When societies are divided along ethnic or clan lines, trust erodes, peace diminishes, and national progress stalls.&lt;br&gt;
However, the lasting solution lies not only in political reforms at the top, but also in restructuring and empowering traditional leadership — the most authentic representatives of grassroots communities.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Understanding the Role of Traditional Leadership in Africa&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Traditional leaders have long served as the backbone of African societies. Before the establishment of modern states, they acted as judges, mediators, and community administrators. In many countries today, such as Ghana, Botswana, and Lesotho, traditional authority still holds both legal and social legitimacy.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Example:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ghana: The 1992 Constitution recognizes traditional leadership through the National House of Chiefs, which serves as an advisory body on customary matters and conflict resolution, strengthening national unity.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Botswana: The Ntlo ya Dikgosi (House of Chiefs) formally advises the government on community and cultural issues, a system that has significantly reduced interethnic tensions.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;These examples demonstrate that when traditional institutions are formally integrated into state structures, they can serve as engines of unity rather than sources of division.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Root Causes of Tribalism and Division&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Tribalism often stems from:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Competition for power and resources.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Inequitable political representation.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Misuse of traditional authority for personal or clan gain.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Failure to manage ethnic diversity fairly.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Overcoming these causes requires an integrated state–traditional leadership model that defines clear roles and accountability mechanisms.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Building Collaboration Between Government and Traditional Leadership&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The most effective strategy is to establish a structured legal framework that formalizes cooperation between governments and traditional authorities. This can occur at three key levels:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;a) National Level:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Create a national advisory council comprising traditional leaders who contribute to policy-making on social cohesion, peace, and development.&lt;br&gt;
Example:&lt;br&gt;
South Africa’s National House of Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders plays a vital role in promoting peacebuilding and reconciliation.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;b) Regional and Local Levels:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Include traditional leaders in regional and district development committees to ensure inclusive planning and local representation.&lt;br&gt;
Example:&lt;br&gt;
In Uganda, traditional leaders collaborate with local governments to reduce community-based and ethnic conflicts.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;c) Legal Framework:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Enact laws clearly defining the powers, duties, and limitations of traditional authorities to prevent abuse and tribal favoritism.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Strengthening Unity and Social Cohesion&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Education and Capacity Building:&lt;br&gt;
Train traditional leaders in modern governance, peacebuilding, and conflict resolution.&lt;br&gt;
Example:&lt;br&gt;
Rwanda’s Gacaca Courts successfully used traditional community justice to reconcile the nation after the 1994 genocide.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Public Awareness and Dialogue:&lt;br&gt;
Implement national campaigns led by traditional and religious leaders that promote unity and discourage hate speech or tribal rhetoric.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Joint Development Initiatives:&lt;br&gt;
Governments and traditional authorities should co-manage community development projects, allowing citizens to witness the tangible benefits of collaboration.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Role of Ministries, Local Governments, and Security Agencies&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ministries of Interior and Culture should serve as the formal link between the state and traditional leaders.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Local governments should involve traditional leaders in municipal planning and social programs.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Security institutions should leverage the local knowledge and influence of traditional elders in conflict prevention and community intelligence.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Conclusion&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Eliminating tribalism in Africa requires systematic reform, education, and authentic cooperation. Traditional leaders must be viewed as integral components of national governance rather than mere cultural symbols.&lt;br&gt;
Countries such as Ghana, Botswana, and Rwanda illustrate that when traditional authority and modern governance coexist in harmony, the result is a united, just, and stable society.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Policy Recommendations&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;To apply this vision across Africa:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Establish national legislation defining the role of traditional leaders.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Create a National Council of Elders to advise on unity, culture, and peacebuilding.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Encourage academic research and civic education on the role of traditional leadership in social development and peace.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fct9wlhiqc1bsq2tnsu38.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"&gt;&lt;img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fct9wlhiqc1bsq2tnsu38.jpg" alt=" " width="720" height="595"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Mohamed Farah Tahar&lt;br&gt;
Traditional Leader and Social Policy Researcher&lt;br&gt;
Hargeisa, Somaliland&lt;/p&gt;

</description>
      <category>discuss</category>
      <category>leadership</category>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>MFT JOURNAL Publishes Independent Report on Mohamed Farah Tahar</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 20:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/mft-journal-publishes-independent-report-on-mohamed-farah-tahar-5gj7</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/mft-journal-publishes-independent-report-on-mohamed-farah-tahar-5gj7</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F3kpbvhhfq2nec9a9yba9.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"&gt;&lt;img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F3kpbvhhfq2nec9a9yba9.jpg" alt=" " width="720" height="685"&gt;&lt;/a&gt; Mohamed Farah Tahar &lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;br&gt;
    &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;MFT JOURNAL Publishes Independent Report on Mohamed Farah Tahar&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;p&gt;Independent Feature | MFT JOURNAL Newsroom | &lt;a href="mailto:journalmft@gmail.com"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;a href="mailto:journalmft@gmail.com"&gt;journalmft@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt; | Hargeisa, June 2025&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  


&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hargeisa, Somaliland –&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;em&gt;MTF JOURNAL&lt;/em&gt; has independently released an in-depth profile highlighting the remarkable journey of &lt;strong&gt;Mohamed Farah Tahar&lt;/strong&gt;, a respected Somali elder and scholar known for integrating traditional leadership with modern public policy.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;p&gt;Born in 1984 in Hargeisa, Tahar has earned national recognition for his contributions to community peacebuilding, youth education, and anti-clanism advocacy. He holds a Master's degree in &lt;em&gt;Social Research and Public Policy&lt;/em&gt; and has undergone professional training in public governance and administration.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;p&gt;The report emphasizes Tahar's role in promoting civic identity, mentoring young leaders, and mediating clan conflicts through dialogue rooted in Somali values. His work is frequently referenced in academic and policy circles across the Horn of Africa.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
    “Tahar is a vital link between the wisdom of the past and the policies of tomorrow,” says the editorial note from MFT JOURNAL.&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;/blockquote&gt;


&lt;p&gt;The publication affirms MFT JOURNAL’s ongoing commitment to documenting transformative local leadership and amplifying Somali voices in governance, education, and peacebuilding. The profile of Tahar stands as a beacon of what indigenous leadership can offer in post-conflict societies.&lt;/p&gt;

</description>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>SOMALILAND Independent Democratic State in the Horn of Africa</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:19:22 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-independent-democratic-state-in-the-horn-of-africa-1kmc</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-independent-democratic-state-in-the-horn-of-africa-1kmc</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Ffvoiintni767sd01jm6d.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"&gt;&lt;img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Ffvoiintni767sd01jm6d.jpg" alt=" " width="720" height="843"&gt;&lt;/a&gt; Mohamed Farah Tahar is an expert analyst in African politics.&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;Introduction&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Somaliland&lt;/strong&gt; is a country located in the Horn of Africa, specifically in the northern part of the continent. Since 1991, it has functioned as a fully self-governing and democratic state, with peace, stability, and effective governance. Although not internationally recognized, Somaliland possesses all the attributes of a full-fledged state.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;h2&gt;Borders of Somaliland&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;West:&lt;/strong&gt; Ethiopia&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Northwest:&lt;/strong&gt; Djibouti&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;North:&lt;/strong&gt; Red Sea (including the strategic port of Berbera)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;South Somali &lt;br&gt;
  &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Brief History&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;June 26, 1960:&lt;/strong&gt; Somaliland gained independence from Britain.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;May 18, 1991:&lt;/strong&gt; It unilaterally declared the restoration of its independence.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;A system of peace and governance was established through traditional and political conferences, such as the &lt;strong&gt;Borama Conference of 1993&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Governance System&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Official constitution (ratified in 2001)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Directly elected president&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Bicameral parliament (House of Representatives &amp;amp; House of Elders)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Independent judiciary&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Regular multiparty elections since 2002&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Security and Stability&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Own police and military forces&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Political stability&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Collaborative governance with traditional leaders&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Avoided the conflicts affecting many parts of the region&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Economy&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Livestock and related production&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Remittances from the diaspora&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Berbera port, boosted by investment from DP World&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;ICT growth and small businesses&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;h2&gt;Education&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland has a growing number of universities and higher education centers:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;University of Hargeisa&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Amoud University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Gollis University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;East Africa University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Burao University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Sanaag University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Timacadde University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Nugaal University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Future University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Alpha University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Hope University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;New Generation University&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;h3&gt;Civil Service Institute (CSI)&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;This institute provides professional training and administrative development for government staff.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Civil Society&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Political awareness campaigns&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Human rights advocacy&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Inclusion of women, youth, and persons with disabilities&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;The Importance of International Recognition&lt;/h2&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;1. Peace in the Horn of Africa&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland has demonstrated stability, governance, and security. Its recognition would support regional peace and integration.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;2. Rights of the People&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;For over 30 years, Somalilanders have expressed their will for independence. Lack of recognition limits access to international aid and development.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;h3&gt;3. Investment and Economic Cooperation&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Direct foreign investment&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Access to international financial institutions (IMF, World Bank)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Infrastructure development such as the Berbera corridor&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;4. A Model for Africa&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland can serve as an example of how peace and democracy can thrive through self-governance and internal solutions.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;5. Benefits to the International Community&lt;/h3&gt;


&lt;p&gt;Recognizing Somaliland would not only serve justice to its people, but also provide the world with a valuable partner in a strategically vital region. Some key benefits include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Strategic Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Control of the Red Sea gateway and the Gulf of Aden, crucial for global trade and maritime security.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Counter-terrorism and Anti-piracy:&lt;/strong&gt; A recognized, stable Somaliland would be a strong ally in combating extremism and ensuring regional security.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Democratic Values:&lt;/strong&gt; International recognition would strengthen democracy in Africa by rewarding peaceful and democratic state-building.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Migration and Stability:&lt;/strong&gt; A stable and recognized Somaliland would help reduce irregular migration by offering opportunities at home and ensuring governance in the region.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;h2&gt;Conclusion&lt;/h2&gt;


&lt;p&gt;Somaliland is a stable, functioning democracy with strong institutions, a unified population, and a clear vision for the future. It deserves serious international consideration for recognition as a sovereign state.&lt;/p&gt;

</description>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>SOMALILAND Independent Democratic State in the Horn of Africa</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:44:46 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-independent-democratic-state-in-the-horn-of-africa-4ch</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-independent-democratic-state-in-the-horn-of-africa-4ch</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fjq4sec46lw15lnuqix09.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"&gt;&lt;img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fjq4sec46lw15lnuqix09.jpg" alt=" " width="720" height="843"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Somaliland&lt;/strong&gt; is a country located in the Horn of Africa, specifically in the northern part of the continent. Since 1991, it has functioned as a fully self-governing and democratic state, with peace, stability, and effective governance. Although not internationally recognized, Somaliland possesses all the attributes of a full-fledged state.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Borders of Somaliland&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;West:&lt;/strong&gt; Ethiopia&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Northwest:&lt;/strong&gt; Djibouti&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;North:&lt;/strong&gt; Red Sea (including the strategic port of Berbera)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;South and East:&lt;/strong&gt; Neighboring territories&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Brief History&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;June 26, 1960:&lt;/strong&gt; Somaliland gained independence from Britain.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;May 18, 1991:&lt;/strong&gt; It unilaterally declared the restoration of its independence.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;A system of peace and governance was established through traditional and political conferences, such as the &lt;strong&gt;Borama Conference of 1993&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Governance System&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Official constitution (ratified in 2001)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Directly elected president&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Bicameral parliament (House of Representatives &amp;amp; House of Elders)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Independent judiciary&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Regular multiparty elections since 2002&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Security and Stability&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Own police and military forces&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Political stability&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Collaborative governance with traditional leaders&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Avoided the conflicts affecting many parts of the region&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Economy&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Livestock and related production&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Remittances from the diaspora&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Berbera port, boosted by investment from DP World&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;ICT growth and small businesses&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Education&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland has a growing number of universities and higher education centers:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;University of Hargeisa&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Amoud University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Gollis University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;East Africa University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Burao University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Sanaag University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Timacadde University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Nugaal University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Future University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Alpha University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Hope University&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;New Generation University&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;Civil Service Institute (CSI)&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;This institute provides professional training and administrative development for government staff.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Civil Society&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Political awareness campaigns&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Human rights advocacy&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Inclusion of women, youth, and persons with disabilities&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;The Importance of International Recognition&lt;/h2&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;1. Peace in the Horn of Africa&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland has demonstrated stability, governance, and security. Its recognition would support regional peace and integration.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;2. Rights of the People&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;For over 30 years, Somalilanders have expressed their will for independence. Lack of recognition limits access to international aid and development.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;3. Investment and Economic Cooperation&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Direct foreign investment&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Access to international financial institutions (IMF, World Bank)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Infrastructure development such as the Berbera corridor&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;4. A Model for Africa&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland can serve as an example of how peace and democracy can thrive through self-governance and internal solutions.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;h3&gt;5. Benefits to the International Community&lt;/h3&gt;


&lt;p&gt;Recognizing Somaliland would not only serve justice to its people, but also provide the world with a valuable partner in a strategically vital region. Some key benefits include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Strategic Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Control of the Red Sea gateway and the Gulf of Aden, crucial for global trade and maritime security.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Counter-terrorism and Anti-piracy:&lt;/strong&gt; A recognized, stable Somaliland would be a strong ally in combating extremism and ensuring regional security.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Democratic Values:&lt;/strong&gt; International recognition would strengthen democracy in Africa by rewarding peaceful and democratic state-building.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Migration and Stability:&lt;/strong&gt; A stable and recognized Somaliland would help reduce irregular migration by offering opportunities at home and ensuring governance in the region.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Conclusion&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland is a stable, functioning democracy with strong institutions, a unified population, and a clear vision for the future. It deserves serious international consideration for recognition as a sovereign state.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;References&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;DEV Community – GovAfrika Journal: &lt;em&gt;Somaliland at 34&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Somaliland Constitution (2001)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Reports from local universities and CSI&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;National Electoral Commission data&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Author:&lt;/strong&gt; Mohamed Farah Tahar&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;strong&gt;Email:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="mailto:journalmft@gmail.com"&gt;journalmft@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;strong&gt;Copyright:&lt;/strong&gt; CC BY-SA 4.0&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  



</description>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>SOMALILAND Dal Xor ah oo Dimuqraadi ah – Ku Yaalla Geeska Afrika</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:40:03 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-dal-xor-ah-oo-dimuqraadi-ah-ku-yaalla-geeska-afrika-5b92</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-dal-xor-ah-oo-dimuqraadi-ah-ku-yaalla-geeska-afrika-5b92</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fp6tb02ptvsbuxgmqe8gr.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"&gt;&lt;img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fp6tb02ptvsbuxgmqe8gr.jpg" alt=" " width="720" height="685"&gt;&lt;/a&gt; Mohamed Farah Tahar khabiir falanqerya siyasada Africa &lt;br&gt;
  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;Hordhac&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Somaliland&lt;/strong&gt; waa dal ku yaalla Geeska Afrika, gaar ahaan waqooyiga qaaradda. Tan iyo 1991, waxay ku dhaqmeysay madax-bannaani buuxda iyadoo leh nidaam dowladeed oo dimuqraadi ah, degan, isla markaana si nabad ah isu maamusha. Inkastoo aan weli la aqoonsan caalami ahaan, Somaliland waxay haysataa dhammaan astaamaha dowlad buuxda.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Xuduudaha Somaliland&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Galbeed:&lt;/strong&gt; Ethiopia&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Waqooyi-galbeed:&lt;/strong&gt; Jabuuti&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Waqooyi:&lt;/strong&gt; Badda Cas (dekedda Berbera)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Bariga iyo Koonfurta:&lt;/strong&gt; Dalal daris ah&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Taariikh Kooban&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;26 June 1960:&lt;/strong&gt; Somaliland waxay xornimadeeda ka qaadatay Ingiriiska.&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;18 May 1991:&lt;/strong&gt; Waxa ay si iskeed ah ugu dhawaaqday inay madax-bannaanideeda dib ula soo noqotay.&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Waxaa lagu dhisay nidaam nabadeed iyo dowlad dhisan shirar dhaqameed iyo siyaasadeed, sida kii &lt;strong&gt;Borama 1993&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Nidaamka Maamulka&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Dastuur rasmi ah (ansixiyay 2001)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Madaxweyne la doorto&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Baarlamaan laba gole ah (Wakiillada &amp;amp; Guurtida)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Garsoor madax bannaan&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Doorashooyin xisbiyo badan leh oo joogto ah tan iyo 2002&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Nabadgelyo iyo Ammaanka&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Ciidamo boolis iyo millatari u gaar ah&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Xasilooni siyaasadeed&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Wada shaqeyn dhex marta hay’adaha dowladda iyo dhaqanka&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Ka badbaaday fawdo iyo xasillooni darro ay la daalaa dhacaan dalal kale oo gobolka ah&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Dhaqaalaha&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Xoolaha nool iyo wax-soo-saarka la xiriira&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Lacagaha qurbojoogta&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Dekedda Berbera oo kobocday kadib maalgashi shirkadda DP World&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Ganacsiga ICT iyo ganacsiyada yaryar&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Waxbarasho&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Waxaa jira tiro badan oo jaamacado iyo xarumo tacliin sare ah:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Hargeysa&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Camuud&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Golis&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Bariga Afrika&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Burao&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Sanaag&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Timacadde&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Nugaal&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Future&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Alpha&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda Hope&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Jaamacadda New Generation&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;Machadka Tababarka Dawladda (CSI)&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Machadkan wuxuu si joogto ah u tababaraa shaqaalaha dawladda, isagoo kor u qaadaya tayada maamulka.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Bulshada Rayidka ah&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Wacyigelin siyaasadeed&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Ilaalinta xuquuqda aadanaha&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Ka qaybgalka haweenka, dhalinyarada, iyo dadka naafada ah&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Baahida Aqoonsiga Caalamiga ah&lt;/h2&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;1. Nabadda Geeska Afrika&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland waxay soo bandhigtay xasillooni, waxqabad, iyo amni. Aqoonsigeedu wuxuu damaanad qaadi karaa isdhexgal goboleed oo nabadeed.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;2. Xuquuqda Dadka&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Dadka reer Somaliland waxay muddo 30 sano ah muujinayaan doonista madax-bannaani. Aqoonsi la’aantu waxay xannibaysaa helitaanka caawimooyin caalami ah.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;3. Maalgashi iyo Iskaashi Dhaqaale&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Maalgashi toos ah&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Ka qaybgalka hay’adaha maaliyadeed (IMF, World Bank)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Horumarinta kaabayaasha sida dekedda Berbera&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;h3&gt;4. Tusaale Afrika u ah&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland waa tusaale ka dhigan karo sida nabad iyo doorashooyin xor ah lagu heli karo is-maamul wanaagsan.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Gabagabo&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;p&gt;Somaliland waa dal leh astaamo buuxa oo dawladnimo, degan, leh hay’ado shaqeynaya, dad mideysan, iyo rajo fog oo ay ka leeyihiin mustaqbalka. Waxaa habboon in beesha caalamka ay tixgeliso xaqa shacabka reer Somaliland ee ah in ay helaan aqoonsi buuxa oo rasmi ah.&lt;/p&gt;


&lt;h2&gt;Tixraacyo&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  &lt;ul&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;DEV Community – GovAfrika Journal: &lt;em&gt;Somaliland at 34&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Dastuurka Somaliland (2001)&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Warbixinta Jaamacadaha &amp;amp; CSI&lt;/li&gt;

    &lt;li&gt;Xogta Doorashooyinka Qaranka&lt;/li&gt;

  &lt;/ul&gt;


&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Qore:&lt;/strong&gt; Mohamed Farah Tahar&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;strong&gt;Email:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href="mailto:journalmft@gmail.com"&gt;journalmft@gmail.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
    &lt;strong&gt;Xuquuqda qoraalka:&lt;/strong&gt; CC BY-SA 4.0&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
  



</description>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Somaliland at 34 years later</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:21:24 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-at-34-years-later-4fj4</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/somaliland-at-34-years-later-4fj4</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Ff7j6v4irjm73h17fjcdr.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"&gt;&lt;img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Ff7j6v4irjm73h17fjcdr.jpg" alt=" " width="720" height="843"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland – Dal Ku Yaal Geeska Afrika&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waa dal ku yaalla Geeska Afrika, gaar ahaan waqooyiga qaaradda Afrika. Inkastoo aysan weli helin aqoonsi caalami ah, Somaliland waxay si buuxda isu maamushaa tan iyo markii ay ugu dhawaaqday madaxbannaanideeda 18-kii May 1991.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🗺️ Xuduudaha Somaliland&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waxa ay xuduud la leedahay:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ethiopia dhanka galbeedka&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jamhuuriyadda Jabuuti dhanka waqooyi-galbeed&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Badda Cas dhanka waqooyi, halkaasoo ay leedahay deked ganacsi oo muhiim ah – Berbera&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dhulka bariga iyo koonfureed ee ay la wadaagto dalal kale&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;📜 Taariikh&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waxay horey u ahayd dhul uu maamuli jiray gumeysigii Ingiriiska, iyadoo la odhan jiray British Somaliland. 26-kii Juun 1960 ayay xornimadeeda ka qaadatay Ingiriiska. Kadib muddo kooban oo ay la jirtay dal kale, waxay 18-kii May 1991 si iskeed ah ugu dhawaaqday in ay dib ula soo noqotay madax-bannaanideedii.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Shirar dhaqan iyo siyaasadeed ayaa lagu dhisay nidaam dowladeed iyo nabad waarta, waxaana shirkii Borama ee 1993 lagu doortay madaxweyne iyo golayaal sharci-dejin ah.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🏛️ Maamul iyo Siyaasad&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waxay leedahay dastuur u gaar ah oo lagu ansixiyay afti dadweyne sanadkii 2001.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Waxa jira xukuumad, baarlamaan laba gole ah (Wakiillada &amp;amp; Guurtida), iyo garsoor madax bannaan.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Waxaa dalka ka dhacay doorashooyin xisbiyo badan leh tan iyo 2002, iyadoo xukunka loo kala wareejiyey si nabad ah.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🕊️ Nabadgelyo&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waxay dhistay boolis iyo ciidan millatari u gaar ah.&lt;br&gt;
Nabadgelyada waxaa lagu sugaa iyada oo loo marayo nidaamyo dhaqameed iyo hay’ado dowladeed.&lt;br&gt;
Dalka waxa uu ka badbaaday xasaradaha amni ee ka jira dalal deris ah.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;💰 Dhaqaale&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dhaqaalaha Somaliland wuxuu ku tiirsan yahay:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Xoolaha nool iyo wax-soo-saarka la xiriira&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Lacagaha qurbojoogta (Remittances)&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dekedda Berbera oo horumartay kadib iskaashi lala galay DP World&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;ICT iyo ganacsiga yar-yar&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dowladda iyo bulshada rayidka ah ayaa si wadajir ah uga shaqeeya horumarinta kaabayaasha dhaqaalaha.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🎓 Waxbarasho&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waxay leedahay waxbarasho sare iyo jaamacado tiro badan, oo ay ka mid yihiin:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Hargeysa&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Camuud&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Golis&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Bariga Afrika&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Burao&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Sanaag&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Timacadde&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Nugaal&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Future&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Alpha&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda Hope&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Jaamacadda New Generation&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🏫 Hay’adaha Tababarka&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Machadka Shaqaalaha Dawladda (CSI) wuxuu bixiya tababaro xirfadeed iyo hagitaan maamulka, isagoo kor u qaadaya tayada shaqaalaha rayidka ah.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;👥 Bulshada Rayidka ah&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ururrada bulshada rayidka ah waxay ka shaqeeyaan:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Wacyigelin bulshada&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ilaalinta xuquuqda aadanaha&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ka qaybgalka dimuqraadiyadda iyo dowlad wanaagga&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🌐 Aqoonsi Caalami ah&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Inkastoo Somaliland aysan wali helin aqoonsi rasmi ah, haddana waxay leedahay:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Xuduud cad&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dad muwaadiniin ah&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Nidaam dowladeed&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Awood fulineed&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Doodaha aqoonsiga waxay ku saleysan yihiin xasilloonideeda, nabadgelyo iyo horumarka maamulka.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🌍 Muhiimadda Ay Leedahay Aqoonsiga Somaliland&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Aqoonsiga caalamiga ah ee Somaliland waxa uu muhiim u yahay dhowr arrimood oo is biirsaday:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Xasilloonida Geeska Afrika&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waa dal deggan oo leh nidaam dimuqraadi ah, iyadoo ku taalla goob istiraatiiji ah oo dagaallo ka jiraan.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Aqoonsigu wuxuu taageerayaa nabadgelyada gobolka iyo la-dagaallanka xagjirnimada iyo tahriibka.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Xuquuqda Dadka &amp;amp; Dadka Is-Maamula&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dadka reer Somaliland waxay si buuxda u muujiyeen rabitaankooda madax-bannaanida muddo 30 sano ka badan.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Aqoonsi la’aantu waxay carqalad ku tahay helitaanka adeegyo caalami ah, sida horumarinta caafimaadka, waxbarashada, iyo kaabayaasha dhaqaalaha.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fursadaha Maalgashi iyo Horumar Dhaqaale&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Aqoonsiga Somaliland wuxuu fure u noqon karaa:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Maalgashi toos ah (FDI)&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Ka qaybgalka hay’adaha maaliyadeed ee caalamka (IMF, World Bank, iwm)&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Xoojinta dekedda Berbera oo muhiim u ah gobolka oo dhan&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Tusaale u Noqoshada Dimuqraadiyadda Afrika&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Somaliland waxay soo bandhigtay doorashooyin xalaal ah, xukun la kala wareego si nabad ah, iyo xorriyadda hadalka iyo saxaafadda.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Aqoonsigeedu wuxuu dhiirigelin u noqon karaa dadyow kale oo Afrika ku nool oo doonaya maamul hufan iyo is-maamul dimuqraadi ah.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;📚 Tixraacyo&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;DEV Community – GovAfrika Journal: Somaliland at 34&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Warbixino ka yimid jaamacadaha Somaliland &amp;amp; CSI&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Dastuurka Somaliland (2001)&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Xogta Doorashooyinka Qaranka&lt;/p&gt;

</description>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Welcome to MFT JOURNAL on DEV!</title>
      <dc:creator>MFT JOURNAL</dc:creator>
      <pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 01:08:17 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/welcome-to-mft-journal-on-dev-2oaj</link>
      <guid>https://dev.to/mft_journal_553c27e287583/welcome-to-mft-journal-on-dev-2oaj</guid>
      <description>&lt;p&gt;Peace and welcome! This is my very first post on DEV, and I’m excited to begin sharing ideas, projects, and experiences from building an independent platform.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;📰 What is MFT JOURNAL?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;MFT JOURNAL is an independent blog based in Hargeisa, Somaliland, focused on world news, knowledge, and politics. Our mission is to share valuable insights and information that help people better understand the world and encourage progress.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;💻 Why I'm on DEV&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;I’m currently developing MFT JOURNAL using Blogger, and actively working with tools like:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Google Search Console&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Reader Revenue Manager&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Google Publisher Center&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;I’m here to share what I’ve learned, connect with others, and take part in a creative and knowledge-driven community.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🧠 What You Can Expect&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;News and commentary on global affairs&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Articles on knowledge, society, and politics&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Tips on writing and managing blogs&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Sharing experiences in building independent platforms&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;🙌 Let’s Connect&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;If you're interested in writing, independent media, or community learning — I’d be happy to connect with you.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Thanks for reading — this is just the beginning!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/LINK" class="article-body-image-wrapper"&gt;&lt;img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/LINK" alt="MFT JOURNAL - Inspire. Inform. Empower." width="800" height="400"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contact:&lt;/strong&gt; journalmft@gmail.com&lt;/p&gt;

</description>
    </item>
  </channel>
</rss>
