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Somalia’s Uphill Battle Against Corruption

Corruption in Somalia has a long and difficult road ahead in its fight against corruption. This widespread issue, affecting both public and private sectors, acts like a heavy weight holding the country back from progress. Imagine trying to build a house with shaky foundations – that’s what corruption does to development and trust in government.

To tackle this challenge, Corruption in Somalia has taken some steps. They created an Anti-Corruption Commission in 2011, hoping to stamp out bribery and dishonest practices. However, the situation remains concerning, as shown by their ranking on a global corruption index – they came in last place.

Another effort involved setting up a joint financial board in 2012 to ensure transparency in managing government funds and aid from other countries. Additionally, the public sector went through a complete overhaul in the same year.

While these initiatives are positive, there’s still a lot of work to be done. Fighting corruption requires a united front – the government, international organizations, and everyday citizens all need to work together. Only then can Corruption in Somalia build a system where everyone plays by the rules and the country can move forward on a stronger foundation.

ANALYSES

Jubaland Cuts Ties with FGS, Presses Ahead with Elections

by Jama

November 10, 2024

Kismayo, SOMALIA - Jubaland has pushed forward with its electoral process, defying the Federal Government of Somalia's (FGS) attempts to ...

Features

FGS Blocks Jubbaland MPs from Kismayo Visit

by Dalmar

November 4, 2024

Mogadishu, SOMALIA - More than 30 Members of Parliament (MPs) from Jubbaland have reportedly been blocked from traveling to Kismayo ...

Features

NCC Delays FMS Elections in Apparent Federal Election Ploy

by Jama

October 30, 2024

Mogadishu, SOMALIA - The National Consultative Council (NCC) has released a communique stipulating new timelines for local and regional elections, ...

Features

Kenya Further Restricts Somali Travel Despite Somalia’s EAC Membership

by Jama

October 23, 2024

In a development that has raised serious about Somalia's place in the East African Community (EAC) and the benefits of ...

Rule of Law & Corruption

Abdirahman Abdishakur Accuses Government Corruption in Sale of Public Land

by Jama

October 22, 2024

Mogadishu, SOMALIA - MP Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame, the Drought Relief Envoy of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has accused the government ...

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Madobe Blocks Hassan Sheikh’s Mandate Extension Plan at NCC

by Dalmar

October 6, 2024

Mogadishu, SOMALIA - The ongoing National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting in Mogadishu has hit a major stumbling block, with Jubaland ...

Rule of Law & Corruption

Somalia’s Transport Ministry Director Sparks Outrage with Divisive Remarks

by Dalmar

September 17, 2024

Mogadishu, SOMALIA - In a shocking display of divisive rhetoric, Bashir Moalim Ali Hassan, the Director General of Somalia's Ministry ...

Features

PSF Threatens Bosaso Airport, Escalating Criminal Activities

by Jama

September 14, 2024

Bosaso, PUNTLAND - The self-proclaimed Puntland Security Forces (PSF) have once again issued threats against airlines operating at Bosaso Airport, ...