Public Policy maven, former Secretary General of Benadir Regional Administration (BRA) & Mogadishu Municipality. Proud
@HowardU
Alumni. RTs are relevant
Somalia —A society that is over 50% female that has no chances to network/seek jobs & when they do, they’re harassed.
Today, in desperation, this young lady stands in 90-degree weather at the crossroads of a busy street near KM4.
Iglan is uni graduate. Her contact details 👇🏾
See you soon Aabe macaan—Ilaahey ha ku nabad aruursho.
Reer Somaliwayne aabahay si wanaagsan baad usoo dhawaysan ee Ilaahey ha idin sharfo.
Mahadbadan team
@MogBF
casumaada aad u fidiseen Aabe iyo inta dhalinyaro oo ka faiideysatay waqtigiisa iyo aqoontiis.
#dadgirl
#girldad
Meet Mohamed, on TikTok he is known as Mohan. We met today on my walk, a lively & bright kid. His dream is to study in the US. While mine is to see him thrive in his home land.
May Somali leaders rise to the occasion & understand the value of human capital —future is youth!
A stolen moment with "Mohamed Haldoor" a self-made journalist, radio producer & broadcaster of Radio Hargeisa. He is a living example of optimism, owning your truth, living it & being it. He will be publishing a book soon, so keep an eye out.
Congratulations Aabe Prof
@Malak1Mohamed
Mukhtar. This is a groundbreaking achievement. Thank you for adding substance to the discussion of Somali history. Take advantage of the book launch in Mogadishu this month. Details to follow…
Pleasure meeting with President Dr.
@HassanSMohamud
. Discussed pressing national & sub-national issues. Always a joy recalling his longstanding friendship with three generations of Malaq Mukhtar family. Wish you a great success with your inspiring national agenda Mr. President.
BRA SG was not a job but a calling to be part of something greater than myself, to stand for something & drive tangible change that is felt by over 3 mil population. I thank almighty Allah for the opportunity to serve. I treasure my colleagues & staff for their relentless support
Arrived in
#Djibouti
for the annual
@HIPSINSTITUTE
Forum for Ideas with some of Somalia’s phenomenal, trailblazing women leaders, academics & politicians Dr. Hodan Isse,
@DrMaryanQasim
and Mama Asha Ilmi Gelle.
#AFI2019
Dulmi ma raago/oppression doesn’t last. Mukhtar Robow has been a vocal opponent of Al-Shabaab since 2012.
Appointing him is critical to President
@HassanSMohamud
's mission to defeat AS.
We tried taxi drivers; now let's see how locals approach reconciliation & nation building.
Eng Mohamed Ibrahim, a civil engineer with vast experience -Saudi Arabia/Djibouti/Somalia- is the man, the skills behind the Ottoman architecture formally inaugurated by Prez
@HassanSMohamud
in
#Mogadishu
Proud of him, his colleague Eng Adan Takow.
Waa dadka aan ku faano!
Happy Father's Day to all the great dads who give their all to their loved ones.
Dad/Aabe, I'm blessed to have you. Your a wonder to our family and your belief in me means the world. Thank you for your unwavering support & love.
Love you loads!
#GirlDad
@Malak1Mohamed
❤️
June 26, 1960 brought our people together. As we celebrate Somalia’s independence, we must appreciate how we got here, the obstacles, challenges & hurdles. We must remember the opportunities within unity, it’s promises & shared prosperity. Let’s work better, 2 do better for unity
Hon Abdifitah Ibrahim Geesey, your constuents will remember you today for standing up for justice, for rule of law, for human rights. Your resignation from FGS cabinet should be an example to other ministers, and civil servants of FGS & SWS.
#BaidoaStateOfAffairs
#Somalia
Today, we got one step closer to our vision of bringing services closer to the people. We opened HQ service center that will expand to all 17 districts. We automated our services, no more cash handling, added office to serve persons with disabilities.
#progress
#zeroCorruption
Abaal marinta Xil-Gudasho Qaran, Duqa magaalo ee ugu waxqabadka badnaa Soomaaliya 2017
National Leadership Award, Somalia’s Most Outstanding Mayor 2017
Well deserved award. Hambalyo/Congratulations
@ThabitMhd
My heartfelt condolences to the Jawari family on the passing of Uncle Mohamed Osman Jawari, former Somali Parliament Speaker—a champion of democracy & unity whose legacy in Somali politics is profound. He will be deeply missed. إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ
For all those triggered by my saying SNA in Lower Shabelle is one clan…this might trigger you further —SNA predominantly is one clan, let's acknowledge reality. Progress has been made, but still work to be done. Militia abusing power under SNA label must be addressed.
#Barawe
Engrossed in an engaging conversation with
@MogBF
Mohamed Diini & Dr. Mohamed Hussein Moalim, weaving a captivating tapestry of ideas and self-expression. 💭
#EngagingDialogue
#MBF2023
The beauty of memories is that they are yours to experience & appreciate, and looking back at 2017 achievements I can only inhale & exhale Alhamdulilaah. I’m blessed to be given the opportunity of a lifetime, one of service to others (my dream). Happy New Year! My Allah bless you
Pic take away message ‘you lack consciousness if you’re Digil-Mirifle & don’t stand up against injustice to your leaders’ mind you Dr MLK Jr said ‘Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere’ what happens illegitimately in Southwest has causality across all of Somalia
Very proud of my dad, Dr. Mohamed Mukhtar
@Malak1Mohamed
, few people get to pursue their passions & be recognized 4 it. Celebrating 30th year w/
@SavStateTigers
advancing students, knowledge & academia, as well as making contributions to Somali history, language & culture
God bless you, Peter W, you incredible human!
If you came across him, you know you were in the presence of a hero.
Jimco wanaagsan/Jima Feyla/Blessed Friday.
Wherever you are, I hope your day starts with a Peter...
#Barawe
I stand with you, I stand by your beautiful culture & language. I'm angry that those that should understand your struggle, oppress your struggle. Paulo Freire, "The oppressed, instead of striving for liberation, tend themselves to become oppressors", that's the reality.
I doubt domestic travel at airports around the world is this crowded... Somali regions have a severe lack of domestic movement & options as a result of insecurity. Wouldn't it be nice to travel by boat to seaport towns & cities or to take road trips with rest stops & attractions?
Silence is deafening regarding the
#BaidoaStateOfAffairs
. Today, the irony is that Somali government is more engaged with strengthening relations with its neighbor Eritrea while using Ethiopia unit of AMISOM tanks to control it’s citizens.
Somalia doesn’t need more food, of which only a fraction will reach the needy. People require genuine & long-term solutions...Invest in wells, dams, roads, healthcare & education—teach to peacefully coexist.
That is truly the need, not handouts from which others profit greatly.
Today in Somalia I visited families who have been forced to flee due to terrorism & drought.
Despite having lost so much, their determination to rebuild their lives is nothing short of inspiring.
The world can no longer neglect them nor the millions of fellow Somalis in need.
Deputy Mayor
@HaajiEreg
& I attended the conclusion of registration to the neighborhood watch program or as we know it ‘Isha-xaafada’ of HamarJajab District. Interesting stats learned: only 2% of the houses in the district are vacant, indeed a popular District to live.
@ThabitMhd
The existence of IDPs in Baidoa is beyond belief. During my visit, I discovered
@Zamzam_Uni
Baidoa campus, where they cultivate remarkable agricultural wonders like strawberries, defying tradition. Surrounded by IDP camps, the stark contrast exposes the challenges of aid. 🍓🌾
Percentage of elected women in Puntland Local council:
Qardho 27%
Ufeyn 29.6%
Eyl 27%
Congratulations residents of
#Puntland
, you have made history and moved the needle forward for representation 👏🏿
Day6
#BaidoaStateOfAffairs
: Yesterday & today more
#Ethiopian
troops/tanks seize
#Baidoa
community suppressing protesters. Still 600 plus arrested, ppl are fearful & worry abt 2morrow, anything is possible. It’s pitiful that FGS remains indifferent to outcomes of forced elections
Once a govt is committed to the principle of silencing the voice of opposition, it has only 1 way to go, & that is down the path of increasingly repressive measures, until it becomes a source of terror to all its citizens & creates a country where everyone lives in fear. H Truman
#AFI2019
was a fantastic gathering that shed light to ways Somalia can be catalyst to peace by better building bridges & cultivating relationships of economic & political nature across somalis of the Horn & geopolitical maneuvering. Caliber of attendees was top.
#SomaliForum2019
Today, the UK parliament begins to debate Somaliland recognition; a month ago, a group of US congressional staff visited; and Muse Bihii will visit the US in March. Nothing would make me happier than a unified Somalia. But here we are at the tip of an iceberg of division.
Today, I celebrate the anniversary of my appointment to Benadir Regional Administration. The day I joined a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens who believed change was possible. Indeed, I rejoice in what we made possible & the vision that still remains unattainable.
Af-maay & Af-maxa, two constitutionally accepted languages of Somalia yet many would like to deduce Maay to a “dialect”. It’s these differences that give us authenticity, & a path to justice. We need to invest in promoting our languages to lesson the cost of greater inequalities.
Most Africans are polyglots. We speak multiple languages but due to colonialism we have allowed our languages to be referred to as “dialects” and we don’t even count them in the languages we speak. For most Africans, being bilingual means speaking English and French.
In 30 yrs Somalia missed the input of youth & women, the true engine of the nation. No lie the country’s base is the women & 70% population that’s under 30. But we need 2 change the status quo of male decision makers, over 55 yrs old & with clan mentality.
#MaalintaDhallinyarade
Caawo iyo maqribkii iyo Jazeera Hotel waa la idin sugayaa reer Muqdisho!
Join us tonight at 6pm, at Jazeera Hotel. Your presence is eagerly awaited! Don't miss out on book launch, specially if you are
#student
interested in research methodology. See you there!
Prof. Mohamed Haji Mukhtar (
@Malak1Mohamed
) presents his latest book 'Habka Cilmiga ee Baarista Taariikhda Soomalida' (The Scientific Method of researching and studying Somali History) to President
@Laftagareen
of South West State of Somalia in Baidoa. 📚🇸🇴
#SomaliHistory
As we lay to rest the late Hon. Abdi Hosh, Minister of Constitutional Affairs I will remember him as the man who unapologetically lived his life to the fullest. May you rest in love.
There is so much misinformation surrounding
#Barawe
but basics need answers, shouldn’t SNA be fighting Al-Shabaab?Who gave orders to fight local communities? The SNA make up of lower shabelle is one clan, no new knowledge there & that should be addressed H.E
@HassanSMohamud
The
@HIPSINSTITUTE
Human Capital Development mechanism findings were informative of the many dimensions of disparity existing in Somalia, especially in health, education & labour. Imagine the whole country shares 9 anesthesiologists and 2 psychiatrists.
#AFI2019
#SomaliForum2019
Skin bleaching is a huge generational loss. While believing white skin is better young women & now closeted men are causing self harm & worse young mothers harming unborn babies & breastfeeding babies. Somalia needs to ban these products to rescue today & its future generations.
Hooyo naas nuujisa haday is cadeyso, sunta (mercury) jirkeeda galaaya wuxuu u gudbaa ilmaha!! Khatar badan bey leedahay in ilmo aan weli jirkooda is difaaci karin la siiyo caano sun ah! Saxaafadaheena iyo wacdiyada Jimcaha tirada badan cidna arintaan kama hadasho!!
I haven't heard this kind of fiery energy & passion from a Somali Woman Parliamentarian in EVER. Let's get one thing straight – Somalia won't thrive w/o inclusivity. Whether it's about gender, clan, or ensuring the rights of people with special needs, inclusivity is key.
BREAKING —
#Somali
women MPs boycott constitution review process citing “lack of inclusivity”. Scores of female lawmakers stepped out Monday’s session, staging protest outside House of People headquarter. Senator Saredo Jayte called for nationwide demonstrations against what she
The Prophet ﷺ said, "The signs of a hypocrite are 3:
1) Whenever he speaks, he tells a lie.
2) Whenever he promises, he always breaks it.
3) If you trust him, he proves to be dishonest. (If you keep something as a trust with him, he will not return it.)"
Sahih Al-Bukhari 33
Aabe ku soo dhawaaw
@MogBF
I hope you enjoy the fair, which brings the culture of reading & literary discussion to the city.
Those interested to purchase the book & get a signed copy please join Prof. Mohamed Mukhtar
@Malak1Mohamed
from 24-26 May at the National Theater.
Fun times at Prof Mohamed Mukhtar's book launch! Kudos to Minister of Transport & Civil Aviation
@fardowsaegal
& Minister of Religious Affairs Sh Robow for their friendly book-buying competition. Safe bet, Minister Fardowsa took the lead, proving women are always one step ahead!
My condolences to the families who’ve lost loved ones in yesterday’s multiple attacks in
#Mogadishu
. May Allah s.w.t. grant you and your family sabr (sabar) in this difficult time, and reward you with khayr both in this world and the next. Amiin
Thank you for spending time with us in my wonderful birth city
#Mogadishu
.
We learned, we laughed & we celebrated your journey.
We will miss you terribly, Aabe Macaan.
May Allah ease your journey back, keep you strong & healthy until next time!
Soolabo adoo nabad ah Aabe!❤️
I'm relieved that the Ministry of Youth & Sports has accommodated and hired Iglan.
She is only☝🏾out millions.
Job creation must be the country's top priority. Do the math: over 60% of the population is young, and 19.93% of the population is unemployed. There must be a way out.
Today, I lost an uncle very dear & my spirit is truly broken.
O Allah, forgive Ali Aden Marguus & elevate his station among those who are guided. Send him along the path of those who came before, & forgive us & him, O Lord, enlarge for him his grave & shed light upon him in it.
The wait is finally over!
Prof Mohamed Haji Mukhtar will be engaging the brilliant audience of Mogadishu Book Fair
@MogBF
24-26 May about his latest book "Habka Baarista Taariikhda Soomalida" – his first book in Somali language. A product that has been in development 50 yrs.
#MBF2023
Guest: Professor Mohamed Haji Mukhtar teaches African & Middle Eastern History - and is a former Chair of the Department of Behavioral Sciences - at Savannah State University in Georgia, USA.
His book “Habka Cilmibaarista Taariikhda Soomaalida” was just released. He
Though some are working to blur the reality in South West Somalia by lies & misinformation, the truth will remain. Demonstrations in Baidoa begin. Will Somali police and AMISOM paid by UK, EU, & Germany once again be used to silence the people?
Congratulations Muxsin Cabdulaahi Xaaji Cabdi, Qardho City Council Member, KAAH party. The only DM city council member so far won. Interesting fact in Qardho, traditionally reserved seats where lost while a DM seat is gained. Is it safe to say we are moving away from ‘udhashay’?
Many thanks to Sharif Hassan Sh. Aden for the years contributed to politics & governance in Somalia. I respect his efforts to protect & balance political scales for his constituents. Thanks 4 putting the region first above everything at times of high tensions @ SW State elections
Chaos that will likely get worse if the planning for SW elections continues toward 19 December.
I urge SW & FGS to exhaust all means of reconciliation for peace in
#Baidoa
.
First Friday of the year, how invigorating. Here is another year, another chance to make challenges into opportunities, make lemonade out of lemons, use leverage, be problem solvers and steadily rebuild our nation, regions, districts and neighborhoods together. Happy Friday!
Firing the Director of
@Akademiyada
won't resolve the concerns of Maay-speaking communities. We need to address the fundamental issue in the letter opposing Somalia's constitution, which recognizes Maay & Maxaa languages. Shouldn't the constitution guide our actions & decisions?
Baidoa revealed the stark reality of mass IDP camps—terrible sights. While helping those in need is important, we must avoid the pitfalls of creating a dependency on aid. The focus should be on sustainable solutions that empower individuals & communities for long-term resilience.
Soomaali iyo shaqsi iyo sharuud maxaa kala haysta?
Listen carefully, the Minister of Defense is not responsible for designing war plans; that task is usually handled by military strategists and generals.
Bal shaqo la’aan baa jirte ee qolaadaa soo ogaada markaana daba dhigta.🤷🏿♀️
Once all Somalis put aside the selective rage, selective victimization and clanism—the picture below captures a minuscule/tiny/microscopic issues South West people accuse/have with Federal Government of Somalia
In matters of reconciliation it’s important to ask who is missing at the table. South West State elders still seek answers for the events of 13-15 December, while recent president speech appreciates those responsible for unlawful deaths, injured & detained victims in
#Baidoa
As we become excited about the polls in Puntland today, please do me a favor & pay attention to who is queuing — women.
So, what issues motivate women to vote? Is it a lack of political representation? How can a country with a female majority be unnoticed at the decision tables?
More bizarre, the Somali language Af Maay version of the constitution is yet to be written and here we have produced an Arabic version. One would think the recognized National language would take priority. Where does the Somali desire to be Arab end?
It baffles me every time I learn this green, ever-capable Agrocity
#BaydhaboJanaay
is starving & constantly fighting famine.
People in the SWS are being misled; they must cultivate their fields & work on security...perpetual life as IDPs is shameful when the lands are rich.
Growingly convinced that the future of SW regions lies in the hands of its youth. Insha'Allah, I hope to witness this remarkable shift unfold. 🙏✨
Book launch: Prof Mohamed Mukhtar latest book “Habka Cilmiga ee Baarista Taariikhda”
#BrighterFuture
@restore_somalia
@NaadigaB
BREAKINGNEWS: Faisal Hassan, from, a Somali-Canadian from
#NDP
Party, won the
#Ontario
- State election in Canada, tonight. Faisal becomes the first
#Somali
-Canadian politician, who wins State Parliament election. Faisal got 12,203 vote and defeated other candidates.
I’m so distraught, my heart is in pieces. Inaa lilaahi Wa Inaa Ilaahey Raji’uun. My right hand while at BRA Mohamed Aaqil
@mCaaqil1
just passed away from injuries received in last Wednesday explosion in Benadir Administration HQ. My thoughts are very scatted at the moment...
The
#Roboow
vs
@Janan
comparison tweets are beyond interesting. Let's keep eyes on FGS, what will come after Abdirashid Janan arrives in
#Mogadishu
--the man who broke out of jail, and is wanted for several serious crimes?
“Somali and Ethiopian security forces in Baidoa must refrain from using lethal force against protestors, including ahead of, during and after the South West regional presidential election”. - Sarah Jackson, Amnesty International's Deputy Director
History being made, 2nd catholic President to be sworn in after pres JFK (RIP), 1st Black/Southeast Asian WOMAN Vice President to be sworn in, plus VP Harris a
@HowardU
alumni will get sworn in using Thurgood Marshall's Bible--another
#HowardUniversity
Alumni ❤
#Inauguration2021
I had little faith in the quality of henna by a street vendor & the next morning I’m like ‘can I go back’ & what a pleasant first day of 2020 dilemma to have. Enjoy the start of a new day, of a new year. Remember despite it all, you’re here living, so keep going.
#NewYearsDay2020
Congratulations to Mayor Safiya Hassan. Beledweyne residents are lucky to have her in leadership. Working with her while at Benadir region, she has shown courage in the most doubtful environment. Best wishes to you.
#womenLeaders
#Hirshabelle
#BreakingBarriersSomalia
Prime Minister of Somalia H.E.
@HamzaAbdiBarre
expresses his full support for Hamas as a freedom fighters movement. He says they have his sincere support and sympathy.
#Somalia
#Hamas
#Palestine
Alhamdullilaah, I’m blessed to marvel at God's delicate creation in this concrete jungle of Mogadishu.
I hope this is a sign that peace will soon return to Somalia, the country my ancestors left for me to nourish, protect and flourish.