Ali Halane
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Ali Halane
@Alihalane
Journalist. Columnist. Former correspondent @BBCArabic TV/Radio, Co-founder Somali Cultural Parliament @CulturalSomali. Editorial Director @DawanAfrica
Mogadishu, Somalia Katılım Mart 2012
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Here is one of my latest articles. The title speaks for itself. It is a sobering reminder that our country's problems are our responsibility. No one else can help us. The future is in our hands if good Somalis become united with Allah's guidance. Bless the committed, Aamiin.
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Baaxadda dhibaatada Abaaraha Soomaaliya iyo tallaabooyinka Dowladda Federaalka: Waxaa caawa 10:00 pm marti ku ah X Space-ka Dawan,
@MahamuudMoallim
Guddoomiyaha Hay’adda Maareynta Musiibooyinka Qaranka Soomaaliyeed (SODMA). #Somalia
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@Dawan_tv Naga raalli noqda cillad xagga khadka ah ayaa jirta. Laakiin waa la hagaajinayaa
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Ansixinta Dastuurka.... Saameynta iyo Talaabada xigta. x.com/i/spaces/1Xxyg…
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From the manual roast to the Shekla pot, Ethiopia’s coffee culture remains a bedrock of national identity. Dawan Africa sits down with Hana Awal to decode the ancient traditions behind the world’s favorite bean.
#Ethiopia #CoffeeCulture #DawanAfrica #Somalia
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Israel’s recognition of Somaliland was not merely a breach of sovereignty, but a revealing moment for Somalia’s political reality and its capacity to turn shocks into opportunities. A move intended to weaken the state may instead push Somalis to redefine their unity and national project.
Journalist Ali Halane writes about the Netanyahu’s “precious gift” to the Somalis.
Read more : shorturl.at/LgpWz
#Somalia
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From Balfour to the Abraham Accords: the tools changed, the project didn’t. My new article in @DawanAfrica debates about this. dawan.africa/news/the-abrah…
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War hasn’t delivered victory.
Peace demands swallowing poison.
Are the @Somali government and Al-Shabaab closer to talks than anyone admits?
My article, “Negotiations in the Shadows,” for @DawanAfrica exposes the calculus both sides fear.
dawan.africa/news/opinion-n…
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Social media has become Somalis’ virtual parliament — but how did a space for expression turn into a playground for triviality?
My new @DawanAfrica analysis reveals how elites chasing “trends” helped drag public discourse to the bottom. dawan.africa/news/opinion-d…
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Trump’s words may sting, but U.S. policy toward Somalia follows interests—not insults.
I break this down in my latest opinion piece for Dawan Africa.
Somalia in U.S. Strategy: A Hidden Keystone Shaping Horn and Red Sea Politics dawan.africa/news/somalia-i…
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Somalia needs a leader who belongs to everyone — above clan lines, above personal battles, and committed only to the nation.
A leader who divides justice—not the country.
🔗 Full opinion piece below.
dawan.africa/news/opinion-a…
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When kinship rules, justice dies. My new article on Somalia’s moral crisis — A nation divided by blood cannot be governed by law.
My latest Op-ed in @DawanAfrica
dawan.africa/news/opinion-a…
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Somalia has survived through the presence of foreign troops — but at what cost?
My latest op-ed in Dawan Africa — “Somalia and the Addiction to Foreign Military Dependence” debates closely about this.
dawan.africa/news/opinion-s…
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My latest article on Dawan Africa — “In Arta After 25 Years: Thank You, President Guelleh.” 🇸🇴🇩🇯
A reflection on unity, gratitude, and the enduring legacy of the 2000 Arta Conference.
🔗 dawan.africa/news/opinion-i…
#Somalia #Djibouti #Arta25 #Unity #DawanAfrica
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Siad Barre’s Legacy: Between Nostalgia and Necessary Reflection.”
Somalis remain divided over his rule—but understanding, not nostalgia, is what we need most.
👉 dawan.africa/news/opinion-s…
#Somalia #SiadBarre #Opinion
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Federalism promised unity — but delivered fragmentation.
What began as a vision for shared governance has become a slow erosion of Somali sovereignty.
Read my latest op-ed on Dawan Africa:
🔗 dawan.africa/news/opinion-b…
#Somalia #Federalism #Opinion
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“They fight without salary, for peace and for Somalia’s future,” says artist Aden Afey, honoring Ma'awisley heroes through a stunning visual tribute. A symbol of courage, culture, and national defense. Read More: shorturl.at/CsESX
#Somali

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Why does the opposition reject the 2022 election system and demand the 2021 law be implemented? Find out their key demands and what it means for #Somalia's election process
shorturl.at/iGnSe
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Sitrep S2 ep 3 | Opposition DEMANDS a New Somali Election Plan! youtu.be/sfuX-UX9amY?si… via @YouTube

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Somalia’s opposition demands a fresh election plan — no to 2022’s flawed model! Catch the #SitrepPodcast now and hear what they want. [ youtu.be/sfuX-UX9amY ] #SomaliaElection #DemocracyInAfrica [link]

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This week on the #Sitrep;
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud proposes a national dialogue; could it reshape Somalia's elections future?
Join @MAbdirizak,@mhirmoge, & @Alihalane for an expert analysis of what’s next for Somalia’s political landscape. #Somalia #NationalDialogue.
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