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A Double Burden: How the New VAT is Squeezing Somali Citizens Without Government Services

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In recent years, Somalia has made significant strides toward rebuilding its economy and governance structures after decades of conflict. Yet, the introduction of a Value Added Tax (VAT) by the Somali government has ignited a wave of public discontent, primarily because of the absence of corresponding free public services. The new tax, implemented with the aim of raising revenue for the government, has left many Somalis questioning its fairness and purpose, particularly in a country where access to essential services is still limited. This blog explores the impact of the new VAT on Somali households, examining how the tax exacerbates existing economic challenges and the broader implications for public trust and social stability. The Introduction of VAT in Somalia In 2023, Somalia introduced a 5% VAT on goods and services, a move aimed at increasing government revenue to fund public services and infrastructure. However, this policy has been met with widespread criticism, as citizens argu
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Paving the Path to Prosperity: The Power of Investing in Human Capital in Somalia

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In a world where economies thrive on innovation and skill, Somalia stands at a crossroads brimming with untapped potential. As the nation navigates its path toward sustainable development, the key to unlocking its future lies in harnessing its most valuable asset—its people.  Investing in human capital is not just a strategic choice but a necessity for Somalia’s economic resurgence and social progress. From empowering youth with education to fostering entrepreneurial spirit, this blog delves into how strategic investments in human capital can transform Somalia’s landscape, paving the way for a vibrant and prosperous future. Join me as i explore the profound impact of nurturing talent and the innovative steps needed to propel Somalia into a new era of growth and opportunity. Somalia is endowed with a wealth of natural resources and a predominantly youthful population. Despite these advantages, the country faces significant development challenges. Despite facing numerous challenges, So
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Gargaarka shisheeye: ma gumeysi maskaxeed mise gurmad!

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“Bulshada caalamka, qaramada midoobe, mareykanka, waxaan ka codsaneynaa in ay gargaar degdeg ah noo fidiyaan ama nasoo gaarsiiyaan”. Hadaladaan waan maqalnaa marar badan gaar ahaan xiliyada ay dhacaan musiibooyinka dabiiciga ah (National disaster? sida abaaraha, fatahaadaha iyo wixii lamid ah oo aan ka maqalno madaxda ama shacabka. Gargaarka shisheeye waxa uu qayb muhiim ah ka yahay nolosha maalinlaha ah ee dalalka soo koraya, gaar ahaan Afrika. Waxa uu gaaray heer lagu xisaabtamo, oo la sugo marka uu soo dhacayo sidii qaad ka raagay muqayiliintiina loogu qayliyo wax u dhigma “SOO DHACYEEY!  Dawladaha Afrika gaar ahaan Somalia waxa la dareemi karaa in ay si xooggan isugu diyaariyaan maaraynta iyo meel-ku-basrinta wixii gargaar debadda uga soo xerooda dalka, iyaga oo sanaadiiq loogu talagalay, iyo kiishash gaar ah u samaysta! Saamaynta gargaarka shisheeye ku yeeshay siyaasadda, dhaqaalaha iyo qaabdhismeedka bulshada waddamadan waxa ay ahayd mid xajmigeeda aan indhaha laga qarsan karin,
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Bulsho Noocee ayey Somalia u Baahan Tahay?

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  Dunidan aynu ku noolnahay markaad dib u eegto bulsho walboo meel degan inta baddan horumarkeedu waxa uu ku xiran yahay hadba bulshadaas siday iyadu isu dhisto ama ay uga qeyb qaadato horumarka dalkeeda iyo dadkeeda. Bulsho ma jirto hormartay illaa waxa ay qaaday tallaabooyin garsiin kara waxa ay ku hormartay. Annaga ka bulsho islaam ah ahaan, waxaa muhiim ah in aynu wax baddan qaadno waddooyinka noo horseedi kara horumarka iyo wanaaga kana fogaano midda xumaanta iyo dib u dhaca. Markaad dib u eegto dalkeena waxaa uu bur bur iyo jahwareer na heystay muddo aad iyo aad u dheer oo arimaheena maalinba maalinta ka danbeysa waa ay kasii dareysay. Haddaba, bulshadu si ay isu horumariso waxaa muhiim ah in ay arrimo badan ka shaqeysaa, halkana waxaan rabaa in aan kaga jawaabo su’aashan: Bulsho noocee ah ayey Somalia u baahan tahay?  Somalia waxey u baahan tahay bulsho ku tartanta: Alle ka cabsiga . Bulshada muslimka ah waxaa muhiim ah in ay ka cabsato Allaahi abuurtay oo ay la timaado
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Xalku Wuxuu ka Bilaabmaa Waxbarashada Carruurnimada Hore

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Maalmahan dambe, m arka aan bulshad eenna Soomaaliyeed  ku dhex jiro , dhagaheygu waxaa aad ugu soo laalaabta weerahan “ caruurtii waa laga yaaban yahay ”, “ caruurtii s amankan isku mid ayey noqdeen ”, “ caruurtii waxbarasho waa lagu kari la’ayahay ”, “ caruurtii war ma maqlayaan ” iyo qaar kaloo intaa ka badan. Kadib waxaan is weydiiyay, maxey tahay bulsho dhan oo isku arin ka wada cabanaayaan? maxey yihiin waxa naga qaldan? Waxaa ii soo baxday in nagala heysto helidda waxbarasho tayo leh, gaar ahaan waxbarashada carruurnimada hore. Laga bilaabo goorta dhalashada ilaa da'da lix jir, maskaxda ilmuhu waxay u koraan si ka dhaqs i badan  marka loo eego da’aada kale . Inta lagu jiro wakhtigan, maskaxda ilmuhu waxay samaysaa in ka badan hal milyan oo isku xirka synaptik (synaptic) cusub ilbiriqsi kasta, taasoo muujinaysa inay wax badan ka bartaan wakhtigan inta lagu jiro noloshooda oo dhan. Waxyaabaha ay bulsho kasta rabto in ay gaarto waa horumar . Waxaa cad in horumar
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A decade of strive: what the future holds for Somali youth after accession to the EAC

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A nation coping with the fallout from war and confronting severe socioeconomic obstacles. Somalia has experienced a string of violent crises since the early 1990s, which has undergone a series of turbulent episodes that have left many dead and millions displaced. Somalia continues to be one of the nations in Eastern Africa with a big cluster of youth, despite the difficulties caused by the war. For several years, Somalia has been pursuing membership in the East African Community (EAC), which might have a major positive impact on the nation's economy as well as that of the EAC as a whole and Somalia specifically. In the end, Somalia became the eighth official member of the East African group. Here, I want to consider the benefits that Somali youth can experience upon assimilating into the East African community.  Let me begin by saying that, in terms of demography, Somalia brings a sizable amount of highly skilled youth to the table. According to age structure, youth make up
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