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Somali writer Farah Mohamed Jama Awl has written three novels, with 'Ignorance is the Enemy of Love' (Aqoondarro waa u nacab jacayl) being the first and most influential. This novel is based on a true story. Farah, the author, demonstrates a profound understanding of Somali traditional oral poetry, weaving it throughout the entire narrative. This novel reflects that oral poetry is an integral part of the daily life of Somalis and a powerful tool for expressing emotions and conveying thoughts.
This article examines the significance of poetry in Somali literature and culture. It delves into the cultural and literary importance of integrating poetry into the narrative, shedding light on the stylistic elements of poetry in fiction.





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Somali novel, oral poetry, “Ignorance is the Enemy of Love”, Somali literature, cultural expression, Mogadishu University, ISOS,



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Somalia is a country with abundant agricultural and livestock resources; however, it has not been able to fully utilize its potential due to a prolonged civil war, political instability and insecurity. Türkiye, on the
other hand, possesses advanced technology and wide experience in various fields, including agriculture and livestock. Türkiye has actively engaged in Somalia's reconstruction efforts since 2011, when then Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan led a large delegation to Mogadishu.
Thus, both countries can collaborate in various areas, particularly in agriculture, livestock, and fisheries. This article will examine ways to strengthen the relationship between the two nations in the agriculture,
livestock and fishery sectors to achieve mutual benefits. The article argues that consistent investment in these sectors could foster economic growth and stability in Somalia.





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Agriculture, livestock, fishery, banana, Somalia, Mogadishu University, ISOS,



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In Somalia, market fire occurrences have become regular incidents, with a loss of millions of dollars and possibly loss of lives. It is a severe threat to the fragile economy of a country recovering from a devastating civil war. It disrupts economic activities and deteriorates the problem of poverty. Somalia markets suffer from ineffective fire management, and their layouts need to be designed better, because they are always congested and susceptible to fire. Anytime fire breaks out in the market, it becomes complicated for fire tenders to mitigate and control the fire; hence, the fire destroys many goods in the markets.
This study describes fire management in the Bakara Market and identifies some challenges. It proposes several recommendations to build effective fire management for preventing fire outbreaks and minimizing losses in Mogadishu markets.





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Market fire, fire outbreaks, fire management, Somalia markets, Mogadishu University, ISOS,



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Somalia adopted a federal system in 2012, after more than fifty years of centralized government since 1960. Four regional states were formed amid legal and political controversy between 2013 and 2016. This study examines how the federal government sets state boundaries. It does so by qualitatively analyzing legal documents, interviews, policy papers, official documents, academic materials, and publications of international organizations on Somalia's regional state formation. The study concludes that it is difficult to clearly define regional state boundaries due to an insufficient legal framework, a lack of political will, and a lack of credible commitment to the rule of law. Consequently, regional states have contested borders, which can lead to conflicts over competing interests and affect the resolution of national issues such as Somaliland.
Thus, to reduce state-to-state disputes, the Federal Supreme Constitution should be finalized, and the final federal constitution should clearly define new state criteria and procedures.





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Somalia, federal system, boundaries, constituent units, Somalia Provisional Constitution, federal government, Mogadishu University, ISOS,



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The domestication of treaties varies across jurisdictions and is contingent upon constitutional requirements. The international law grants each country the autonomy to conduct this process in
accordance with its internal laws. In accordance with the Provisional Federal Constitution of 2012, the responsibility for domestication and ratification of international treaties is exclusively vested in the Federal
Government. Moreover, Article 90(q) of this Constitution acknowledges the role of the House of People in the treaty ratification process, excluding the Upper House of the Federal Parliament.
Therefore, the paper advocates for a limitation on the power of domestication and ratification, emphasizing the role of the Federal Government. Additionally, it recommends granting treaty ratification
authority to the Upper House of the Federal Parliament as the sole representative and agent of federal member states (FMS).
Furthermore, the paper suggests that non-politically sensitive issues to be concluded by the Federal Government with no parliamentary approval for flexibility and simplicity purpose.





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Domestication, international treaties, Provisional Federal Constitution, legal harmonization, Somalia, Mogadishu University, ISOS,



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This study explores methods for unifying laws in Somalia in light of the constitutional frameworks. It does so by offering a comparative analysis of methods of unification in the federal systems, discussing the experience of Somalia in unification and analyzing methods and tools for unification as provided in the Provisional Federal Constitution of 2012. According to the study findings, there are several constitutionally established institutions with unification mandates, such as the Upper House, the NCC,
and the Constitutional Court. It also notes some constitutional guiding principles for unification.
To achieve economic integration with the regional and international communities, attract foreign investment and uphold the rule of law, the paper recommends the unification of laws based on a cooperative legislative model which assigns the central government the responsibility to develop laws.





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Law unification, Somali laws, federal constitution, Somalia, Mogadishu University, ISOS,



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This essay addresses the Somali state-building challenges and emphasizes the need to explore the relationship between modern state structures and traditional Somali society. Critiquing existing perspectives such as the Anthropological, Marxist, and Revisionist approaches, the author proposes an alternative viewpoint called the “Comprehensive Perspective” (CP). The CP rejects exceptionalization, clannization, secularization, and patriarchization within Somali studies, advocating for an inclusive approach encompassing all elements of Somali society. The essay presents six scenarios representing the Somali mindset, highlighting the varying loyalties to Islam, nationalism, and clan, which pose significant challenges to state-building. The essay concludes that reconciliation between state and society requires reconciling political elites, restructuring traditional institutions, addressing past grievances, and establishing a foundation for a shared future. This process should be reflected in constitutional provisions and legal frameworks, and non-state actors should be integrated. This integration will lead to the development of a 'stability model for Somali state-building.





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Somali studies, Somali state, state building, Mogadishu University, ISOS,