The Complex Dance of Democracy in Somalia: Balancing Clan Dynamics and Modern Governance

[Deeq A.]

Somalia's political landscape is nothing short of complex. With a delicate mix of deeply rooted clan structures and emerging democratic aspirations, crafting an appropriate electoral system is challenging. Some suggest the Proportional Representation (PR) – Closed List system, where voters select a party rather than an individual candidate. On paper, it sounds like a reasonable approach. But for Somalia, it might create more problems than solutions, resulting in a consolidation of power by the larger clans at the expense of smaller ones.

Source: Hiiraan Online