Mohamed Gabobe

Mohamed Gabobe

Mohamed Gabobe

Mohamed Gabobe is a freelance journalist based in Mogadishu, Somalia

Analysis: The Somali government has had little success fighting an insurgency and winning public support. Will it be able to prevent Al-Shabab from seizing control without international backing?

18 September, 2023

Analysis: A joint regional strategy to defeat Al-Shabab could militarily entrench Ethiopia and Kenya in Somalia while empowering the militant group.

09 February, 2023

Analysis: The Somali government has declared total war against Al-Shabab, enlisting tribal militias in the battle and choking the group's financial sources - but the road ahead is uncertain.

31 January, 2023