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Warbixin Kooban ee  Aqoon Korarsi ku saabsan Xoojinta Mas’uuliyad Wadareedka Bulsho

Aqoon korarsi ku saabsan ‘Xoojinta Mas’uuliyad Wadareedka’ ee uu soo agaasimay Machadka IRAD ayaa lagu qabtay magaalada Baydhawa 16-kii Luulyo 2025 iyadoo lagu lafaguray arrimo la xiriira mas’uuliyadda bulshada iyo doorka dhallinyarada Soomaaliyeed ee horumarka waara. Wadahadalka oo lagu magacaabay “Xoojinta Mas’uuliyadda Wadareedka: Waddada Horumarka Bulshada ee Waara” waxa uu soo jiitay ka-qeybgalayaal aad u tiro badan, qiyaastii in ka badan 80 qof oo matalayay Ururo iyo qaybaha kala duwan ee Bulshada, kuwaas oo ay ka mid ahaayeen Ururada Haweenka Gobolka Bay, dadka laga tirada badan yahay, aqoonyahanno, dhalinyaro iyo odayaal dhaqameedyo. Wadahadalka waxaa si hufan u fududeeyay Eng. Cabdalla Sheekh Maxamed oo ah injineer, aqoonyahan, oday bulsho iyo bare sare ee Jaamacadaha Dalka.

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Barawe Seaport: Investment Potential – IRAD Panel Discussion Summary

On 10 May 2025, the Institute for Research Analysis and Dialogue (IRAD) convened a high-level panel discussion at Green Paradise Hotel in Mogadishu to explore the investment potential of the Barawe Seaport. The event brought together national and regional policymakers to discuss how the development of Barawe Port in Somalia’s South West State could spur economic transformation. Panelists examined the port’s strategic importance in boosting trade, its required infrastructure links, and the steps needed to ensure that local communities benefit. The discussion set the context for framing Barawe’s port project not just as a standalone infrastructure venture, but as a catalyst for regional growth and stability.

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IRAD Institute Concludes Seminar on Federalism and Decentralization

Baidoa, Somalia: The Institute for Research Analysis & Dialogue (IRAD) successfully concluded its highly interactive seminar on Federalism and Decentralization, held at the Youth Center in Baidoa. Over 80 participants attended the event, gaining valuable knowledge and fresh perspectives on multi-level governance.

The seminar provided thought-provoking insights into federal systems, focusing on:
✔️ The division of powers within various federal systems
✔️ Constitutional principles and degrees of federalization
✔️ Successes and challenges faced by federal systems globally

Participants delved into real-world applications through case studies, including:
🇨🇭 Switzerland’s “Coming Together” federal model
🇪🇹 Ethiopia’s “Holding Together” federalism
🇸🇴 Somalia’s unique federal journey, highlighting its rationale and distinct challenges

Ali Adan Hassan, an experienced governance practitioner and certified trainer in multi-level governance and public administration, expertly facilitated the session, ensuring an engaging and enriching experience for all attendees.

This seminar is a testament to IRAD’s commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of governance frameworks and both global and national political dynamics. By empowering current and future leaders with practical tools and knowledge, the IRAD Institute continues to contribute to the advancement of governance systems that promote transparency, inclusivity, and effectiveness.