"Al-Shabaab has nowhere to hide, and they cannot find refuge. Scholars, religious leaders, and intellectuals have remained silent. The command of the armed forces has not been handed over to the right people those with expertise in battle. Traditional elders have not been

Public Opinion: Residents of Hirshabelle share their perspectives with Balqiis Insights on the Federal Government’s military operations against Al-Shabaab in Middle Shabelle. #Somalia #Security #CounterTerrorism #MilitaryOperations #Hirshabelle

A resident of Gaalkacyo, in Puntland State, shared his opinion with Balqiis Insights regarding Puntland’s military operations targeting the ISIS group. #Somalia #Security #ISIS #AlShabaab #Puntland #Hirshabelle #CounterTerrorism #MilitaryOperations

"Eradicating terrorism is essential — it's not a matter open to debate." Public Opinion: Residents of Hirshabelle share their perspectives with Balqiis Insights on the Federal Government’s military operations against Al-Shabaab in Middle Shabelle. #Somalia #SomaliSecurity

New Policy Brief Launch | Loading... Somalia’s Fight Against Violent Extremism: Al-Shabaab and ISIS-Somalia We break down strategies, compare threats, and offer policy options for Somali & international actors. 📥 Out later today via Balqiis Insights #Somalia

“Political divisions continue to undermine counter-terrorism efforts.” 📊 From Al-Shabaab’s Operation Ramadhan to ISIS’s collapse in Puntland — our April 2025 Policy Brief breaks it all down. 📥 Read here: balqiis.org/wp-content/upl… #BalqiisInsights #Somalia #AlShabaab #ISIS

On this #International Day of #Multilateralism and #Diplomacy for #Peace, we reaffirm our commitment to sustainable development, peace, and inclusive cooperation in Somalia and the Horn of Africa. At Balqiis Insights , we believe in data-driven solutions to today’s most complex

📌 Key Policy Recommendations – Balqiis Insights (April 2025) As Somalia navigates a complex security crisis, our latest policy brief outlines a smarter path forward: 1️⃣ Stabilize First, Expand Later ▶️ Halt rushed offensives. Focus on holding liberated areas, restoring

🎙️ Geeska - چيسكا Interview with Samira Gaid “Mogadishu isn’t the risk — its peripheries are.” Our Founding Director at Balqiis Insights , Samira Gaid , offers sharp insight into Somalia’s shifting insecurity — and why focus must turn to the outskirts. 🔗 Read the full

"There are a number of challenges that have led us to the moment we see, but if I were to identify the most important factor, it would be the misplaced political imperatives that were hastily converted into military strategy — not by military experts, but by the civilian

🕊️ Today, we honor the courage of #UN #Peacekeepers worldwide. In #Somalia, peace is fragile. Communities face real threats from #Alshabaab & #ISIS, undermining governance and violating human rights. Yet hope remains. With support from UNSOM & ATMIS, the path to

🌙 Eid Mubarak! Balqiis Insights extends warm wishes to all Muslims around the world, especially the Somali people, on this blessed Eid Al-Adha. May your sacrifices be accepted and your days filled with peace and prosperity. #EidAlAdha #EidMubarak #BalqiisInsights

Public Opinion (Trailer): What fuels the recurring political disputes in Somalia during election seasons? Stay tuned for this new trailer from Balqiis Insights featuring public voices, political perspectives, and a deeper look into Somalia’s electoral challenges. 👀 Keep an eye

Public Opinion: Every Somali election, same outcome: political crisis. What keeps going wrong? Can we ever get it right? 🎥Watch the full video by Balqiis Insights — real voices, real questions, and the search for answers. #Somalia #Elections #PublicOpinion #BalqiisInsights

They were silenced. We won’t be. More than 22 men. One city. Zero justice. 🎙️ This is #Laascaanood. #EndRapeInConflict #JusticeForLaascaanood #StopSexualViolence #BalqiisInsights #SecurityCrisis #ProtectWomen #JusticeNow #PeaceAndSecurity #GBVAwareness #SomaliaVoices

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we stand with Somalia’s 3.8M+ displaced many fleeing areas controlled by #Al-#Shabaab & #ISIS, where fear and violence define daily life. Aid is blocked. Families suffer in silence. Camps overflow. Solidarity must mean access, action & dignity. At