UN specialists say the armed group stays a serious risk to stability in Somalia and neighbouring nations.
United Nations specialists say the specter of al-Shabab stays the best rapid risk to Somalia and the East African area, particularly Kenya.
The al-Qaeda-linked group controls vital components of southern and central Somalia, finishing up assaults on authorities and safety forces, in addition to civilians.
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Over time, the group has claimed duty for assaults in Kenya, Uganda and Djibouti.
Regardless of efforts by Somali and worldwide forces to fight its operations, it nonetheless has the flexibility to strike.
So why has the struggle in opposition to this group failed over twenty years?
Presenter:
Dareen Abughaida
Friends:
Ismael Tahir – Analysis fellow at Hilin, an organisation dedicated to improvement, governance and politics within the Somali Peninsula.
Afyare Elmi – Analysis professor at Metropolis College of Mogadishu.
Abdullahi Halakhe – Horn of Africa safety analyst.
Printed On 26 Dec 2025
