Developing an Inclusive Citizenship in Somalia: Challenges and Opportunities
Author | Elmi, Afyare A. |
Available date | 2019-05-14T09:55:19Z |
Publication Date | 2017 |
Publication Name | Bildhaan: An International Journal of Somali Studies |
Citation | lmi, Afyare A. (2016) "Developing an Inclusive Citizenship in Somalia: Challenges and Opportunities," Bildhaan: An International Journal of Somali Studies: Vol. 16 , Article 7. Available at: https://digitalcommons.macalester.edu/bildhaan/vol16/iss1/7 |
Identifier | Article # 7 |
Abstract | In today’s world, citizenship is linked to the modern nation-state system. Although there is a rich literature on the concept of citizenship, in Somalia, it is a new idea that is contested and poorly understood by the political classes. In conducting this study, I consulted with the text of the Somali constitution, various legislations, and secondary literature. Additionally, I used the speeches and media interviews of Somali politicians and clan elders. While conducting research on governance challenges in Somalia (2008–2014), I interviewed a number of Somali politicians, civil society members and business leaders. This article starts with an explanation and review of the concept of citizenship. Next, I explain how the legal system of Somalia and practices of its various governments address citizenship-related issues. Finally, I present and analyze the key challenges and opportunities that state-builders as well as citizens of Somalia face in constructing an inclusive national citizenship. |
Language | en |
Subject | Somalia Citizenship Inclusion |
Type | Article |
Volume Number | 16 |
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