Puntland Democratization Process: Challenges and Opportunities for Resumption
In 2021, Puntland made history as the first federal member state in Somalia to conduct direct elections based on universal […]
Policy Briefs
Supporting more accountable and responsive local governance in Puntland: Challenges and opportunities
Puntland state in Somalia faces significant challenges in achievingsustainable local governance due to a myriad of socio-political andeconomic factors. The
Challenges and Priorities facing the Re-elected Puntland Government
Having recently completed parliamentary and presidential elections in 33 districts,Puntland Federal Member State – finds itself at a critical juncture.
New Security Dynamics and Threats on the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean
Puntland, a federal member state in northeastern Somalia, has played a pivotal role in the region’s political landscape, which is
Puntland Constitutional Amendment: Analysis of Changes, Effects, and Prospects of Application
The Puntland State of Somalia has grappled with intricate political complexities, armed conflicts, and political conflicts since its establishment in
Puntland Local Government Elections: Lessons learned for future democratization
Since its establishment in 1998, the Puntland State of Somalia has had a clear objective: to transition from a clan-based
First PDRC Annual Peace Conference
The Puntland Development and Research Center (PDRC) hosted its first Annual Peace Learning Conference in Garowe, Somalia, from September 21-23,
Puntland local government elections: Implications and prospects for the Puntland parliamentary and presidential elections
For the first time since its establishment 25 years ago, the Puntland State of Somalia concluded the first local government
Contentious issues facing the Puntland local government elections
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Initial phase of Puntland’s voter registration process
This analytical brief summarises Phase I of Puntland’s voter registration process and offers some scenarios and options on the way
Policy Brief: Puntland Democracy: The Need for an Effective Judiciary System
An all-inclusive Community Conference held in Garowe from May-August 1998 established Puntland State of Somalia. A guiding three-year Provisional Charter1,
Sexual Violence against Women/Girls with Particular Focus on Rape
Somalia’s traditional customs classify Somali women as part of the Birimageydo, a category of society exempted from harm, especially in