MEnbar is a podcast by the Middle East Council on Global Affairs (ME Council) that offers diverse insights and research-based discussions on policy relevant topics in the Middle East and North Africa region. Hosted by Marc Owen Jones.
Podcast Episode: Somalia's Path to Peace
In this episode of MEnbar, host Marc Owens Jones welcomes Afyare A. Elmi, a non-resident Senior Fellow and the author of “Understanding the Somalia Conflagration: Identity, Political Islam, and Peacebuilding ”. Elmi speaks on the conflict in Somalia, the evolution of Al-Shabab, the potential/obstacles for negotiations, and the role of external actors. Looking ahead, He outlines concrete steps to be taken for an end to the conflict in Somalia. He provides a comprehensive look at the delicate balance of hope, diplomacy, and resilience that could spell the end to decades of turmoil in Somalia.”