“I am from Somaliland but work
in an area contested by both Somaliland and Puntland. I believe for conflict to end, Somalis should be left as Somalis to deal with their own issues. They should be allowed to do this and be respected. Peace means living in a friendly environment among community members who do not interfere with each other. Each has their own right, they live and work and enjoy life. Other African countries should support the situation in Somalia as the government is not strong enough. Africa should not leave us like that, they should continue to engage in discussions.
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Zainab Ayan Ahmed, civil society practitioner [Somalia)