Somali promotes reconciliation after Al Shabaab defeat

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Somali Leader Ali Gudlawe engages Hirshabelle area residents in unity talks. [Agencies]

Women and Youth Empowerment

Hussein also emphasised the importance of inclusive governance and empowering women and youth in decision-making processes. He met with female community leaders and youth representatives to discuss their roles in shaping the district's future.

The recent clashes with government forces resulted in the deaths of dozens of Al Shabaab fighters.

Despite having one of the largest coastlines in Africa and a respected workforce, Somalia has struggled to achieve its economic potential due to ongoing Al Shabaab attacks in the country and neighboring Kenya and Uganda, which have deterred investors.

However, the government's recent offensive against the militia group appears to be bearing fruit.