The Day we Landed in Dhusamareeb.
By Ilham Gassar, Member of the East African Legislative Assembly When I landed in Dhusamareeb to witness the election of Liban Ahmed Hassan, I felt joy, but also memory. The hardship and heartache of the years behind us were in that room too. The seventy-two votes he won, an overwhelming majority, were a verdict not […]
Liban Ahmed: The Unifying Factor
By 5 Magazine… At a time when Somalia’s political leaders are increasingly divided, Liban Ahmed Hassan’s election as Galmudug president has drawn an unusually broad show of support from the country’s highest political offices, former leaders and opposition figures, raising hopes that he could emerge as a bridge between competing political camps. Somalia is currently […]
Liban Ahmed: A Victory, A Vision, A New Beginning.
By 5 Magazine… From entrepreneurship and regional development to the presidency, Liban Ahmed Hassan’s election signals a new chapter for Galmudug, with renewed expectations for peace, economic growth, inclusive governance and stronger public institutions. The election of Liban Ahmed Hassan as President of Galmudug State marks a significant moment in the political journey of one […]
5 Magazine Nov 2026 Edition
A national promise delivered through people.
How a government-led program is helping families withstand shocks, protect human capital and build a more resilient future. In the busy Sigalow neighbourhood of Beledweyne, Hawa Nur Abdi arranges goods in the small shop she built step by step. Nearby, her daughter turns her talent for henna into income for the family. Their businesses are […]