Injustice has been an instrumental driving force behind the dysfunctional system of governing in Somalia for a significant period, and yet nothing is changing the mindset of the political class.
This reinforces the correlation between Somali clan dynamics—including relations within sub-clans—and national stability. When powerful clans systematically suppress the less powerful ones, the ultimate outcome is a severe loss of national cohesion and the collapse of the state.
The mechanism of suppression extends far beyond mere political competition. It involves the abuse of power by influential clans that control access to state resources, political appointments, and the justice system. Consequently, the benefits of the state flow disproportionately to dominant clans and their affiliated groups. This leaves the remaining groups in a marginalized and vulnerable position, making them susceptible to further manipulation and deepening their political disenfranchisement.
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