Abstract
Somaliland faces a dilemma in exploring the role of livestock resources for peacebuilding. It is abundantly clear across different post-conflict settings, that resources dedicated to and consumed by war are more than those allocated for building peace. The Sool and Sanaag regions conflict is no different, it used up a lot of resources, including, livestock, business and properties. Peace will remain an aspiration rather than a realistic objective without adequate resources, preparation, and commitment over time. In the context of concerns about climate change, Somaliland endures intense droughts, that have led to environmental degradation due to overgrazing, soil erosion and the destruction of trees. This has a huge impact on communities that are reliant on livestock as the key source of livelihood. Similarly, the ongoing conflict also means that the livelihood is further impacted as livestock is used as the primary resource that clans use to facilitate Diya (blood compensations). The main objective of resources for peacebuilding is to find ways to support, implement, and sustain peace agreements. To achieve this objective, Somaliland needs an extended understanding of resources and Diya. Specifically, I suggest Somaliland approach the question of resources for peace under two broad headings: community/clan resources and state resources. The former suggestion is the resources from the community/clan, which involves livestock and money, but the state dimension in the disbursement of services is equally critical.
Presenters
Hamdi AbdillahiLecturer, Postgraduate, University of Hargeisa and IDLO, Woqooyi Galbeed, Somalia
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Technical, Political, and Social Responses
KEYWORDS
Climate Justice, Peacebuilding, Development
