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UN experts say the armed group remains a major threat to the stability of Somalia and neighboring countries.
United Nations experts say the threat of al-Shabab remains the greatest immediate threat to Somalia and the East African region, particularly Kenya.
The al-Qaeda-linked group controls significant parts of southern and central Somalia, carrying out attacks against government and security forces, as well as civilians.
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Over the years, the group has claimed responsibility for attacks in Kenya, Uganda and Djibouti.
Despite the efforts of Somali and international forces to combat its operations, it still has the capacity to strike.
So why has the fight against this group failed for two decades?
Presenter:
Feel Abuhaida
Guests:
Ismael Tahir – Researcher at Hilin, an organization engaged in development, governance and politics in the Somali peninsula.
Afyare Elmi – Research Professor at the City University of Mogadishu.
Abdullahi Halakhe – Horn of Africa security analyst.
Published on December 26, 2025
