In Mogadishu, the fear of increased attacks by Al-shabab and the deep mistrust of the security forces is still seen as an improvement from the more violent past.

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Many Somalis have returned home in recent years as security has improved

Residents of the Somali capital, Mogadishu, are feeling safer and more optimistic than they were a year ago, according to a new survey.

The Heritage Institute of Policy Studies, which analysed data collected from more than 1,600 residents, said people reported a decline in violence.However, serious concerns remain, such as attacks by Islamist group al-Shabab, and mistrust of the security services.Somalia has been ravaged by conflict for more than two decades.Thousands of Somalis have been returning from abroad to help rebuild the country as security has improved in recent years.

But life remains grim for the thousands of people who live in Mogadishu's refugee camps

Al-Shabab was forced out of Mogadishu in 2011 but still stages frequent attacks in the city and controls many rural areas.In February, its fighters stormed Villa Somalia, a large complex which houses the presidential palace and other government institutions, killing 11 people.Analysis: Mary Harper, BBC Somali expertAlthough most of those interviewed for the survey feel safer and more optimistic than they did last year, the fact that they still have major security concerns shows the vast challenges facing the Somali government and its international supporters.The fear of increased attacks by Islamist insurgents and others, the deep mistrust of the judiciary and the security forces, and the violent land disputes would, in most countries, be considered an unacceptably insecure environment in which to live.But for Somalis in Mogadishu, this is seen as an improvement compared to the intense violence they have endured for the past two decades.Somalia, particularly the southern and central regions, still has a long way to go, both in terms of security and institution-building.But optimism and resilience are key parts of that journey, and if they can be harnessed by the government and others responsible for improving life in Somalia, they could help propel the country towards a better future at last.According to the report, "the overwhelming majority of respondents stated that they had not witnessed clan or group conflict in the last 12 months".However, many people still say they are concerned about disputes between different clans, and al-Shabab attacks.They also said they did not trust the security forces of the judiciary.In one area, 66% of respondents say they preferred to report civil matters to traditional elders, with just 7% going to the police.Only 13% said they trusted the courts, compared to 48% for traditional leaders and 29% for religious leaders.The African Union has some 22,000 troops in Somalia, in support of the UN-backed government.

The African Union has helped the government retake territory from al-Shabab

Source: bbc.co.uk

http://www.somaliaonline.com/in-mogadishu-the-fear-of-increased-attacks-by-al-shabab-and-the-deep-mistrust-of-the-security-forces-is-still-seen-as-an-improvement-from-the-more-violent-past/

[Alpha Blondy]

who wouldn't be terrified by tribal jihad, terrorism and bantu rape camps. i applaud the residents of Mogadishu for being so brave in the face of adversity.

 

 

[Dhagax-Tuur]

 

 

In one area, 66% of respondents say they preferred to report civil matters to traditional elders, with just 7% going to the police

 

27% don't feel like reporting. But the report didn't mention.

 

Kudos to the Heritage.

[Alpha Blondy]

^ we know very well Xamaris are very quick to pick up the gun at any given opportunity, instead of resolving issues peacefully. there's really no need to mask y'all's wickedness with a veneer of rehabilitatory semantics. no amount of research will ever uncover the number of people physically, psychologically and emotionally affected by years of protracted tribal warfare, unprovoked violence, criminality and external meddling. your culture is violent and your people wicked. a nation of degenerates, life in Xamar is incredibly cheap because the people there have no self-worth. human life ought to be sacred, instead the continued killing, destruction, pillaging and rape committed truly boggles the mind.

[Dhagax-Tuur]

^You are getting worse. Who the heck is poisoning your mind?

 

Waaryee, get your head out of your ar$ e, man. Xamar is your town. You are welcome any time. Stop this nonsense.

 

 

[Alpha Blondy]

^ hadaalkaas dameer ciyey nogama duwana!

[Khayr]

Alpha. how come you always get away with saying whatever you want? Are you the real Owner of this site?

[Alpha Blondy]

^ not really but i did managed to get 8 - if including this comment, i'm writing now, for a thread that would have otherwise being ignored. tana ku xisbtan.