Jubaland: Somalia’s new security dilemma and state-building efforts

What is it about?

The article examines the security implications of the establishment of Jubaland, as a semi-autonomous region, on Somalia’s state-building efforts.

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Why is it important?

The article indicates that Kenya's support in the establishment of Jubaland, as a security buffer zone, within its neighbour Somalia, has led to the emergence of new forms of transnational security threats. Security buffer zones are often not the solution but the problem to enhancing interstate security.