Samiha AliTransforming Leaders . . . for safer EconomiesThe week before this was another week in cool Nairobi; my home seems to be calling more often these day (and how I miss it everyday!). But…Feb 7Feb 7
Samiha AliLaw and order — A visit to the Police Station.The sun was setting in Kismayo, signaling the time for evening prayers. It had been slightly two weeks since I got back, when I saw a…Jan 19Jan 19
Samiha AliFrom the river to the sea.Nothing makes you feel better knowing that someone has your back and that your not alone in your struggle. Seeing the multiple of protests…Nov 11, 20236Nov 11, 20236
Samiha AliThe social downside of having a dictatorIt’s not often you get to live in a country that is run by a dictator, neither are you lucky to have experienced two. Having grown up in…Oct 14, 2023Oct 14, 2023
Samiha AliAn involved militaryThis week’s article is a tiny dive into 3 countries and the power struggle between local military, politicians, and colonialists.Aug 27, 2023Aug 27, 2023
Samiha AliThe issue with policing is…About two years+ ago when I was collecting data on a security project, I was asking people about their perceptions of the different…Jul 30, 2023Jul 30, 2023
Samiha AliWhat’s better, a lying government or a stealing one?What’s better, a lying government or a stealing one? This week I’ll be looking at why stealing is less judged as compared to lies in the…Jul 9, 20231Jul 9, 20231
Samiha AliManufacturing CrisisIf I don’t mention the beauty of a crescent moon cusping the Venus star while they illuminate the warm Indian ocean — then I would be…Jun 18, 2023Jun 18, 2023