GAROWE, Somalia — Recurrent clan retaliation has led to the killing and targeting of innocent civilians.
By: Daud 18 May 2025 A fresh wave of clan-related violence has gripped Garowe, the capital of Somalia’s Nugaal region, leaving three people dead and intensifying concerns over the city’s deteriorating security. At approximately 2:00 AM on Sunday, two young men — including a hotel security guard were shot and killed in what local sources describe as a targeted act of clan retaliation. Both victims were reportedly members of Garowe’s growing professional community, the preparatory escaped from the scene. Later the same day, at around 8:00 PM, unknown assailants attacked the home of a local humanitarian worker in Israac village. Although the aid worker escaped unharmed, a relative present at the scene was fatally shot during the assault. Authorities have not officially linked the two incidents, but residents fear both may be rooted in ongoing inter-clan tensions. Security agencies have yet to release a formal statement. However, local officials confirm that investigations ar...