Horufadhi Media: Uncovering the Motives Behind Somalia’s Presidential Envoys:
A Horufadhi Media Investigation At Horufadhi Media, we are committed to exposing the truth and maintaining journalistic integrity. Recently, our investigative team has uncovered a concerning trend in the Somali political landscape: The appointment of numerous presidential envoys by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud since taking office on May 15, 2022.
While these envoys are supposedly appointed to address various critical issues facing Somalia, our investigation suggests that the underlying objective may be more sinister – using these envoys as a means of generating funds from international sources, particularly from European entities. Our investigative team has found that the appointment of these envoys, which circumvents parliamentary oversight, raises several red flags. Not only does it risk eroding the democratic principles that Somalia has been striving to establish, but it also raises questions regarding the true intent of these appointments. Our findings suggest that these envoys may be part of a larger scheme to turn the country into a quasi-NGO, with the primary objective of soliciting funds from international sources. The envoys previously mentioned, assigned roles ranging from drought response to children’s rights, are alleged to be part of this scheme.
The funds they are expected to collect might not be entirely used for the causes they are supposedly championing. Instead, the funds could be funneled toward personal interests or further entrenching the centralization of power. Our investigation has examined the potential avenues for financial gain. The envoys could be leveraging their positions to secure grants, donations, or other forms of financial assistance from international governments, organizations, and private donors. In the absence of proper oversight and accountability, these funds could easily be misappropriated, with the majority of the population remaining in dire need. If our investigation’s findings are accurate, they represent a grave breach of trust, potentially impacting the country’s most vulnerable populations. By exploiting the legitimate needs of the Somali people for personal gain, this scheme could further exacerbate existing socio-economic disparities and undermine international goodwill towards Somalia. In light of these findings, Horufadhi Media calls for an immediate and thorough investigation into the appointment and activities of these envoys.
The Somali Parliament must assert its role in providing oversight and ensuring that all actions undertaken by these envoys are transparent, accountable, and in line with the country’s best interests. Additionally, international donors should exercise due diligence and demand transparency when providing financial assistance to ensure that funds are being used responsibly and effectively. In conclusion, the information uncovered by our investigative team at Horufadhi Media is deeply concerning and warrants further inquiry. If proven true, these allegations represent a betrayal of the Somali people’s trust and a dangerous subversion of democratic principles. The Somali leadership must prioritize the interests of its citizens and the development of robust democratic institutions, rather than engaging in schemes that enrich a select few while leaving the majority to suffer. A nation’s strength lies in the integrity of its institutions and the commitment of its leaders to the well-being of its people.
Horufadhi Media Investigation Unit
