With the collapse of the
central government, Somalia was engulfed into a predatory violence from the
warlords. It saw deaths and acute humanitarian crisis amidst the vulnerable
population. In nearly over two decades, peace still remains a dream in the failed
state. The efforts to restore peace and stabilize the nation have proved to be
futile. The weak Federal Government of Somalia struggles to run the state from
the comforts of Mogadishu since most parts are still under the control of Al
shabaab and other clan militias. Even in the capital mortar shells fired by the
militants can be heard regularly. Suicide bombers pose a major threat to Mogadishu and other high value targets within the
town. The researchers targeted AMISOM
personnel and locals. The primary data was collected through interviews
and questionnaires. Secondary data was gathered and reviewed from journals, books, magazines, newspapers and published
proceedingsthat corroborated the
primary data. The study found out that the nature of AMISOM needs to be
realigned to facilitate the peace building efforts. The study recommends
that operations should major on winning the hearts and minds of the locals
which is vital in fighting asymmetrical warfare; and the mandate should not be
changed frequently. The findings generated a body of knowledge that informs
designing of peace support operation practices, processes and strategies for
ensuring durable and sustainable peace in Somalia and elsewhere.
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