The feud began after a man’s death in a car crash in Mogadishu, which sparked decades of violence affecting many families and nomadic communities unaffiliated with the conflict.

Despite several attempts at mediation, reconciliation between the two clans had repeatedly failed—until Wednesday, when religious leaders and elders facilitated a peace agreement on the outskirts of Garowe.

Businessman Jama Dhaga Dheere confirmed that the Kaskii Qabe clan agreed to pay a diya (compensation) of 55 camels to the family of the deceased.

This settlement, a reduction from the original demand, had been reached about 10 months ago.

Officials from the Puntland regional administration and security forces witnessed the ceremony where both clans declared the conflict resolved.

Tribal disputes in Somalia frequently arise from killings or property disputes and can last many years, often escalating into deadly violence.

With Somalia’s ongoing instability and weak formal justice system, many conflicts are resolved through traditional mechanisms involving religious and clan elders, as seen in this case.

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The agreement, witnessed by Puntland’s Interior Minister Abdi Farah Said, marks a critical step toward restoring peace after days of violence between the Reer Mahad and Mohamed Omar clans of the Majerteen sub-clan.

Local authorities report that 14 people were affected by the conflict, with four killed and 10 others injured.

The fighting, which lasted two days, centered around disputes over rural land and access to water wells, culminating in the destruction of a vital well that served the local community.

The violence forced much of the local population to flee, leaving schools closed and many still afraid to return to their homes.

Discussions for a comprehensive and lasting peace are set to begin on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at the residence of Sultan Mohamed Sultan Mohamoud in Xarfo.

In today’s preliminary agreement, Interior Minister Abdi Farah Said announced strict measures to prevent further hostilities.

Ceasefire Commitment

Both parties have agreed to a complete ceasefire.

Clan militias must vacate Xarfo and move to designated areas agreed upon during the meeting. Weapons are prohibited within and around the town.

The clans will prepare for the upcoming peace conference to address the root causes of the conflict.

Any party breaking the ceasefire will be fined $20,000 and held accountable for any resulting damages.

Puntland’s government will assume responsibility for ensuring Xarfo’s security.

The clans involved, Reer Mahad and Mohamed Omar, will equally share the expenses for the peace conference and hospitality.

Local leaders endorsed the agreement, expressing hope for long-term stability. Xarfo District Commissioner Abdirahman Hirsi emphasized the importance of peace.

“Xarfo district is at the heart of Puntland. It doesn’t need bullets—it needs peace and development,” Commissioner Hirsi said.

On his side, Mudug Regional Governor Faisal Sheikh Ali (Jifo Jabsade) addressed the need for accountability.

“When an oppressive criminal is killed, instead of condemning his actions, some cry out claiming, ‘We’ve lost a son.’ That mindset is not right. We need clan leaders to prevent future violence and work with the government to bring criminals to justice,” stated Governor Faisal.

Women’s Role in Peacebuilding

Women played a significant role in advocating for peace. Mamo Hawo, a respected local peace advocate, delivered a compelling speech urging accountability and unity.

“We are a Muslim and noble people. The cow’s milk that is on our shoulders—if we spill it, the regret will be ours,” she noted in her poem addressed to the warring sides.

Hawo challenged elders to take responsibility for their sons’ actions and reminded the community that without peace, everything, including their livelihoods, would be lost. She further warned about the consequences in the hereafter, saying, “Killing and looting will never be forgotten.”

Hawo also called for the government and the local community to work together, emphasizing the need for a deep assessment of the underlying causes of the recurrent conflict.

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Her address followed the announcement of a peace agreement that ended a recent clan conflict, which claimed three lives and led to the destruction of a water well by warring clan militias.

Hawo challenged the men and elders, who are parents of the warring boys, to take responsibility and stop their sons from engaging in conflict. She reminded the residents of Xarfo that if peace is destroyed, life will never be the same, and everything, including the milk they depend on, will be spoiled.

She also warned of the consequences in the hereafter, emphasizing that “killing and looting will never be forgotten.”

While calling on the government to fulfill its role in maintaining peace, Hawo stressed the equal responsibility of the local community in ending the conflict. She urged a deep and thorough assessment of the root causes of the recurrent disputes in the region to prevent future violence.

Hawo’s speech underscores the vital role Somali women play in peacebuilding and reconciliation. Though women are not participants in the violence, they remain its primary victims, often working tirelessly to rebuild and restore peace in their communities.

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