Jubaland’s Leader Visits Kenya Despite Restrictions from Somali Government
KISMAYO, Somalia - In a series of moves reminiscent of a political chess game, Jubaland's President, Ahmed Madobe, boarded a private jet to Kenya this past Saturday. It's an eventful debut abroad since his re-election—a victory that Mogadishu's powers-that-be seemingly view through a skeptical lens.
Upon touching down in Nairobi, Madobe rolled up his sleeves, ready to mull over political hot potatoes with diplomats from a medley of countries and international bodies. Chalice in one hand, olive branch in…