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The Aptness of a Public Servant: A Biographical Analysis of Model Leadership of Prime Minister Barre of Somalia

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  • Dr. Rashid Ali Omar, PhD

    (Director, Sulh Consultancy and Lecturer, South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) P.O. Box 3618, 01006, Nairobi, Kenya)

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This article is a biographical analysis of Prime Minister H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre of the Federal Government of Somalia. PM Barre’s tenure is characterized by a distinctive blend of traditional diplomacy and modern governance approaches, demonstrating that a leadership adaptability can foster institutional development in post-conflict states. The study of PM Barre’s leadership is relevant as developing nations seek examples of effective governance. The article anchored on six themes that aimed at fulfilling three objectives; To analyze the key leadership attributes and decision-making approaches, examine the reforms and policy initiatives and assess the distinctive elements of PM Barre’s leadership model. Literature review entailed examining leadership styles and characteristics that link the PM and President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The article adopted a qualitative research approach and integrated multiple sources of evidence to construct a nuanced understanding of his leadership and public service contributions. The study found that Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre’s tenure is marked by diplomatic achievements, including Somalia’s admission to the East African Community (EAC) and the re-establishment of diplomatic relations with international partners. His leadership signifies a transformative era and advanced fiscal reforms, economic diversification, debt management, and revenue generation while achieving a milestone in economic recovery. The study concludes that Barre’s leadership has transformed Somalia economic growth, stability and international relations through strategic diplomacy and collaborative approaches. Based on the study findings, there’s need to enhance regional integration efforts, prioritize economic diversification and resource management and institutionalize fiscal reforms and debt management practices.

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  • Dr. Rashid Ali Omar, PhD, 2025. "The Aptness of a Public Servant: A Biographical Analysis of Model Leadership of Prime Minister Barre of Somalia," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(1), pages 2523-2537, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:i:1:p:2523-2537
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