1Ph.D Scholar, Delhi University
Corresponding Author Email Id: hukumey@snu.edu.so
Background: This paper seeks to examine how drug abuse affects peace and stability within certain districts of Mogadishu in Somalia. Using the descriptive and explanatory methodology, the study aims at comprehending the connection between drug abuse and its impacts on the community. To choose the 153 study participants, a non-probability stratified random sampling method will be applied. The samples of people who used as respondents were local leaders, academics, NGOs, women groups, and youth organizations in the districts of Abdi-Aziz, Boondheere, Waaberi and Hodan. The actual data collection was carried out in the form of face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire. The answers were then coded and then analyzed in SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences).
Findings: The researcher cites bars and hotels as the most common places of drug abuse with the educational institutions demonstrating relatively lower drug-related behaviors. In addition, the study also brings the issue of youth unemployment as a major factor that leads to the spread of drug abuse. It is promoting better border control and tight supervision of the seaports in an effort to curb drug trafficking in Somalia. The results show that the greatest proportion of drug abusers is represented by people between 15 and 25. The major drug facilitators of illicit drug trade in the country are identified as Somali drug cartels, organized crime groups and drug import companies. The research highlights that unemployment among young people needs to be resolved in order to open employment opportunities, education, and activities as the prevention of drug abuse.
Conclusion: The paper finally found a range of negative consequences, such as an increase in murder, robbery, sexual assaults, theft, violence, and social unrest, all of which negatively affect the security and stability of the country. The research recommends the use of a holistic approach, which focuses on the implementation of evidence-based prevention initiatives among vulnerable groups with specific emphasis to the youth. It should focus these programs on education, awareness and development of life skills to deter the use of drugs and provide alternative opportunities. It is therefore advisable that the Mogadishu municipality should invest in available and quality drug treatment and rehabilitation facilities to help the people who struggle with drug addiction including counseling, detoxification, and long-term rehabilitation.
Keywords: Drug Abuse, Peace, Stability
How to cite this article: Yusuf HM. The Impact of Drug Abuse on Peace and Stability: Case Study - Some Selected Districts in Banadir Region Mogadishu-Somalia. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(15s): 1-9. DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.15s.1
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