Somalia Civil War

Definition

The Somalia Civil War is an ongoing civil war taking place in Somalia. It began in 1991 when a coalition of clan-based armed opposition groups ousted the nation's long-standing military government.

Related terms

Failed State: A state whose political or economic system has become so weak that the government is no longer in control.

Warlordism: A condition where power is divided among military cliques or local strongmen rather than centralized government.

Clan-Based Politics: Political organization and activity inspired by clan affiliation.