BAIDOA, 14 October 2026 The South West State Reconciliation Committee met on Tuesday in Baidoa with traditional elders from across the regional state to discuss ongoing conflicts and possible solutions.
The meeting focused on strengthening dialogue, coordinating peacebuilding efforts and exploring ways to end conflicts affecting the region.
The committee and elders agreed on the importance of listening to one another, heeding the advice of traditional leaders and taking practical steps to resolve disputes and safeguard social cohesion.
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They also agreed to strengthen cooperation to create a peaceful environment where communities across South West State can live together in harmony.
The meeting forms part of broader efforts to strengthen the role of traditional elders in resolving disputes and restoring stability.