the meeting with peter landau, page-52

I believe we will see an 'African form of democracy' in Puntland where the good of the majority will take precedence over the vocal, self serving few! Pres Hersi is 100% committed to Range/Africa Oil, and 'yes', he is likely in the mix. Currently, he is calling the shots, while the minority opposition operates mostly from outside of Puntland. Their reports are speculative at best and based on anonymous reports of he said, she said! They may be damaging to the SP temporarily but have little effect on the methodical progress AOC is making. The recent action on the ground was a massive step forward and no doubt gave hope to all peace loving Somali's for dignity, work and prosperity in the future. Do they prefer hope, dignity, work, and long term prosperity, or would they choose to continue their suffering from flood and famine, insecurity, starvation, war and death?

Yes, we hear some he said, she said rumours from time to time, but the latest are 'Chinese whispers', lol!