Beyond the politics of fear in Mandera's cross-border networks

Beyond the politics of fear in Mandera's cross-border networks

By Teresia Gitau When Halima Abdi leaves Mandera for Somalia’s Beled Hawo each morning to restock her kiosk, she doesn’t see foreign soldiers or security threats. She sees her cousin’s wholesale shop, a place that feels almost like home. On her mind are her daughter’s school fees and tea leaves and coffee for her customers. […]