The recent surge of civil unrest inSomalia, sparked by state‑led demolitions and met with lethal force, serves as a stark reminder of the geopolitical volatility that can reverberate across sovereign capital markets. For investors in the Middle East and North Africa, the episode underscores the heightened scrutiny of government actions that may impinge on property rights and social stability, prompting a reevaluation of risk premiums attached to assets linked to fragile jurisdictions.








