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It details recent military clashes in Tukaraq and the militarisation of Sanaag, while noting that economic and social ties persist despite political tensions. 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High salaries for foreign specialists drain government funds, and security concerns in the Sool and Sanaag regions prevent international staff from accessing those areas, worsening regional disparities.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"prio-001462#insight-3","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"The Hargeisa Group Hospital (HGH) utilizes a functional Regional Health Board and cost-sharing system that leverages diaspora donations and small patient surcharges to fund medical supplies and staff.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"prio-001462#insight-4","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},{"text":"Despite the success of the HGH model in fundraising, it fails to ensure genuine community ownership or accountability. 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