• Mustafe Abdirahman Habane

Abstract This article conducts a comparative analysis of democratic governance and revenue collection between Somaliland and Somalia from 2019-2024. It examines historical and contemporary practices of democratic systems and revenue mobilization challenges in both territories. The analysis reveals divergent trajectories, with Somaliland demonstrating stronger democratic institutions and more effective tax collection. In contrast, central Somalia remains fragile. This study utilized secondary data from reputable sources including government ministries in Somaliland and Somalia, the World Bank, IMF, and data from 2019-2024. The findings provide insights into how political stability, institutional design, and international engagement shape revenue generation and public governance. Specifically, this study compares revenue collection systems and identifies key differences and similarities in approaches to mobilizing funds. It also analyzes the impact of democracy on tax efficiency and effectiveness in Somaliland and Somalia.

Keywords: Democratic Governance, Domestic Revenue. International Support Budget. Introduction

"COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE AND REVENUE COLLECTION IN THE HORN OF AFRICA, CASE OF SOMALILAND AND SOMALIA.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.g387-g401, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406646.pdf

"COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE AND REVENUE COLLECTION IN THE HORN OF AFRICA, CASE OF SOMALILAND AND SOMALIA.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppg387-g401, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406646.pdf