Somaliland’s shift from a clan-based political structure to multiparty democracy aimed to foster inclusivity and broaden political representation. However, this transition introduced hurdles, particularly in ensuring fair representation across clans and increasing women’s participation in governance. While the multiparty system granted women the right to vote and run for office, their representation remains minimal, with only a few seats won by female candidates in local councils. Clan dominance, notably by the Isaaq clan, exacerbates marginalization for minority clans like Harti and Wersengeli, leading to regional dissatisfaction and lower voter turnout in areas such as Sool and Sanaag.