Fifteen Years Since Saddam's Execution
On the occasion of the fifteenth anniversary of Colonel Muammar Gaddafi's death, this article reviews his leadership and its impact on Libya. It highlights his rule for more than 42 years, from the 1969 coup until his death in 2011. The piece emphasizes the population growth from around two million to six million inhabitants and the utilization of oil revenues to improve public services. However, it also notes that these wealth gains did not translate into a diversified economy characterized by transparency and accountability. The article discusses his foreign relations, particularly his support for revolutionary and rebel movements, his stance on Saddam Hussein’s execution, and his efforts to launch an African currency backed by gold. It sheds light on the divisions surrounding his rule—some praising his achievements, others criticizing personal rule and the absence of freedoms—while Libya continues to face ongoing security, political, and economic challenges.
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