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“We haven’t had enough time between one disaster and another” says MSF doctor on situation in Somalia
A senior doctor with the with Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) in Baidoa, Somalia has described the humanitarian situation in the country as catastrophic. Dr Asma Aweis Abdallah said the drought in the country- the worst in four decades has forced people to move from their homes to look for health and humanitarian assistance. She said over the last…
‘Shared status’ fuels closer Taiwan and Somaliland partnership
This year has not been the best for Somaliland’s international reputation. After breaking away from Somalia in 1991, the de facto independent country cultivated an image as an “oasis of stability” in the Horn of Africa, conducting disarmaments and democratic elections despite lacking international recognition. But presidential elections scheduled for last year were delayed, and in February, long-held clan tensions erupted into…
‘Give us the stage and trust us’: how a British-Somali play became a sell-out smash hit
The lack of roles for Somali and Muslim women led writer and actor Sabrina Ali to create her own. Her…
Finland government promises to work with Somaliland to keep the peace of East Sool and Eerigaabo
Somaliland President Abdirahman Maxamed Abdilahi (Cirro) is asking the Finnish government to assist in resolving the conflicts in the Horn…
Zaynab Mohamed a step closer to becoming first black woman in Minnesota Senate
Zaynab Mohamed has moved one step closer to her dream after winning Democratic primary elections last week. With this victory,…
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China’s interference in Somaliland: Backing SSC rebels in Somaliland
By Mohamed Hussein Nour Somaliland, a self-declared independent state in the Horn of Africa, has long struggled for international recognition despite maintaining a stable democratic system since 1991. However, as Somaliland continues to strengthen its diplomatic and economic ties with global partners, it faces increasing external interference, particularly from China.…
Governments sets focus on improvement of health provision
The president of the Republic of Somaliland Mr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdilaahi (Cirro) attended the National Political Conference of JSL organised by the Ministry of Health Development and held at Ambassador Hotel in Hargeisa city. The President's in his speech highlighted how the government is determined to improve the basic health…
Irro inspects Berbera Airport and Oil Storage Facility
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro), accompanied by a high-level delegation, today conducted an inspection visit to Berbera International Airport as part of his official working tour of the Sahil region. During the visit, the President received a detailed briefing from the Minister of…
President Irro lays foundation stone for Berbera Electricity Supply and Expansion Project
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Dr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro, on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the Berbera Electricity Supply and Expansion Project, greatly needed by people of Berbera, a coastal city with a hot climate that has often complained about the lack of enough electricity.…
Somaliland President Inaugurates Sheikh-Berbera Road Upgrades
The Somaliland Development Fund (SDF), in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport and Roads Development (MoTRD), officially inaugurated the 69 km of road between Sheikh and Berbera. The milestone completion ceremony was officiated by His Excellency President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdilahi, alongside key government officials, community leaders, and development partners. “This…
Dahabshiil backs clean water access on World Water Day
Dahabshiil, one of the Horn of Africa’s largest financial services providers, has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling water scarcity as part of its broader social impact work. Marking World Water Day on 22 March, CEO Abdirashid Duale visited drought-hit communities to highlight the company’s efforts in improving access to clean…
Somaliland: Key ally against Al-Shabaab, Houthi aggression in Horn of Africa
By Abdi Halim M. Musa Somaliland stands as the frontline defense against terrorism in the Horn of Africa, playing a crucial role in maintaining regional stability and securing vital global trade routes. Despite its lack of formal recognition, Somaliland has consistently proven its resilience, preserving peace and security in one…
Ethiopia-Somaliland MoU: Pragmatic maritime solution, not diplomatic setback
By Gulaid Yusuf Idaan This article provides a comprehensive rebuttal to Hassan Yusuf’s opinion piece, “Ethiopia’s Maritime Dilemma: Why MoU with Somaliland Risks Diplomatic Fallout, Undermines Regional Stability,” which critiques the Ethiopia-Somaliland Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Yusuf argues that the MoU violates Somalia’s sovereignty, isolates Ethiopia diplomatically, destabilizes the region, and is…
Ballots Over Bullets: How Somaliland built thriving democracy from ashes of war, defying Africa’s election odds
By Ahmed Abdi Abdulahi When I was a kid, I thought democracy was unique to Greece and only Greeks would do better exercising. This was partially true since I didn’t grow up in a democratic culture. I was born and raised in Ethiopia, which has for many decades been a…
International election observer mission publishes final report for November 2024 Presidential polls
The University College London International Election Observation Mission (IEOM) to Somaliland’s presidential and political party elections on 13 November 2024 has published its final report. The mission, led by Tim Cole, a former UK ambassador, was invited by Somaliland’s National Electoral Commission (NEC) to provide an impartial and independent assessment…