By Brendon J. Cannon (Associate Professor, Khalifa University) Somaliland is due to hold a presidential election on 13 November 2024. The results of the election will be important for two main …
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Effects of Bihi’s non visionary leadership of Somaliland
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy: Abdi Jama In the intricate landscape of global politics, unrecognized states such as Somaliland occupy a precarious and unique position. Since declaring its independence from Somalia in 1991, Somaliland …
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Egypt-Ethiopia hostilities are playing out in the Horn – the risk of new proxy wars is high
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterEgypt recently deepened its involvement in the war-weary Horn of Africa by arming Somalia and deploying its troops in the embattled country. To Ethiopia’s growing alarm, Egypt is also set to join the multinational …
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Somaliland deserves independence before Palestinians
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Michael Rubin In the wake of Hamas’s Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel, European countries cast aside Oslo Accords-era commitments to demand Palestinians cease terrorism as a precondition to independence. When Western diplomats condemned Israel …
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The Contribution of Taiwan and Somaliland in formulating a new development discourse in the Horn of Africa
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Dr. Mohamed Hagi The formal establishment of Somaliland-Taiwan relationship in 2020 is a watershed moment that demonstrates the countries’ innovative and pragmatic approaches to international cooperation. Both Somaliland and …
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Somaliland’s 2024 Presidential Election: A Razor-Thin contest between Continuity and Change
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Ali Yusuf alyusufu2022@outlook.com Somaliland gears up for its presidential and party elections on November 13, the political environment is fraught with tension, high stakes, and significant expectations. The upcoming election …
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Waddani’s strategic blueprint for Somaliland’s role in the global arena
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Abdi Halim M Musa (E-mail: halimusa4@gmail.com) As Somaliland approaches the presidential election on November 13, 2024, the nation finds itself at a crossroads. The choice before the people is …
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Habarjeclo’s bold step towards a brighter future: Why the clan’s support for Cirro is key to saving Somaliland
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Abdi Halim M Musa (E-mail: halimusa4@gmail.com) In a historic and decisive moment, the leadership of the Habarjeclo clan has made a bold and courageous decision to throw their collective …
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Somaliland is where India can counter China in east Africa
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Samir Bhattacharya India should develop closer relations with Somaliland, especially by using its port. This could provide India a valuable tool for countering China’s influence along the eastern coast …
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From Corruption to Obsolescence: The Growing Case for Disbanding Somaliland’s Elders Council – Guurti
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy V A Massroui Virgil.Massroui@outlook.com The Somaliland House of Elders, commonly known as the Guurti, was originally conceived as a body that would embody the wisdom and traditions of Somaliland’s …