The Puntland government has criticized President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s Saturday decision to appoint an envoy to Somaliland. President Mohamud appointed former Galmudug state President Abdikarim Hussein Guled (pictured) to lead …
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Somalia nears major debt relief milestone as World Bank reviews development progress
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe World Bank and the Somali government held a two-day Country Portfolio Performance Review (CPPR) this week to evaluate progress on development projects. The meeting took place as Somalia approaches …
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Set clear timeline for presidential elections, US tells Somaliland government
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe US State Department has expressed concern over the delay of Somaliland’s presidential elections, initially scheduled for November 2022. They urged Somaliland authorities to establish a clear timeline and complete …
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US envoy asks Bihi to pulls back its forces from Las Anod conflict areas
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe United States has expressed growing concern over the ongoing violence in Las Anod, Somaliland, and is urging parties involved to de-escalate the situation, adhere to the agreed ceasefire, and …
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Somaliland government points accusing finger at Al Shabab in latest wave of attacks on its forces
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe Somaliland government is now accusing terrorist group Al Shabab of leading attacks on its forces in the latest fighting in Las Anod. In a statement from the Presidency, Somaliland …
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Somalia’s National Communications Authority (NCA) said six mobile phone operators have completed their interconnection service, marking a significant milestone for the telecom industry. The NCA, the telecom industry regulator, said …
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Traditional elders from Mogadishu arrive in Las Anod to seek a peaceful solution to violent conflict
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterA group of traditional elders from Mogadishu arrived in the conflict-ridden town of Las Anod on Monday to find a peaceful solution to the conflict, which has been ongoing for …
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UN needs US$ 116million to save refugees fleeing Las Anod fights and severe drought
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterAs needs grow and refugees continue to arrive, UN agencies and partner organizations today appealed for US$116 million to provide life-saving assistance to Somali refugees seeking safety in an extremely …
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Somalis are dying because of a climate crisis they didn’t cause. More aid isn’t the answer
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Abdirahman Abdishakur Despite billions spent on the humanitarian response, Somalia faces another year of drought and hunger. We desperately need money, but it needs to be better spent In Somalia, …
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Is President Guelleh’s iron grip on Djibouti eroding?
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Dr. Abdiwahab Sheikh Abdisamad The legacy of colonialism and interference from the U.S. and other states keeps Djibouti’s president in office after 25 years. Djibouti needs democracy and sovereignty for …