In what may be described as a telling body blow to Somaliland President Muse Bihi’s chances of retaining his seat in the upcoming elections, his Vice President for seven years …
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A matter of time: Somaliland determined to see through MoU
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterIt has been nearly a year since Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Somaliland President Muse Bihi announced they had signed a deal that would see Ethiopia lease a portion of …
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Dr. Abdirahman Irro’s blueprint for Somaliland’s future
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterDr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro, a seasoned political figure and the Waddani Party’s presidential candidate, recently shared his vision for Somaliland in an interview with BBC Somali. His responses provide …
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What the November 13 presidential polls mean for Somaliland
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterOn November 13 Somaliland – which is a democratic and peaceful country on the ´Horn of Africa, yet not recognised by any other nation– will hold presidential elections. Brendon J. …
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Time to go, Irro tells Bihi as Waddani wraps up nationwide campaigns
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterOpposition Waddani party wrapped up its presidential campaign on Friday with a strong message to the voters to support change when they cast their votes on Wednesday, November 13 for …
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Somaliland, a Nation at the Crossroads
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Said W. Hersi The story of Somaliland is marked by resilience, hope, and self-determination. From its initial nation-building efforts to its recent internal struggles, Somaliland has encountered both triumphs …
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Bihi drums up support for Kulmiye amid robust opposition from Waddani in presidential run up
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterWith Somaliland’s election days away, incumbent President Muse Bihi Abdi has urged the public to support his Kulmiye party, positioning it as the only political force capable of achieving international …
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U.S. to seize frankincense imports from Somaliland supplier accused of forced labor
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterA Somaliland company that manufactures frankincense, an aromatic resin that the wise men gifted to Jesus in the Bible story of his birth, will see its products confiscated at U.S. ports under …
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America’s “One Somalia” policy is a gift to China
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Michael Rubin On December 13, 2018, National Security Advisor John Bolton announced the Trump administration’s new Africa strategy. “Great power competitors, namely China and Russia, are rapidly expanding their …
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NEC briefs UK delegation on election preparedness
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe National Electoral Commission (NEC) of Somaliland recently hosted Mr. Christopher Pycroft, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s (FCDO) Development Director in Somalia, in a meeting aimed at …