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Financial Recognition Can Precede Political Recognition, Somaliland Central Bank Deputy Governor...
Somaliland financial recognition could precede political recognition, Deputy Governor Hamse Abdirahman Khaire says, outlining reforms on reserves, currency, banking and digital payments
Why Israel Recognized Somaliland: Serbian Diplomat Jelena Milić Sees Red Sea...
Jelena Milić argues that Israel’s recognition of Somaliland was driven by a convergence of history, sovereignty, Red Sea security, Iranian influence and the strategic geography of the Horn of Africa.
SOMALILAND
Why the US Should Recognize Somaliland Independence, South African Advocate Argues
Why the US should recognize Somaliland independence is gaining renewed attention after Jaco Kleynhans argued that Somaliland represents one of the world's strongest cases for self-determination and state recognition
REGIONAL NEWS
Pakistan-Somalia Defense Pact: Strategic Presence or Training Partnership?
Pakistan-Somalia defense pact raises questions over whether Islamabad is pursuing military training and counterterrorism cooperation or a larger strategic presence near the Red Sea
Djibouti Emerges as Key Houthi Logistics and Smuggling Hub in Red...
Djibouti has emerged as a key Houthi logistics and smuggling hub, with alleged networks exploiting its ports, trade routes and Bab el-Mandeb location to move cargo toward Yemen
LOCAL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC
Financial Recognition Can Precede Political Recognition, Somaliland Central Bank Deputy Governor...
Somaliland financial recognition could precede political recognition, Deputy Governor Hamse Abdirahman Khaire says, outlining reforms on reserves, currency, banking and digital payments
Somaliland Finance Ministry Reviews World Bank Projects, Tightens Fiscal Oversight
Somaliland’s Finance Ministry reviews World Bank-funded development projects as the government strengthens fiscal oversight, fights corruption and seeks to stabilize the Somaliland shilling
INTERVIEWS
Inside Washington’s Somaliland Dilemma: David Shinn Reveals What U.S. Policy Really...
Inside Washington’s Somaliland dilemma, David Shinn reveals what U.S. policy really means, examining the prospects for Somaliland recognition and Washington’s strategic interests in the Horn of Africa.
Salma Sheikh: Israel, Taiwan and Ethiopia Are Somaliland’s Key Partners as...
In an interview with Italian journalist Antonio Picasso, Somaliland Review Director Salma Sheikh discusses the Houthi threat, relations with Somalia, international recognition, and why Israel, Taiwan and Ethiopia remain key partners in Somaliland's foreign policy
DEMOCRACY & ELECTIONS
Somaliland Elders Extend Parliamentary Terms, Igniting Dispute Over Election Timeline and...
Somaliland’s House of Elders has extended parliamentary terms by 27 months, defying electoral commission guidance and raising concerns over democracy and transparency
Somaliland President Ends Speculation Over Delays Ahead of Upcoming Elections
The article “Somaliland President Ends Speculation over Delays Ahead of Upcoming Elections” discusses Somaliland's upcoming elections in May 2026 and President Abdirahman Irro's commitment to holding them on time, addressing the country's history of electoral delays.
BOOKS & REVIEWS
On Aug. 3, 1940, Italy invaded British Somaliland, defeated its outnumbered defenders at Tug Argan and captured Berbera before Britain returned in 1941.
Veteran diplomat and humanitarian Edna Adan Ismail argues that Somaliland became Africa's 14th independent nation on June 26, 1960, and presents historical, legal and diplomatic evidence supporting international recognition. The article examines sovereignty, colonial treaties, the 1960 union, democracy and the African Union's role in resolving Somaliland's status.
OPINION/EDITORIAL/ANALYSIS
Somaliland Western Conflict: Local War or Wider Geopolitical Struggle?
Somaliland’s western conflict near Awdal and Zeila is examined as a wider geopolitical struggle involving Ethiopia, Djibouti, Somalia, Türkiye, Egypt and Red Sea security
WOMEN
Diaspora Diplomacy in Somaliland: Strategy, Agency, and Recognition Challenges
“Diaspora Diplomacy in Somaliland: Strategy, Agency, and Recognition Challenges,” examines how Somaliland’s global diaspora has evolved from an economic lifeline into a significant political and diplomatic force.
ISLAM & RELIGION
Somaliland Marks Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday With National Holiday and Reflection on...
Somaliland marks the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday (peace be upon him), as a national holiday, offering an occasion to reflect on his life, teachings, compassion, justice and enduring legacy in Islam
WORLD NEWS
U.S.-China Supply Chain Rivalry Deepens as Africa’s Critical Minerals and Global...
China is tightening control over Africa’s critical minerals while the U.S. secures key shipping routes, with Somaliland emerging as a potential strategic player in the Horn of Africa
Elon Musk’s Starlink Launches in Somalia Amid Escalating Tensions with Somaliland
Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, is now operational across Somalia after receiving an official license from the National Communications Authority (NCA) in April 2025.
LIFESTYLE
ART & CULTURE
Songs of Love and Loss: How Somaliland Melodies Bind a Nation’s...
A Canadian anthropologist argues that Somaliland's songs of love and loss are not mere distractions from politics, but rather a form of politics rooted in intimacy, vulnerability, and shared humanity
FASHION
Rawdah Mohamed Somali Hijab-Wearing Model Who Became A Vogue Fashion Editor
When Rawdah Mohamed lived in an asylum camp after arriving in Norway as a refugee, she was teased at school for wearing a hijab
TRAVEL
Daallo Airlines Moves Only Q400 to Kenyan Register, Highlighting Nairobi’s Growing...
Daallo Airlines has moved its only Q400 to Kenya’s aircraft register, highlighting Nairobi’s growing role as an aviation, regulatory and maintenance hub in East Africa
EDUCATION
Israeli Researchers Visit University of Hargeisa as Somaliland Expands Academic and...
Israeli researchers from Bar-Ilan University, the Open University of Israel and Ariel University visit the University of Hargeisa for academic collaboration and biodiversity research in Somaliland
ENVIRONMENT
The Last Tears of Frankincense: Somaliland’s Struggle to Save an Ancient...
The last tears of Frankincense, the sacred resin of Somaliland, faces collapse due to over-harvesting, climate change, and market instability. Discover how harvesters and innovators are working to save this ancient commodity
HEALTH & FITNESS
From First Breath to First Protection: Private Hospitals Expand Immunization in...
Eight private hospitals in Hargeisa are expanding access to routine immunization, ensuring more children receive essential protection against vaccine-preventable diseases
SPORTS
Champions League 2026/27 Draw: Dates, Format, Schedule and Qualified Teams
The Champions League 2026/27 draw takes place in Monaco on Aug. 27, with 36 clubs set for the league phase. Here are the draw details, format, fixtures and key dates
Spain Crowned World Champions After Ferran Torres Sinks Argentina in Extra Time
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final an crowned world champions as Ferran Torres scored the winning goal. Rodri claimed the Golden Ball while Spain secured their second world title
Everything You Need to Know About the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Between Argentina and Spain
Everything you need to know about the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain, including match details, key players, storylines, venue, history, and what's at stake
Argentina Beat England 2-1 to Reach World Cup Final as Somaliland Celebrates Messi’s Historic Comeback
Argentina staged a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, with Lionel Messi providing two decisive assists to set up a blockbuster showdown with Spain.
Somaliland Roots Reach the World Cup 2026 as Two Players Represent Sweden and Qatar
Two footballers with roots in Somaliland — Taha Ali of Sweden and Abdurisak Yusuf of Qatar — are drawing attention on the world cup 2026, highlighting Somaliland’s growing sporting footprint
