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At Davos, Somaliland President Meets Eric Trump to Pitch Investment and...
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Somaliland’s president met Eric Trump and Israel’s president to pitch investment opportunities and push for international recognition
Somaliland Eliminates Militants Near Zeila as Djibouti Minister’s Remarks Raise Fears...
Somaliland says it eliminated militants near Zeila after a border operation, as a Djibouti minister’s remarks fuel fears of escalation and regional confrontation in the Horn of Africa
SOMALILAND
At Davos, Somaliland President Meets Eric Trump to Pitch Investment and...
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Somaliland’s president met Eric Trump and Israel’s president to pitch investment opportunities and push for international recognition
REGIONAL NEWS
Somalia Permits UAE Military Exit From Mogadishu After Ethiopian Mediation
Somalia reversed course and permitted the UAE to withdraw military personnel and equipment from Mogadishu without inspection after Ethiopian mediation. Four Ethiopian aircraft conducted the evacuation amid a wider rupture that saw Mogadishu cancel defense and port agreements with Abu Dhabi
Analyst Warns al-Shabaab Capture of Mogadishu ‘Matter of Time’
Al-Shabaab’s encirclement of Mogadishu raises fears of a federal collapse and regional instability. Analyst warns Somalia faces a looming jihadist takeover
LOCAL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC
Taiwan-Led $20M Livestock Quarantine Hub Ushers in New Era for Somaliland
A groundbreaking $20M livestock quarantine and agro-industrial project near Berbera Port positions Somaliland as a regional livestock export powerhouse and attracts international investors
Somaliland Launches GR Revenue Harmonization to Unify Government Collections
Somaliland launches a major GR Revenue Collection Harmonization Program to unify autonomous agencies & central government systems, aiming to boost transparency, prevent malpractice, and strengthen public financial trust
INTERVIEWS
Somaliland on the Verge: Oil Discovery and Mineral Wealth Set to...
Somaliland stands on the cusp of a transformative era, poised to unlock its vast energy and mineral wealth. With significant progress in oil and gas exploration, untapped mineral reserves, and ambitious renewable energy plans, the nation is strategically leveraging its resources to fuel economic growth and bolster its quest for international recognition.
President of Somaliland Says Recognition of State ‘On the Horizon’ Following...
“Recognition is on the horizon. It’s a matter of time. Not if, but when and who will lead the recognition of Somaliland,” says the President of Somaliland
DEMOCRACY & ELECTIONS
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.
The System Worked: Somaliland’s 2024 Presidential and Political Party Elections
In the article “The System Worked: Somaliland’s 2024 Presidential and Political Party Elections” by Scott Pegg, the author discusses the successful conduct of Somaliland's 2024 presidential and political party elections, held on November 13, 2024.
BOOKS & REVIEWS
Somaliland’s government has formally rejected participation in the Djibouti-led peace process for Somalia — known as the Arta Conference — asserting that it has already restored peace and governance independently and will not be drawn back into Somalia’s conflict.
This article commemorates the 65th anniversary of Somaliland's independence from British rule on June 26, 1960. It emphasizes the importance of this date for Somalilanders, distinguishing it from the anniversary of the reassertion of sovereignty on May 18th.
OPINION/EDITORIAL/ANALYSIS
The Gordian Knot Between Venezuela and Somaliland
This article, “The Gordian Knot between Venezuela and Somaliland,” argues that despite being seemingly unrelated and geographically distant, Israel's recognition of Somaliland and the US's (hypothetical) intervention in Venezuela share several key similarities, reflecting changing geopolitical trends.
WOMEN
De Facto Diplomacy: Taiwan’s Quest for Ontological Security in Somaliland
This paper, “De Facto Diplomacy: Taiwan’s Quest for Ontological Security in Somaliland,” analyzes Taiwan’s engagement with Somaliland through the lens of ontological security theory, arguing that de facto states pursue identity-affirming diplomacy beyond physical security needs. Using thematic narrative analysis, it examines how Taiwan constructs narratives of democracy, recognition, and international legitimacy.
ISLAM & RELIGION
Zohran Mamdani Makes History as First Muslim Mayor of New York...
Zohran Mamdani Makes History as First Muslim Mayor of New York City, Defeating Cuomo in Upset That Reverberates Across U.S. Politics
WORLD NEWS
Special Economic Zones Set to Drive Africa’s Trade Growth Agenda
A recent CNBC Africa discussion, held in partnership with DP World, explored the role of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) as catalysts for regional growth and global connectivity across 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
Trump Signs Travel Ban on Entry from 12 Countries, Restrictions on...
President Trump signed a proclamation to ban travel from certain countries on Wednesday evening, citing national security risks, administration officials told CBS News.
EDUCATION
Berbera Port Operator Fulfills Education Pledge in Somaliland With New Science...
Berbera port operator DP World delivers on 2022 promise, deepening local investment beyond trade and logistics
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
Somaliland Expands Healthcare Access, Launches Routine Vaccinations in Private Hospitals
In a move aimed at significantly broadening public health access, the Republic of Somaliland has officially integrated routine vaccination services into its private healthcare sector, a step officials say will help protect more children from preventable diseases.
SPORTS
“Thrown Under the Bus”: Salah’s Bombshell and the Liverpool Legend Who Rewrote Football
Mohamed Salah’s explosive interview shakes Liverpool to its core. He says he was “thrown under the bus” after three benchings. Liverpool faces a historic split after Salah calls out the club and hints at a goodbye. Inside the bombshell, the fallout, and what it means for football
Mohamed Salah Defends Diaz and Nunez After Comparisons to Liverpool’s Record-Breaking New Signings
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has come to the defense of his former teammates Luis Díaz and Darwin Núñez, pushing back against growing online comparisons to the club’s high-profile summer signings, Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz.
Liverpool Clinch Premier League, Match Man United with 20 Titles
Liverpool have been crowned Premier League champions with their 5-1 win against Tottenham at Anfield on Sunday.
US Claims Fifth Olympic Gold Medal in Women’s Soccer
The United States claimed a record-extending fifth Olympic gold medal in women's soccer after Mallory Swanson earned them a 1-0 win over Brazil in the final at Parc des Princes on Saturday.
Norway’s Jakob Ingebrigtsen Wins Men’s 5000m Gold
Norway’s Jakob Ingebrigtsen bounced back from defeat in the 1,500 meters to win the Olympic 5000-meter gold with a fierce final lap on Saturday, just as he did in last year’s world championships.
