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This is an opinion piece celebrating the 34th anniversary of Somaliland's declaration of independence on May 18th, 1991, from Somalia. The author, Abdirahman Abdillahi Jibril (Awliyo), emphasizes the importance of this day for Somalilanders both at home and abroad.

On May 16, 2025, Cardiff Castle, one of Wales' most iconic landmarks, hosted a historic Republic of Somaliland Flag Raising Ceremony, organized by the Wales Somaliland Community. This event marked Somaliland's Independence Day, commemorating 34 years since its declaration of independence in 1991. The ceremony was a significant occasion for the Somaliland diaspora in Wales, reflecting their pride, resilience, and ongoing call for international recognition.

Djibouti, a tiny nation strategically perched on the Horn of Africa, is facing an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape. Caught between regional power plays, debt-funded infrastructure projects, and the ever-present threat of instability, Djibouti's commitment to neutrality is being tested like never before.

Undocumented Ethiopian migrants are leaving Djibouti in droves following an abrupt shift in the country’s immigration policy enforcement.

In a significant development that underscores the growing economic partnership between Somaliland and Ethiopia, the Ministry of Finance and Development of Somaliland has announced the inauguration of the Ethiopian Transit Clearinghouse at Berbera Port.

The article “Somaliland’s Berbera Port as Key Spot in Red Sea Geopolitics” discusses the growing importance of Berbera Port in Somaliland in terms of regional trade and international politics.

In this Megatrends Afrika interview, Abdirisak M. Shaqale discusses prerequisites for Somaliland's international recognition and links his positive view of Trump 2.0 to this opportunity. He highlights Somaliland's geostrategic advantage and urges Europe to rethink its partnerships with Africa.

This interview, titled “Exclusive: Sit Down with DG of Berbera Port,” provides a comprehensive overview of Berbera Port's strategic developments and its significance in the Horn of Africa.

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.

The article “Somaliland’s Elections: The Role of International Observers” discusses the pivotal role of international observers during Somaliland's 2024 presidential elections, which took place on November 13.