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Somaliland Lawyers and Paralegals Complete Key Training to Expand Free Legal...
Forty-five lawyers and paralegals in Somaliland have completed specialized legal aid training under the UN Joint Rule of Law Programme Phase II, strengthening access to justice, human rights protection, and free legal services for vulnerable communities
Somaliland Launches 2027 National Budget Preparation Process as Budget Policy Committee...
Somaliland's Ministry of Finance has officially launched preparations for the 2027 National Budget, with the Budget Policy Committee focusing on fiscal discipline, domestic revenue mobilization, transparency, and national development priorities
SOMALILAND
Somaliland Launches 2027 National Budget Preparation Process as Budget Policy Committee...
Somaliland's Ministry of Finance has officially launched preparations for the 2027 National Budget, with the Budget Policy Committee focusing on fiscal discipline, domestic revenue mobilization, transparency, and national development priorities
REGIONAL NEWS
Somalia Approves Maritime Cooperation Deal with Egypt as Cairo Expands Red...
Somalia has approved a maritime cooperation deal with Egypt, expanding Cairo's growing Red Sea partnerships following similar accords with Eritrea. The deal comes amid regional competition over maritime access, security and influence in the Horn of Africa
Somalia’s War with Al-Shabaab Returns to Deadlock as Militants Reverse Government...
A new International Crisis Group report warns Somalia's war against Al-Shabaab has returned to a dangerous deadlock after the militants recaptured much of the territory lost in 2022–2023. The report urges military reform, political unity and eventual negotiations to end the conflict
LOCAL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC
Somaliland Launches 2027 National Budget Preparation Process as Budget Policy Committee...
Somaliland's Ministry of Finance has officially launched preparations for the 2027 National Budget, with the Budget Policy Committee focusing on fiscal discipline, domestic revenue mobilization, transparency, and national development priorities
Somaliland Says GST Is a Modernization of Existing Tax System, Not...
Somaliland's Ministry of Finance says the Goods and Services Tax (GST) taking effect on August 1 is not a new tax but a modernization of the country's existing tax system. Officials explain how the revised framework will work and why the final consumer bears the tax
INTERVIEWS
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
More Nations Set to Recognize Somaliland, But Who’s Next?
Somaliland’s foreign minister says more nations are expected to recognize Somaliland following Israel’s historic decision to establish diplomatic relations and host Somaliland’s first embassy abroad, signaling a potential shift in international diplomacy across the Horn of Africa
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
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.
Explore the significance of Somaliland's 66th Independence Day, the distinction between June 26 and May 18 celebrations, and how Israel's recognition has reshaped Somaliland's diplomatic ambitions, regional partnerships, and future outlook
OPINION/EDITORIAL/ANALYSIS
Middle East Power Play in the Horn of Africa: Somaliland, Somalia...
Military agreements, port investments and diplomatic rivalries are transforming the Horn of Africa into a key extension of Middle East power play. From Israel's recognition of Somaliland and the UAE's investment in Berbera Port to Egypt, Turkey and Saudi Arabia's expanding partnerships with Somalia, the Red Sea region is emerging as a critical arena for global security, trade and strategic competition
WOMEN
New Chapter, Same Stalemate: Somalia’s War with Al-Shabaab
A new International Crisis Group report warns that Somalia's war against Al-Shabaab has reached a dangerous stalemate after the militant group's 2025 resurgence erased major government gains. The report urges military reform, political unity, and eventual negotiations to prevent prolonged conflict
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
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
Somaliland Omitted as Ethiopia Publishes Visa-on-Arrival List for Over 100 Countries
Ethiopia has published an updated list of more than 100 countries eligible for tourist visas on arrival, but Somaliland was omitted despite close bilateral ties, daily Ethiopian Airlines flights to Hargeisa, and Ethiopia's diplomatic presence in Somaliland
EDUCATION
Somaliland Sets New Education Record as President Irro Launches National Examinations...
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro officially launched the 2026 national examinations as a new education record 42,519 students began primary, secondary and TVET certificate exams across 299 centres nationwide
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
New Study Warns Burao Remains Vulnerable to Chikungunya Despite High Public...
A new study finds that while nearly all residents of Burao understand chikungunya transmission, poor preventive practices and weak environmental conditions continue to leave Somaliland vulnerable to future outbreaks
SPORTS
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
“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.
