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Somaliland Envoy Attends Israel Independence Day Celebration as Diplomatic Ties Deepen
Somaliland’s U.S. representative Bashir Goth attended Israel’s Independence Day celebration in Washington as diplomatic ties deepen months after Israel formally recognized Somaliland in a historic move
Somaliland Signals Major International Development Ahead of May 18 Celebrations, President...
President Abdirahman Irro returned to Somaliland after a UAE visit as officials hinted at a major international development ahead of May 18 celebrations, raising speculation over new diplomatic or strategic partnerships
SOMALILAND
Israeli Deputy Envoy Says Somaliland Recognition Reflects Regional Reality, Supports Stability...
Israeli deputy envoy says recognition of Somaliland reflects “reality on the ground” as diplomatic, economic, and security ties deepen across the Red Sea corridor
REGIONAL NEWS
Somali Terror Groups could Tighten Hormuz Chokehold through Bab-el-Mandeb Piracy, Experts...
Analysts warn Somali terror groups like Al-Shabaab could escalate attacks in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, compounding disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and threatening global trade routes.
Egypt Mounts Africa-Wide Push to Pressure Ethiopia over Nile Dispute and...
Egypt is expanding military and diplomatic influence across Africa to pressure Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, raising tensions in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea region
LOCAL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC
Somaliland Finance Minister Leads High-Level Review of World Bank-Funded Development Projects
Somaliland’s Finance Ministry chaired a high-level review of World Bank-funded projects in Hargeisa, focusing on transparency reforms, accelerated implementation and sustainable economic growth.
Somaliland Will Join Donald Trump Jr. at Elite Global Economic Summit...
Somaliland’s ports authority chairman will join Donald Trump Jr., global investors and political figures at a closed-door economic summit in Zurich, months after President Irro met Eric Trump and Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Davos
INTERVIEWS
Former Somaliland Diplomat Defends Israel Recognition, Says Taiwan Ties ‘Diplomatic Trial...
In an exclusive interview, former Somaliland diplomat defends Hargeisa’s recognition by Israel, reflects on six years of ties with Taiwan, and outlines the geopolitical stakes in the Red Sea and Horn of Africa
In Davos, Somaliland Demands Answers on Recognition and Investment
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Somaliland’s Foreign Minister Abdirahman Dahir Adan questions why his peaceful, democratic state remains unrecognized despite stability, elections, and growing strategic importance. He highlights Israel’s recognition, U.S. military talks, and Somaliland’s push for investment—not aid
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
Somaliland marks the 35th anniversary of reclaiming its sovereignty on May 18 under the theme “Recognition and Resilience.” Celebrations across Hargeisa, Burao, Borama and the diaspora highlight national unity, youth patriotism, resilience and growing hopes for wider international recognition following Israel’s formal recognition of Somaliland
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.
OPINION/EDITORIAL/ANALYSIS
Somaliland at 35: From Seeking Recognition to Asserting Global Presence
As Somaliland marks 35 years since restoring its sovereignty in 1991, the Republic is transitioning from seeking recognition to asserting strategic influence through Red Sea geopolitics, the Berbera port, Ethiopia ties, and Israel’s historic recognition
WOMEN
Sovereignty’s End and Beginning: Statehood and self-determination in Somaliland
In Somaliland, the pursuit of statehood has come with a bitter irony. Farah Bakaari examines Somaliland’s decades-long pursuit of international recognition, the legacy of genocide and war, and sovereignty after Israel became the first country to recognize Somaliland’s independence.
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
UK Raises Somalia E-Visa Concerns after MP Highlights Risks to Somaliland...
A UK lawmaker has urged scrutiny of Somalia’s e-visa system after concerns from Somalilanders over privacy and safety, prompting a cautious response from the Foreign Office
EDUCATION
Telesom Academy Graduates 87 Students to Boost Somaliland’s Digital Workforce
Telesom Academy graduates 87 students trained in IT, AI, and digital skills, highlighting growing private sector efforts to strengthen Somaliland’s workforce and digital economy
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.
