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Somaliland Field Tests IRIS BVVS to be Used for November Polls
An iris-based Biometric Voter Verification System (BVVS) to be used for voter verification in Somaliland during the country’s general elections in November is undergoing field testing to demonstrate its viability.
Sovereignty’s Illusion: Deciphering Mogadishu’s Political Theatre and Erroneous Stratagems
Professor Mohammed Ahmed's article "Sovereignty’s Illusion: Deciphering Mogadishu’s political theatre and erroneous stratagems" delves into the complex political dynamics between Somalia and Ethiopia, focusing on President Hassan Sheikh's remarks about the Ogaden Region.
SOMALILAND
Somalia Threatens To Suspend Ethiopian Airlines, FlyDubai Over Sovereignty Spat
Somalia's aviation authority threatened to suspend all Ethiopian Airlines flights to the country, state media said Wednesday, the latest act in a long-running dispute over Somaliland.
REGIONAL NEWS
Ethiopia Announces Near-Completion Of Flagship Dam
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has congratulated Ethiopians on the near-completion of the Abbay Dam, also known as the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), describing its current status as a “historical arc” that cannot be reversed.
Egypt’s Deployment Of Troops To Somalia Risks Exacerbating Regional Tensions
Egypt has started deploying troops to Somalia, with reports indicating the arrival of military officers and equipment in Mogadishu ahead of the deployment of 10,000 soldiers. Ethiopian sources state that Ethiopia has moved additional military forces to its Somali region as a reaction to Egypt’s military actions.
LOCAL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC
Somalia Threatens To Suspend Ethiopian Airlines, FlyDubai Over Sovereignty Spat
Somalia's aviation authority threatened to suspend all Ethiopian Airlines flights to the country, state media said Wednesday, the latest act in a long-running dispute over Somaliland.
Abdirashid Duale Says Dahabshiil Targets Ethiopia Expansion After M-Pesa Safaricom Partnership
Abdirashid Duale sees remittances as a key driver of development in sub-Saharan Africa.
INTERVIEWS
Interview With Dileita Mohamed Dileita: Why Djibouti’s Voice Is Always Heard
After serving as Prime Minister between 2001 and 2013, Dileita Mohamed Dileita returned to the forefront of the national political scene in March 2023, when he became President of the National Assembly. African Business spoke to this former diplomat.
Reality Check On Regional Security Challenges: Will Somaliland-Ethiopia Deal Move Forward?
The Institute of Foreign Affairs hosted the second round of its Horn Dialogue Series at the Skylight Hotel on April 19, 2024. Themed ‘Navigating the Complexities: Fostering Regional Security in the Horn of Africa,’ the event focused on the region’s critical security issues.
DEMOCRACY & ELECTIONS
Somaliland Field Tests IRIS BVVS to be Used for November Polls
An iris-based Biometric Voter Verification System (BVVS) to be used for voter verification in Somaliland during the country’s general elections in November is undergoing field testing to demonstrate its viability.
Somaliland Adopts Biometric Voter Verification System for November 13th Elections
Somaliland is set to implement a groundbreaking IRIS-Biometric Voter Verification System (BVVS) for its upcoming elections on November 13, 2024.
BOOKS & REVIEWS
Alun Michael, the Cardiff Central MP, penned a poignant letter of support for the Somaliland government to UN General Secretary Boutros Boutros Ghali on May 7, 1992.
In a parliamentary debate on June 3, 1992, Mr. Bowis asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs about the UK's position regarding the recognition of countries that were formerly British Somaliland (now Somaliland), French Somaliland (now Djibouti), and Italian Somaliland (now Somalia).
OPINION/EDITORIAL/ANALYSIS
Inside Somaliland, the State Eager to Become the World’s Next Country
An uprising inside Somaliland challenges its authority as it seeks recognition.
WOMEN
The Political Economy Of Connectivity In The Somali Horn Of Africa
This article focuses on the political economy of connectivity in the Somali Horn of Africa (HoA).
ISLAM & RELIGION
Millions Of Pilgrims Start Hajj In Shadow Of Israel’s War On...
Rituals expected to draw more than two million pilgrims this year, praying for peace in Gaza, Yemen and Sudan.
WORLD NEWS
Easier Money Transfers To Ethiopia: M-PESA and Dahabshiil Collaboration
In a bid to simplify financial transactions for Ethiopians abroad, Safaricom's M-PESA has joined forces with Dahabshiil, a prominent money transfer service.
Telesom Launches 5G and FWA Services in Somaliland
The company believes that the introduction of 5G and FWA services will not only enrich the lives of individuals but also catalyze economic growth and innovation in different parts of rural and urban communities.
LIFESTYLE
ART & CULTURE
Macklemore’s Release Of ‘Hind’s Hall’ Leads To A Major Victory
Rapper Macklemore is being praised online after he shared a new song that supports Palestine and student protests happening around the world.
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
What Do You Know About Somaliland?
Here is everything you should know about Somaliland
EDUCATION
Another 32 Somaliland Students Heading to Taiwan for Coveted Scholarships
Taiwan awarded scholarships to 32 Somaliland students during a ceremony held by the Taiwan Representative Office in Somaliland, highlighting the strengthening of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
ENVIRONMENT
On The Hunt: The Effort To Track The Illegal Cheetah Trade
On the Hunt: The Effort to Track the Illegal Cheetah Trade explores the ongoing efforts to combat the illegal trade of cheetahs, shedding light on the challenges faced by those working to protect these endangered animals.
HEALTH & FITNESS
EAC Issues Alert Regarding Mpox (Monkeypox) Spread
The East African Community (EAC) on Monday called on its eight member states to educate their citizens on how to protect themselves and prevent the spread of mpox (monkeypox), an infectious disease caused by the mpox virus.
SPORTS
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.
Trio Of Ethiopian Athletes Advance To Men’s 5000 Final
A trio of Ethiopian athletes, Hagos Gebrehiwot, Binyam Mehari, and Addisu Yihune, have successfully advanced to the men’s 5000m finals at the ongoing Paris Olympic Games.
Furor Over Imane Khelif’s Gender Is Fueled By Western Prejudice
For women athletes like Imane Khelif, the Olympics is about breaking the rules of a game that has forbidden them from being competitive on equal terms. Ironically, Paris, known for its neutral ground and ‘woke’ culture, disappointed them
NCAA Eligibility Approved for Abaarso School in Somaliland
The NCAA counts 1,101 institutions as members in the US and one in Canada, Simon Fraser University (SFU) in British Columbia.
