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Ankara Declaration: Türkiye’s Diplomatic Win In Africa
The Ankara Declaration, brokered by Türkiye, is poised to play a crucial role in stabilizing the increasingly volatile Horn of Africa while strengthening Türkiye’s influence in the region
Somalia Excludes Ethiopia from AUSSOM Following Presidential Visit to Asmara
Ethiopia has been excluded from an upcoming AUSSOM peacekeeping mission in Somalia due to recent diplomatic tensions with Somalia, while the US rejects novel financing model for the mission.
SOMALILAND
AFRICOM Commander General Langley Set to Visit Somaliland as Washington Considers...
General Langley’s diplomatic mission follows a series of U.S. military assessments in Somaliland, now possibly expedited by changing political dynamics in Washington
REGIONAL NEWS
Somalia Excludes Ethiopia from AUSSOM Following Presidential Visit to Asmara
Ethiopia has been excluded from an upcoming AUSSOM peacekeeping mission in Somalia due to recent diplomatic tensions with Somalia, while the US rejects novel financing model for the mission.
UN Approves New African Union Force to Take on Al-Shabaab in...
The UN Security Council on Friday gave the green light to a new African Union force in Somalia that is meant to take on the Islamist armed group Al-Shabaab, with the soldiers due to deploy in January.
LOCAL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC
Bridging Borders: Ethiopian Transit Clearinghouse Launches at Berbera Port
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.
Somaliland’s Berbera Port as Key Spot in Red Sea Geopolitics
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.
INTERVIEWS
A Matter Of Time: Somaliland Determined To See Through MoU with...
"We are determined, serious, and very committed to the MoU [with Ethiopia]. It is a matter of time. Our delegations are going back and forth as we speak," says Ambassador Abdillahi Mohamed Duale, Somaliland’s special envoy to IGAD and the AU
Taiwan’s Presence In Somaliland: Interview With Ambassador Allen Lou
Taiwan’s Presence In Somaliland – Taiwan and Somaliland's partnership highlights a democratic alternative to China's BRI
DEMOCRACY & ELECTIONS
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.
Somaliland’s Elections: The Role of International Observers
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.
BOOKS & REVIEWS
Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud “Sillanyo,” the late President of Somaliland, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and dedication to his people.
Egypt is often portrayed itself as a dominant military power, but when you look closer, a very different story comes to light—one marked by significant defeats throughout various periods, including modern times.
OPINION/EDITORIAL/ANALYSIS
A Message to Amnesty International: Exposing Human Rights Violations in Da’awaley...
The op-ed “A Message to Amnesty International: Exposing Human Rights Violations in Dacawaley Ethiopia’s Somali Region” by Abdirisaq Hassan calls attention to severe human rights violations in the Somali region of Ethiopia, highlighting the ongoing violence and massacres committed by a local militia known as the "Liyu Police."
WOMEN
Spatiotemporal Analysis of Agricultural Drought Severity and Hotspots in Somaliland
This study uses remote sensing data from 2005 to 2023 to analyze the spatiotemporal pattern of agricultural drought severity and hotspots in Somaliland.
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
Re-discovered Tapes Bear Witness to Somaliland Identity
A significant discovery has been made in Somaliland, where a collection of old tapes has been re-discovered, containing decades of oral history. These tapes, which are being preserved and played back in a library, hold immense cultural and historical significance for the people of Somaliland.
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
One of the World’s Oldest Aircraft Resumes Flights: Somaliland Aerojet’s DC-9...
In a context where most airlines are investing in modernizing their fleets with more fuel-efficient aircraft and lower CO₂ emissions, Aerojet United Limited has chosen to acquire one of the world's oldest aircraft, a nearly 60-year-old McDonnell Douglas DC-9.
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
Climate Cash For A Divided Somalia
The article “Climate Cash For A Divided Somalia” discusses the recent approval of nearly $80 million in climate financing for Somalia's "Climate Resilient Agriculture in Somalia (Ugbaad)" project by the Green Climate Fund (GCF).
HEALTH & FITNESS
Building a System of Health Care in Somaliland
The article “Building a System of Health Care in Somaliland” discusses the efforts of Dr. Edna Adan to improve healthcare and education in Somaliland through the establishment of the Edna Adan University & Hospital (EAUH) in Hargeisa.
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.
