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Making and Unmaking The State In The Horn Of Africa: A...
In this article, I intend to use archaeology’s understanding of deep time and infrastructure to explore the ways in which state-making has been challenged in the Horn of Africa during the last two millennia.
Somaliland’s Crucial Role In Safeguarding The Gulf Of Aden
Somaliland's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Rhoda J. Elmi, emphasizes the strategic importance of the Gulf of Aden for global trade, particularly for oil and gas shipments. She stresses Somaliland's crucial role in safeguarding the waterway from piracy, terrorism, and other illicit activities despite limited resources.
SOMALILAND
Somaliland Air Traffic Controllers’ Quick-Thinking Saves Emirates And Ethiopian Airlines From...
The quick-thinking actions of Somaliland Air Traffic Controllers prevented a potential midair collision between Emirates and Ethiopian Airlines while flying over Somaliland at an altitude of 37,000 feet
REGIONAL NEWS
Al-Shabaab Attacks Hotel Near Presidential Palace In Somali Capital
Militants from the al-Shabaab group have attacked a hotel near the presidential palace in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, security sources and witnesses said.
FM Taye-Atske Selassie’s Statement: Ethiopia’s National Security Concerns
In a recent statement to state media, Ethiopia's newly appointed Foreign Minister, Taye-Atske Selassie, emphasized the importance of direct access to the sea for the stability and national security of the country.
LOCAL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC
Somaliland’s Port Of Berbera: A Rising Star In Sub-Saharan Africa
The Port of Berbera is a rising star in Sub-Saharan Africa, offering a range of services that are critical to the region's economic development.
Dahabshiil’s Golden Jubilee: Celebrating Years Of Excellence With UK HQ Inauguration
The Dahabshiil group of companies is celebrating in style its Golden Jubilee by opening its UK headquarters in London.
INTERVIEWS
What’s Behind Ethiopia’s Overtures Toward Recognition Of Somaliland?
What’s Behind Ethiopia’s Overtures Toward Recognition of Somaliland? At a time when Israel’s shipping through the Red Sea has been blocked by Ansarallah in Yemen, control over the coast of Somaliland to its south across the Gulf of Aden, has become strategically crucial for Western powers, Elias Amare, former editor of HOA TV, told the Peoples Dispatch in an interview
The Naval Base Lease To Ethiopia: Key Insights From Somaliland Leader...
“Naval base to be leased to Ethiopia ‘strictly for military purposes, not commercial activities’,” said Somaliland leader Muse Bihi Abdi in an exclusive interview with the Somaliland National Television
DEMOCRACY & ELECTIONS
St. Louis Park’s Nadia Mohamed Becomes First Somali American Elected Mayor...
Nadia Mohamed, who had already won citywide as an at-large council member and had the backing of Mayor Jake Spano, defeated retired banker Dale A. Anderson.
International Partners Call Political Leaders To Adhere To Election Timelines As...
International Partners that support Somaliland’s democracy and elections have called political leaders to adhere to the timelines as the Somaliland National Electoral Commission (NEC) set out
BOOKS & REVIEWS
. Lieutenant Colonel Eric Swayne was invalidated, and Brigadier General W.H. Manning was appointed to command the Third Campaign, focusing on Berbera and limiting Somali troops' reliability.
The Second British Campaign in Somaliland against the “Mad Mullah” And the founding of the 6th King’s African Rifles in January to November 1902
OPINION/EDITORIAL/ANALYSIS
The Battle Of The Ports: Berbera Vs Mogadishu: A Tale Of...
The battle of the ports between Berbera in Somaliland and Mogadishu in Somalia has escalated in the maritime trade arena, with Berbera showcasing clear superiority over Mogadishu in various aspects.
WOMEN
Making and Unmaking The State In The Horn Of Africa: A...
In this article, I intend to use archaeology’s understanding of deep time and infrastructure to explore the ways in which state-making has been challenged in the Horn of Africa during the last two millennia.
ISLAM & RELIGION
Muslim Billionaire To Convert Iconic London Landmark Into Mosque
Muslim Billionaire Asif Aziz has obtained permission to convert a part of London’s iconic Trocadero building into a mosque and Islamic center.
WORLD NEWS
Kenya Revives Plans For $13.8 Billion High-Speed Electric Railway To Ethiopia
Kenya plans to begin construction in 2025 of a $13.8 billion high-speed electric railway from its Indian Ocean port of Lamu to Ethiopia and South Sudan.
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
The Inspiring Story Of A Gun-Toting Nurse Turned One Of Africa’s...
In the late 1980s, Sahra Halgan gave up her dreams of becoming a singer to join Somaliland’s independence movement, becoming a self-taught, gun-toting nurse tending to injured fighters.
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
Somaliland Delegation Understudy Ghana’s Civic Education System
A two-member delegation from Somaliland is in Ghana to understudy the country’s civic education system being championed by the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), to enable them to replicate the same.
ENVIRONMENT
Dahabshiil’s Duale Backs Climate Change Mitigation Efforts
The private sector can play a critical role in fighting climate change in the world, Dahabshiil Group Chief Executive Officer Abdirashid Duale says.
HEALTH & FITNESS
How Dr. Yvan Butera and Edna Adan Ismail Are Rethinking Healthcare
As Dr. Yvan Butera, Rwanda’s Minister of Health, and Edna Adan Ismail, the founder and president of the Edna Adan University & Hospital, came together during the inaugural TIME100 Africa Summit
SPORTS
Mohamed Salah Scores On Return As Liverpool Rout Brentford To Stay Top
Egyptian scored and had an assist on return as Reds eased to a 4-1 win at Brentford
Mohamed Salah Has Proved José Mourinho Wrong At Liverpool And Even Didier Drogba Might Admit It
Arguably, José Mourinho has been proved more right than wrong since he left English shores.
Luis Diaz’s Dad Collapses After Watching Son Score For Colombia Days After Kidnap Release
Luis Diaz scored twice as Colombia stunned Brazil 2-1 in a World Cup qualifier, days after his father was released by kidnappers.
The Football Club Giving A Muslim Community In Cardiff Reasons To Cheer
The football club, Cardiff Bay Warriors, was established by Somaliland sailors and its most recent incarnation is making a name in the Welsh capital
Sir Mo Farah’s Career Reaches Emotional End At The Great North Run
Sir Mo Farah, one of the most accomplished long-distance runners in history, recently completed the final race of his career. Farah, a British athlete of Somaliland heritage, has achieved numerous accolades and records throughout his illustrious career.