Hargeisa Mayor Abdikarim Mooge faces mounting criticism over his leadership, divisive politics, and failure to deliver campaign promises. Can he regain public trust? Mayor Abdikarim Ahmed...
President Irro’s push for stronger ties highlights Somaliland’s aspirations for recognition and regional influence. Somaliland is ramping up diplomatic efforts to deepen its relationships with Ethiopia...
A strategic move in the Horn of Africa to safeguard U.S. interests The U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Countering the Chinese Communist Party has taken...
President Irro pledges advanced weaponry, new military branches, and a 200% salary boost for soldiers as Somaliland faces growing security challenges. Somaliland’s President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi...
As Somaliland and SSC-Khatumo forces mobilize in Erigavo, fears of an all-out confrontation loom over the volatile Sanag region. The Sanag region, particularly the city of...
President Abdirahman Irro mandates all government revenue be centralized under the Ministry of Finance to curb mismanagement and boost public trust. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi...
Prominent Somaliland advocate and ex-diplomat Tibor Nagy returns to the State Department in a broader temporary role, pausing public commentary on African affairs. Former US Assistant...
Defense officials discuss strategies for strengthened security ties, navigating complexities from Somalia’s influence and regional diplomacy. Somaliland and Ethiopia convened in Hargeisa to deliberate on expanding...
President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro appoints nine new Directors General to lead critical government ministries. On January 16, 2025, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro of Somaliland...
President Irro faces internal opposition, entrenched political cultures, and a volatile regional environment as his administration sets its course for governance and diplomacy. Somaliland’s political landscape...
Hidden underground city and ancient artifacts suggest Somaliland was the heart of the fabled kingdom of Punt, famed for trade and culture. Archaeologists in Somaliland have...
Rising tensions as SSC-Khatumo leader Abdulqadir Ahmed Aw-Ali vows military action to capture Sanaag’s capital; Somaliland faces diplomatic isolation after Ankara Agreement. The leader of SSC-Khatumo,...
Togdheer community in disbelief as two brothers accused of killing their mother and burying her in secrecy. A horrifying murder in Somaliland’s Togdheer region has left...
Somaliland seeks international legal support to reclaim airspace control as disputes with Somalia over aviation governance intensify. Somaliland’s government is intensifying efforts to regain control of...
President Irro announces key appointments to strengthen governance across Somaliland’s regions. President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro) of Somaliland has issued a presidential decree appointing new governors...
Talks focus on technicalities of Ethiopia’s sea access request, balancing economic interests with Somalia. Ethiopia and Somalia are set to negotiate Ethiopia’s access to the sea,...
Hirsi Ali Haji Hassan dismisses allegations of unauthorized diplomacy, reaffirming his commitment to transparency and Somaliland’s independence. Hirsi Ali Haji Hassan, chairman of Somaliland’s Waddani party,...
Somaliland’s New Government Ministers Officially Sworn In In a significant milestone for Somaliland’s new administration, 28 ministers were officially sworn in under the leadership of President...
Facing relentless opposition and misinformation campaigns, Somaliland’s Foreign Minister must lead a bold push for international recognition and global awareness. Somaliland, a beacon of stability and...
A critique of the Somali ambassador’s arguments against recognizing Somaliland’s independence, highlighting flawed premises and ineffective policies. Joshua Meservey challenges the Somali ambassador’s op-ed opposing US...
Following peaceful elections, Somaliland formalizes the status of its three national political parties for the next decade. Somaliland has officially renewed the licenses of its three...
29 Ministers, Deputies, and State Ministers Face Parliamentary Approval in Somaliland’s Ongoing Government Formation The House of Representatives of Somaliland convened this morning to deliberate on...
Erdogan’s emphasis on Muslim solidarity and anti-colonial rhetoric positions Turkey as a middle power and trusted development partner in Africa amid global rivalries. Turkey’s growing footprint...
Somaliland’s new administration prioritizes recognition while rejecting harmful agreements, including MoU with Ethiopia. Somaliland’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdirahman Dahir Adan, declared, “We will not...
President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro’s cabinet takes shape as Parliament overwhelmingly endorses key appointments. The Somaliland House of Representatives has officially approved 19 ministers from President...
President Irro pledges to uphold democratic values and protect civil liberties in a region marked by challenges to press freedom. Somaliland’s government, under President Abdirahman Mohamed...
Hajj costs for Somali pilgrims rise to $4,604, significantly higher than regional neighbors, sparking debates over transparency and affordability. The Somali Ministry of Endowments and Islamic...
At the heart of Somaliland’s quest to preserve its identity, 21-year-old Hafsa Omer is leading an extraordinary effort to digitize the nation’s cultural heritage. Through her...
British MP Gavin Williamson’s recent push for the United Kingdom to recognize Somaliland as an independent nation marks a significant moment in the long-running debate over...
Ethiopia and Somalia are navigating a critical juncture in their bilateral relationship, with the recent visit by Ethiopia’s Defense Minister Aisha Mohammed Mussa to Mogadishu signaling...
The Warsangeli clan has issued a decisive call for unity and self-defense amidst ongoing violence in Erigavo. Convening a landmark conference in El Buh, the clan’s...
This year we break from tradition. Instead of naming a “Person of the Year,” we proudly celebrate the collective valor of the “Guardians of our Nation”...
Somaliland President Abdirahman Irro pledges inclusivity, accountability, and resilience in 2025 amid national challenges. President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro’s New Year’s address to the people of...
President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi emphasizes cooperation, inclusivity, and respect for fundamental rights in a landmark meeting with civil society organizations. The President of the Republic of...
Disagreements over troop allocations prompt Burundi to end its 17-year involvement in Somalia’s security operations. Burundi, a cornerstone of African Union peacekeeping efforts in Somalia for...
President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) stands with victims of the Ethiopian Somali Region attack, vowing solidarity and prayers for recovery. President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) of...
President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro emphasizes unity, collaboration, and strategic planning in his newly formed government as efforts to address regional crises continue. The President of...
Liyuu Police accused of targeting Isaaq pastoralist communities in a brutal attack that threatens regional stability and Ethiopia-Somaliland relations. The brutal attack in Da’awaley village, Ethiopia’s...
Over 114 killed, hundreds wounded, and villages razed in brutal attack in Ethiopia’s Somali region, as survivors endure unimaginable atrocities. In a harrowing account of the...
President Cirro meets with former presidents and vice-presidents to discuss national priorities and reinforce Somaliland’s unique identity. In a significant move to reinforce national unity and...
Agreement halts deadly clashes in Ethiopia’s Somali Regional State, with federal troops assuming control of security. After two weeks of deadly violence that claimed at least...
How Somaliland’s strategic position is attracting Israeli and Emirati interest amid rising regional tensions and global power plays. Somaliland’s geostrategic significance has placed it at the...
Somaliland Special Envoy Edna Adan urges international intervention to halt atrocities by Liyuu Police in Ethiopia’s Somali region. Hargeisa, Somaliland – In a compelling press conference...
The conflicts between the Isaaq and Ogaden clans in Ethiopia’s Somali Region are emblematic of deeply rooted historical, political, and socio-economic tensions that have evolved into...
The Minister of Internal Security of Somaliland, Abdelle Mohamed Arab, has issued a strong condemnation of the massacre in the Da’awaley area of the Ethiopian Somali...
The appointment of Jama Mohamoud Egal as the head of the Somaliland National Intelligence Agency (NIA) by the newly inaugurated president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, marks...
The eruption of fierce clashes on Wednesday in the village of Da’awaley, located along the Ethiopia-Somaliland border, marks a troubling escalation in a region already teetering...
The tragic deaths of Huda Ahmed Sheikh Farah and Hamse Ahmed Yusuf from carbon monoxide poisoning in Hargeisa underscore the critical need for heightened awareness and...
Sweden’s Diplomatic Position on Somaliland and Regional Stability in the Horn of Africa – The debate over Somaliland’s recognition has sparked a heated exchange between Markus...
President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro’s call for dialogue to address the ongoing conflict in Sool and Sanaag represents a critical moment in Somaliland’s efforts to stabilize...
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