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My Country, Somaliland, Recognized

Our first embassy will be in the Jewish state, whose aspirations and history we share. By President Abdirahman Mohamed AbdullahiJan. 14, 2026 5:21 pm ET Hargeisa, Somaliland Israel made history on Dec. 26 by recognizing…

The Arithmetic of Erasure: Deconstructing Mogadishu’s Narrative

By Abdiwahab Sancawl When the UN Security Council met recently to discuss Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, the room was tense. Somalia’s Ambassador, Abukar Dahir Osman, took the floor to oppose the decision. That was expected.…

Somaliland Recognition: A Litmus Test for Israel’s Post Gaza Global influence

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, a long unrecognized former British protectorate that has sought international recognition since seceding from Somalia in 1991, has sparked celebrations in Hargeisa and ignited debate across global newsrooms. The covert nature…

Awdal’s Strategic Role in Somaliland’s Statehood and National Stability

The people of Awdal, particularly those of Borama, represent a critical pillar in the political architecture and national stability of the Republic of Somaliland. Their historical, institutional, and strategic contributions to Somaliland’s state formation are…

Global Expertise Network Welcomes Israel’s Recognition of the Republic of Somaliland as a Historic Step Toward Global Partnership

The Global Expertise Network (GEN), a worldwide, diaspora-led network of professionals and experts spanning Africa, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and beyond, warmly welcomes the historic decision by the State of Israel to formally…

The Quiet Architect: How President Irro Broke Somaliland’s Diplomatic Siege

26 December 2025 will be remembered as a date when a long-running diplomatic paradox began to unwind. For thirty-five years, Somaliland operated with many of the attributes of statehood. It governed its territory, built institutions,…

Israel Recognizes Somaliland: A New Reality on the Red Sea

History rarely arrives with ceremony. More often, it turns into a decision that brings diplomacy closer to what people already know on the ground. Israel’s formal recognition of the Republic of Somaliland is one of…

Opinion

My Country, Somaliland, Recognized

Our first embassy will be in the Jewish state, whose aspirations and history we share.…

The Arithmetic of Erasure: Deconstructing Mogadishu’s Narrative

By Abdiwahab Sancawl When the UN Security Council met recently to discuss Israel’s recognition of…

Somaliland Recognition: A Litmus Test for Israel’s Post Gaza Global influence

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, a long unrecognized former British protectorate that has sought international recognition…

Somaliland

My Country, Somaliland, Recognized

Our first embassy will be in the Jewish state, whose aspirations and history we share. By President Abdirahman Mohamed AbdullahiJan.…

Somaliland Recognition: A Litmus Test for Israel’s Post Gaza Global influence

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, a long unrecognized former British protectorate that has sought international recognition since seceding from Somalia in…

Historic Milestone: Israel Recognizes Somaliland’s Independence After 35 Years

The Prime Minister of Israel today officially announced Israel’s recognition of the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign…

Taiwan and Somaliland Launch New Maritime Security Cooperation

The Government of Taiwan has dispatched a delegation from its Navy, specifically from the Ocean Affairs division, to Somaliland as…

Relief & Development​

Telesom Group Partners with Amoud University on International Data Science Conference

Borama, August 18, 2025 – Telesom Group today participated in the International Conference on Data Science for Sustainable Development, hosted at Amoud University in Borama. The event, organized by the…

New Director Appointed: Burao Hospital’s Fall and the Fight for Revival

Burao, Somaliland — After years of deteriorating services and rising public frustration, Burao General Hospital has officially entered a new chapter with the appointment of Dr. Abokor Wali Bigille as…

President Cirro Reaffirms Somaliland’s Sovereignty in Meeting with Top UN Humanitarian Official

Hargeisa, Somaliland – April 6, 2025:President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Cirro), held a high-level meeting today with Mr. George Conway, the United Nations Deputy Special…

Horn of Africa: Security

Somaliland Strongly Condemns Turkey’s Interference

Hargeisa, 18 August 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Somaliland…

Somaliland Parliament Condemns Turkish Embassy’s Meeting with Anti-Somaliland Figure

Hargeisa, August 18, 2025 – The Foreign Affairs, Investment and National Planning Committee of the House of Representatives…

Somaliland Pursues Peace: First POW Exchange with Puntland Completed

Hargeisa, April 30, 2025 – In a significant step toward regional reconciliation, the Republic of Somaliland and Somalia’s…

Gogol or Goodbye? Somalia’s Last Opportunity for Federal Reconciliation

By Abdirahsid Elmi & Mohamed MusaThe Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) is facing an increasingly precarious future. Dr.…

Business

Telesom Group Partners with Amoud University on International Data Science Conference

Borama, August 18, 2025 – Telesom Group today participated in the International Conference on Data Science for Sustainable Development, hosted at Amoud University in Borama. The event, organized by the university’s Research Department and financially…

Power Monopoly Sparks Backlash in Burao as Government Sends Mixed Signals

Burao, Somaliland – A fresh confusion and controversy has emerged in the ongoing electricity dispute in Burao, as two key Somaliland government bodies have issued conflicting directives regarding which company is legally permitted to provide…

Electricity Without Accountability: Public Outrage Grows in Burao Electricity Debate

Burao, Somaliland – A growing dispute over electricity provision has emerged in the city of Burao following the entry of a new power company, Al Nuur Energy, which aims to challenge the long-standing monopoly held…

Discover Somaliland

Jordan warns Israel of ‘massive conflict’ over annexation

King of Jordan Abdullah II addresses the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, on January 15, 2020 [File: Vincent Kessler/Reuters] MORE…

ELM Schools Helping Boost Regional, International Perception of Somaliland

When Khadar Beileh decided to transfer his two eldest sons, Abdikani and Mohamed, Amin from Elm School, a private school in Hargeisa capital of Somaliland,…

Health

New Director Appointed: Burao Hospital’s Fall and the Fight for Revival

Burao, Somaliland — After years of deteriorating services and rising public frustration, Burao General Hospital has officially entered a new chapter with the appointment of…

Somaliland Presidency Delivers 10 Vital Dialysis Machines to Hargeisa Group Hospital

Hargeisa - Somaliland – The President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Cirro), has donated ten dialysis machines to the Hargeisa Group…

Women in Libya Struggle for Reproductive Healthcare Amidst Post-Storm Devastation

Health experts have raised concerns about the dire situation faced by women in Libya following the aftermath of Storm Daniel. The disaster, which claimed the…

Over 90 Students Hospitalized in Kenya over Mystery Illness

More than 90 students from Eregi Girls High School in the western region of Kenya have been admitted to local hospitals, sparking a thorough investigation…

Sports

Nigeria and hosts nation Côte d’Ivoire set for AFCON final clash after dramatic semifinals

The Total Energies Africa Cup of Nations has progressed into the final stage with Nigeria and the hosts nation, Côte d'Ivoire setting up a final clash later on Sunday. Nigeria conquered South Africa via penalties…

Kenya hosts World Rally Championship

Kenya is hosting the World Rally Championship for the first time since 2002 .The global sport was officially flagged off on Thursay by President Uhuru Kenyatta at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi. The Safari rally…

Sci-Tech

Telesom Group Partners with Amoud University on International Data Science Conference

Borama, August 18, 2025 – Telesom Group today participated in the International Conference on Data Science for Sustainable Development, hosted…

ADFD pledges to support Somaliland, after President Irro visit

The President of Somaliland, His Excellency Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro, has embarked on his first official international visit since his…

Africa To Establish Cloud Ecosystem

Twenty one Member States of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) will benefit from a feasibility study,…

Taiwan Expo concludes in Hargeisa

The Taiwan Expo in Somaliland has officially concluded in Hargeisa. The two-day event marks the second time the Taiwanese office…

Travel

“Explore the Untamed Coastline of Somaliland: Black Sands, Coral Reefs & History”

Somaliland is a country with plenty to offer, and among its natural treasures are its extraordinary beaches. Stretching along an 850-kilometer coastline, Somaliland boasts some of the most pristine and untouched beaches in the Horn…

Death Toll From Tanzanian Plane Crash Rises To 19

Tanzania Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa said that 19 people have been confirmed dead from Sundays's plane crash in Lake Victoria. The air craft's two pilots survived the crash and managed to speak to local officials…

Air Crash With Zero Casualties in Somalia

Hargeisa-- yesterday, small cargo plane flew from Djibouti carrying food, and medical aid and heading to Balatwayne crashed after it landed in the town airstrip. The three people on board were rescued but the three…

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