Day: February 19, 2024

Somalia’s Denial of Somaliland Won’t Rewrite the Books

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Somalia’s Denial of Somaliland Won’t Rewrite the Books

When Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud took the stage at the 37th African Union Summit in Ethiopia’s capital of Addis Ababa on February 17th, 2024, his harsh criticism of the recent Ethiopia-Somaliland cooperation agreement displayed a short-sighted and counterproductive approach to a complex political issue with deep historical roots. Rather than advancing reconciliation, his remarks entrenched long-held positions and undermined opportunity for constructive engagement between key stakeholders in the Horn of Africa region. Continue reading “Somalia’s Denial of Somaliland Won’t Rewrite the Books” →

UN Special Envoy: UN Promotes African Solutions for African Problems

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UN Special Envoy to HoA: UN Promotes African Solutions for African Problems

The United nations (UN) is working with member states of the African Union and key regional organizations to realize the aspiration of “African solutions for African Problems,” UN Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa, Hanna Tetteh said. Continue reading “UN Special Envoy: UN Promotes African Solutions for African Problems” →

Ethiopia Discredits Somalia’s Claim of ‘Blocking Its Leader from AU Summit”

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Ethiopia Discredits Somalia’s Claim of ‘Blocking Its Leader from AU Summit”

The Ethiopian government has dismissed accusations made by the government of Somalia regarding the purported obstruction of its president during the 37th African Union (AU) Summit, deeming them an attempt “to garner attention from specific media platforms.” Continue reading “Ethiopia Discredits Somalia’s Claim of ‘Blocking Its Leader from AU Summit”” →