Category: Education

SNM Liberation Struggle is in the Library of Congress Now

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SNM Liberation Struggle is in the Library of Congress Now

The book authored by Abdirahman (Boobe) Yussuf Dualeh detailing Somaliland’s journey to resumption of its sovereignty spearheaded both by the armed movement drove by the military wing of SNM and by the financing of Somaliland individuals spread all over the planet – mostly around then in Europe and Arabian Gulf countries and furthermore numerous inside the country – has been placed in the Library of Congress. Continue reading “SNM Liberation Struggle is in the Library of Congress Now” →

How Somaliland Navigated Democracy, Development, & State-building without Recognition

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How Somaliland Navigated Democracy, Development, & State-building without Recognition

The Republic of Somaliland is a de facto sovereign state in the Horn of Africa. Declaring independence from Somalia in 1991, Somaliland is a self-governing country, with democratic elections and a distinct history, but it’s still considered part of Somalia by the international community. Continue reading “How Somaliland Navigated Democracy, Development, & State-building without Recognition” →

Somaliland: The Ancient Fair Festival of Berbera

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Somaliland: The Ancient Fair Festival of Berbera

Berbera, a city located on the coast of the Republic of Somaliland, is a place with a long and fascinating history. For centuries, it has been a hub of economic and cultural exchange, attracting traders and visitors from across the region and beyond. One of the most significant events in Berbera’s history was the annual fair festival, a major event that took place from at least the 1st century until the late 19th or early 20th century Continue reading “Somaliland: The Ancient Fair Festival of Berbera” →

Chief of Somaliland Fire & Rescue Brigade Received Heads of EUCAP

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Chief of Somaliland Fire & Rescue Brigade Received Heads of EUCAP

At the Fire Brigade’s headquarters in Hargeisa, Brigadier General Ahmed Mohamed Hassan, the head of the fire and rescue department in Somaliland, met with the heads and senior staff of EUCAP, including Jose Maria, the acting head of the EUCAP office there, Marco Witt, a coast guard adviser, Lars Ekfeldt, and Mahad Ahmed, the liaison for EUCAP in Somaliland. Continue reading “Chief of Somaliland Fire & Rescue Brigade Received Heads of EUCAP” →

Somaliland Children: Goat Herders in the Morning & Students in the afternoon

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Somaliland Children: Goat Herders in the Morning & Students in the afternoon

Mohamed Hersi Jama’s son, 11, and daughter, 10, are enjoying their third year in school in Lafta-Farweyne village, 60 km south of Hargeisa, whilst keeping up with their duties herding the family’s livestock. Continue reading “Somaliland Children: Goat Herders in the Morning & Students in the afternoon” →

Deqa Aden of Somaliland Among The New Cohort of Obama Foundation Scholars

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Deqa Aden of Somaliland Among The New Cohort of Obama Foundation Scholars

The Obama Foundation is proud to announce its fifth cohort of Obama Scholars, 30 emerging leaders from around the world who will study at either Columbia University or the University of Chicago for the 2022-2023 academic year. The Scholars will participate in a unique set of activities led by each academic institution and will jointly participate in Foundation-led leadership development programming that aims to provide training, networking activities, and individualized support as they work to expand their efforts after graduation. The Foundation’s programming will kick off on Thursday, September 15, at the University of Chicago. Continue reading “Deqa Aden of Somaliland Among The New Cohort of Obama Foundation Scholars” →

Shouldn’t Somalilanders Help out This Institution

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Shouldn’t Somalilanders Help out This Institution

In North America, especially in the USA, November 25 is the traditional national holiday known as Thanksgiving. The following Monday, November 29th, is Cyber Monday, when substantial discounts and price reductions are available in e-commerce through online shopping. The Tuesday – that follows the Cyber Monday – is known as the “Giving Tuesday” and it is an annual opportunity for everyone to give their best. Continue reading “Shouldn’t Somalilanders Help out This Institution” →