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Somaliland: Africa’s Start Up Nation

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Somaliland: Africa's Start Up Nation

Somaliland Republic is a nation in the Horn of Africa Continue reading “Somaliland: Africa’s Start Up Nation” →

Somalia is regarded as Gold Standard for Lawlessness & Chaos

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Somalia is regarded as Gold Standard for Lawlessness & Chaos

The Haitian President – Jovenel Moïse – shot dead by gunmen with heavy-caliber weapons on Wednesday in his private residence in the capital Port-au-Prince Continue reading “Somalia is regarded as Gold Standard for Lawlessness & Chaos” →

Impact of Tigray Conflict Crippling Ethiopian Economy

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Impact of Tigray Conflict Crippling Ethiopian Economy

Following the conflict in Tigray, the Ethiopian government’s resources are overstretched.

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Somaliland: Dr. Sacad Remarked, “Our Dream is to Create Singapore in the Horn of Africa”

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Somaliland: Dr. Sacad Remarked, “Our Dream is to Create Singapore in the Horn of Africa”

Speech by the Minister of Finance Development of the Republic of Somaliland – Dr. Sacad Ali Shire- at the inauguration of phase I of the expansion and modernization of the Berbera port under DP World’s 30-year concession with an automatic 10-year extension for the management and development of the port. Continue reading “Somaliland: Dr. Sacad Remarked, “Our Dream is to Create Singapore in the Horn of Africa”” →

How China, Turkey & Russia Influence the Media in Africa

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How China, Turkey & Russia Influence the Media in Africa

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) is an independent, non-profit German political foundation that aims to strengthen democratic forces around the world. KAS runs media programs in Africa, Asia and South East Europe. KAS Media Africa believes that a free and independent media is crucial for democracy. As such, it is committed to the development and maintenance of a diverse media landscape on the continent, the monitoring role of journalism, as well as ethically based political communication. Continue reading “How China, Turkey & Russia Influence the Media in Africa” →

Somaliland’s ”WorldRemit” Tycoon Gives Back Generously

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Somaliland's ''WorldRemit'' Tycoon Gives Back Generously

Ismail Ahmed founded the now famed money transfer company, WorldRemit and this horn of African nation was its first market. Today, Somaliland’s mobile tech infrastructure is considered as one of the best on the continent. And the WorldRemit founder is poised to have a huge impact on Somalilanders Continue reading “Somaliland’s ”WorldRemit” Tycoon Gives Back Generously” →

Suez Canal Blockage Highlights Importance of the Red Sea

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Suez Canal Blockage Highlights Importance of the Red Sea

The grounding of the cargo ship Ever Given in the Suez Canal last week serves as a good opportunity to focus our minds on the future of the waterway and the wider Red Sea region. Continue reading “Suez Canal Blockage Highlights Importance of the Red Sea” →

Bracing for the Second Wave of Covid-19 in Africa

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Bracing for the Second Wave of Covid-19 in Africa

The synchronized, sudden stop in the global economy, together with radically reduced income sources fundamental to African countries (remittances, tourism, transport, trade and natural resources, among others), have had a severe negative impact on Africa. Continue reading “Bracing for the Second Wave of Covid-19 in Africa” →

Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland

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Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland

Taiwan is launching a program to help the Republic of Somaliland boost agricultural production.  Continue reading “Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland” →

An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy

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An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy

Four retired US ambassadors to Ethiopia write an open letter to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) stating their concerns about recent political developments in the country Continue reading “An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy” →