Turkey Presses Somalia to Accept the MoU Between Somaliland and Ethiopia
This week, the Turkish Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, has declared that forthcoming negotiations, characterized by their high stakes and potential for significant breakthroughs, are scheduled to begin next week. These negotiations are intended to address a multifaceted and potentially transformative agreement Continue reading “Turkey Presses Somalia to Accept the MoU Between Somaliland and Ethiopia”
NCAA Eligibility Approved for Abaarso School in Somaliland
The NCAA counts 1,101 institutions as members in the US and one in Canada, Simon Fraser University (SFU) in British Columbia. The second non-American school in the NCAA is now Abaarso School in Hargeisa, Somaliland. As a result, Abaarso School will be the only NCAA member that is not from North Continue reading “NCAA Eligibility Approved for Abaarso School in Somaliland”
Symposium on Early Childhood Education in Somaliland
Pharo Foundation hosted an Early Childhood Development and Education Symposium in Somaliland. Their Education Program Lead, Yohannes Teklu Keliku, has attended the event with other key stakeholders in Somaliland.
Watch the video below to learn from Yohannes, what the symposium is all about.
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Somaliland Vehemently Rejects Deployment of Turkish Naval Forces in Its Maritime Zones
In a statement released today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Somaliland said it “vehemently rejects any potential deployment of Turkish naval forces within Somaliland’s recognized maritime zones.”
This comes in the backdrop of the recent announcement that Turkey was poised to send its navy support to Somali waters following an earlier agreement between Ankara and Mogadishu that will allow Turkey to send an exploration vessel off the coast of Somalia to prospect for oil and gas. Continue reading “Somaliland Vehemently Rejects Deployment of Turkish Naval Forces in Its Maritime Zones”
17th Hargeisa International Book Fair
On Friday July 20, 2024, in the presence of officials and delegates from throughout the globe, the 17th Hargeisa International Book Fair was formally inaugurated at the Hargeisa Cultural Center.
The Hargeisa Book Fair, which showcases a single nation each year and chooses a specific theme as its tagline each year, will take place over six days, from July 20 to July 25, with various programs.
“TOGETHERNESS” is the theme of the 17th Hargeisa Book Fair, which started at the Hargeisa Cultural Center in 2024. This year’s special guest country is the nation of Tunisia in North Africa. A sizable delegation from the featured nation attends the exhibition, attired in regalia representative of their nation’s history, traditions, and culture, which will be on show at the fair.
The national anthems of both nations as well as other tunes celebrating Somaliland’s and Tunisia’s customs and cultures opened the event. The Vice President of Somaliland, Abdirahman Abdillahi Ismail (Sailici), the Deputy Mayor, the Minister of Internal Affairs, and the Chairman of the UCID Party were among those present. There were many more people in attendance, including Hargeisa politicians, diplomats, academics, authors, poets, and innovators
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Dr. Jama Muse Jama, the chairman of the Hargeisa Cultural Center, began by outlining the significance of this year’s theme, “Togetherness,” and the number of delegates that attending the 17th Hargeisa Book Fair, coming from about 14 different nations.
At the 17th Hargeisa International Book Fair, the featured nation and delegates from other countries were greeted by the Deputy Mayor of the host city, Hargeisa.
The 17th show of the fair was formally launched by Somaliland’s Vice President, Md. Abdirahman Abdullahi Ismail Saylici (SAYLICI), who praised the Chairman of the Hargeisa Cultural Center and the significance of the International Book Fair to the country’s transition to statehood.
Mohamed Kahin Ahmed, Somaliland’s Minister of Interior and Chairman of the ruling Kulmiye Party, discussed the significance of the Hargeisa International Book Fair (HIBF) for the country and further emphasized the benefits that the whole community would reap from the chosen slogan for this year’s 17th Book Fair – “Togetherness”
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Addressing the audience at the fair, Dr. Edna Adan Ismail expressed her joy at being a part of the 17th anniversary of the Hargeisa Book Fair. Having been invited to the exhibition’s inauguration each year, she was there when it first began.
Speaking in a variety of languages, Dr. Edna Adan greeted everyone to this year’s exhibition and discussed the history of Somaliland as well as the value of collaboration and coordination.
Speaking during the exhibition’s inauguration, Eng. Faysal Ali Waraabe, the chairman of the opposition party UCID, highlighted the advantages of the Hargeisa International Book Fair for the country and society.
At the HIBF show, Ilyas Manek, the head of the British diplomatic office in Hargeisa, described the true meaning of the term “togetherness” and asserted that it is the only action and mindset that can provide a solution to the problems the globe is currently facing.
The Hargeisa International Book Fair, which runs through Thursday this week, is a cultural event that annually brings participants from over 20 nations to debate topics pertaining to books, literature, art displays, and panel discussions.
The Hargeisa Book Fair, organized jointly by the Hargeisa Cultural Center and the Redsea Cultural Foundation, was first initiated in Hargeisa in 2008, and is the largest book fair in the Horn of Africa.
“Abudwaq Incident”: Highlighting Flaws in the Premature Lifting of Arms Embargo on Somalia
Seven months after an arms embargo that lasted for decades was relaxed, the local administration and villagers said on Tuesday that militiamen in central Somalia had attacked a convoy and taken heavy weaponry, killing at least five people.Four neighbors told Reuters that on Monday, while the convoy was moving close to the town of Abudwaq with a police escort, militiamen from a nearby clan attacked and overran security forces. Continue reading ““Abudwaq Incident”: Highlighting Flaws in the Premature Lifting of Arms Embargo on Somalia”
Pharo Pioneering Kindergarten Education in Somaliland
Early childhood education is the foundation for lifelong learning. It nurtures curiosity, fosters social skills, and builds the critical thinking needed to navigate the world. Investing in young minds today paves the way for a brighter, more equitable future.
We are hosting an Early Childhood Development symposium at the end of this month in partnership with the Somaliland government. This gathering of stakeholders aims to provide a platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to share evidence, experiences, and innovative approaches to ensuring access to quality ECD for all children in Somaliland.
Somalia Ports Inaccessible to Ethiopia, Says Minister Kahin
The president of Somalia, Mohamud, said on Monday that although his administration does not oppose Ethiopia’s pursuit of the Red Sea access, it does disagree to the suggested path that entails signing an MoU with Somaliland. Continue reading “Somalia Ports Inaccessible to Ethiopia, Says Minister Kahin”
In Preparation for Announcing Somaliland Recognition, Ethiopian Soldiers Cross into Somalia Border
Tomorrow, June 26, marks the 64th anniversary of the Republic of Somaliland’s independence from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in 1960 Continue reading “In Preparation for Announcing Somaliland Recognition, Ethiopian Soldiers Cross into Somalia Border”
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