Category: Op-Ed

The Impact of an Independent Somaliland on Somalia

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The Impact of an Independent Somaliland on Somalia

It’s important to note that the impact of an independent Somaliland on Somalia’s reconstruction is contingent upon various factors, including regional dynamics, political will, and international recognition. Continue reading “The Impact of an Independent Somaliland on Somalia” →

Somaliland Youth: Stoke the Fire of Patriotism & Carry the Light of Infant Democracy Forward

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Somaliland Youth: Stoke the Fire of Patriotism & Carry the Light of Infant Democracy Forward

Somaliland youth, the future is in your hands. As citizens of this fledgling nation, the responsibility to defend our borders and strengthen our national identity falls squarely on your shoulders. While the older generation secured our independence through sacrifice and determination against all odds, now the torch has been passed to you. It’s your time to stoke the fires of patriotism and carry the light of this young democracy forward. Continue reading “Somaliland Youth: Stoke the Fire of Patriotism & Carry the Light of Infant Democracy Forward” →

US Blessing UN’s Scare-quotes to Delegitimize Somaliland

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US Blessing UN’s Scare-quotes to Delegitimize Somaliland

When Joe Biden took office, many victims of genocide hoped US interest would triumph over indifference. Upon his nomination to be secretary of state, longtime Biden aide Tony Blinken made a great deal of his Continue reading “US Blessing UN’s Scare-quotes to Delegitimize Somaliland” →

Solely Entrusting Quest for Recognition to Government Party Failed the Somaliland Case

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Solely Entrusting Quest for Recognition to Government Party Failed the Somaliland Case

Somaliland, which was previously known as British Somaliland Protectorate, gained its independence from Britain on June 26, 1960, and immediately joined with Italian Somaliland to form the Somali Republic. However, the union between the two territories was short-lived and failed to effectively unite the Somali people. Continue reading “Solely Entrusting Quest for Recognition to Government Party Failed the Somaliland Case” →

Newest Anti-Somaliland Front: Las Anod War

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Newest Anti-Somaliland Front: Las Anod War

There are times when people lose touch with reality and thus analyse, assess and interpret matters not as they are in real truth, but as they are imagined. Such times come up when people lose their sense of direction. Continue reading “Newest Anti-Somaliland Front: Las Anod War” →

Somaliland Diaspora Delegation to US Senate & House Members in the Hill

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Somaliland Diaspora Delegation to US Senate & House Members in the Hill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Happy 18th, May to all Somalilanders around the world for this historic Day of reclaiming Somaliland sovereignty from the failed union with Somalia Continue reading “Somaliland Diaspora Delegation to US Senate & House Members in the Hill” →

Majertenia Media Got It Wrong, US Amb. Andrea Affirmed Somaliland Sovereignty

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Majertenia Media Got It Wrong, US Amb. Andrea Affirmed Somaliland Sovereignty

President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint Larry Edward André, Jr. as US ambassador to Somalia on April 15, 2021 but actually took over the position after arriving Mogadishu on January 22, 2022.

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Position Paper: Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG)

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Position Paper: Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Somaliland is a beacon of hope in a region riddled with dictators, civil wars and terrorist organizations. However, the recurrent killings in Las Anod region, has been a thorn on the side of the peace loving Somalilanders. Continue reading “Position Paper: Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG)” →

Was Djibouti Saved by the Wisdom of Late Egal?

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Was Djibouti Saved by the Wisdom of Late Egal?

It is beyond a shadow of a doubt that Djibouti’s decision to go solo in order to preserve its sovereignty and statehood was motivated by the treatment Somaliland experienced from the union that sought “Greater Somalia” on July 1, 1960. Continue reading “Was Djibouti Saved by the Wisdom of Late Egal?” →

Protests Erupted in Somaliland at the onset of President’s Extension Period

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Protests Erupted in Somaliland at the onset of President’s Extension Period

The right of the people in Somaliland to demonstrate peacefully is protected by the country’s constitution. Public procession does not indicate crisis brewing in the country; but rather, portrays the maturity and the growth of Somaliland democracy, although in the majority of the time, these demonstrations are the result of politicians’ skewed and inaccurate narratives. Continue reading “Protests Erupted in Somaliland at the onset of President’s Extension Period” →