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”
Ethiopian Naval Base in Somaliland: Strategically Important for Regional Security
The geopolitical landscape of the Horn of Africa has witnessed a transformative development with Somaliland and Ethiopia’s announcement of a potential Ethiopian naval base in Somaliland. This strategic move is not only aimed at enhancing maritime security in the Gulf of Aden but also addressing broader Continue reading “Ethiopian Naval Base in Somaliland: Strategically Important for Regional Security”
Implications of US Retreat from the Sahel
As America’s global rivalry with Russia and China intensifies, its ability to project military, diplomatic and economic influence in Africa faces mounting challenges. Continue reading “Implications of US Retreat from the Sahel”
SLPA’s Forum in Atlanta: The Greatest Showcase on Somaliland Ever
Dear SLPA community, Continue reading “SLPA’s Forum in Atlanta: The Greatest Showcase on Somaliland Ever”
Sudan Remains Committed to Russia’s Naval Base in the Red Sea
Somaliland’s strategic location in the Horn of Africa is highly desirable to Western democracies, and Sudan’s offer of a naval base to Russia strengthens this desire. Continue reading “Sudan Remains Committed to Russia’s Naval Base in the Red Sea”
Somaliland’s MoU with Ethiopia is Widely Supported
The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ethiopia and Somaliland that granted the former access to the Gulf of Aden, adjacent to the Red Sea, has sparked significant discussions among scholars and policymakers. Continue reading “Somaliland’s MoU with Ethiopia is Widely Supported”
An Accurate Depiction of Somalia Emerged from Kenya President’s Remarks During His State Visit to US
Kenyan President William Ruto warned of the dire repercussions should the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) remove its troops during his recent visit to the United States. He underlined that Al-Shabaab will probably seize control of Somalia in the event of an ATMIS pullout. Continue reading “An Accurate Depiction of Somalia Emerged from Kenya President’s Remarks During His State Visit to US”
Africa Can’t Prosper Without Regional Trade
Strengthening the trade between African countries is a necessary first step toward equipping the continent to engage with the world economy on its own terms. For too long, Africa has been trading with others on terms that ensure its place at the bottom of the global value chain. Continue reading “Africa Needs Regional Trade Hubs to Succeed”
The Islamic State’s Growth in Puntland: Somalia’s Paramilitary
In a significant development, the Islamic State (IS) offshoot in Somalia announced in April 2024 that it had successfully expanded its presence in the Bari region of Puntland state in northeastern Somalia. IS took Continue reading “The Islamic State’s Growth in Puntland: Somalia’s Paramilitary”