Category: Research

The Making of Dahabshiil as Told by Its Founder

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The Making of Dahabshiil as Told by Its Founder

Haji Mohamed Said Dualeh – best known as Dahabshiil – is the wealthiest Somalilander and one of the two richest among all Somalis in the Horn of Africa at the present time. Keep on Reading

Dr. Kayd Reiterates again Somaliland’s Position on Ethiopian Conflict

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Dr. Kayd Reiterates again Somaliland’s Position on Ethiopian Conflict

In an interview with Focus on Africa – a news program of BBC World Service – Somaliland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation – Dr. Kayd Essa – reaffirmed Somaliland’s Continue Reading

Somaliland Signs MoU with Deepam Hospitals in Tamil Nadu

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Somaliland Signs MoU with Deepam Hospitals in Tamil Nadu

In Chennai – Tamil Nadu State Capital – addressing a press conference after signing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chennai-based Deepam Hospitals here on Saturday, Somaliland Vice President Abdirahman Abdillahi Ismail said there was a need to assist the citizens of the country who travel to India for medical treatment. It would be handled through Tamil Nadu trade office, the Vice President said.

Somaliland: Rare Success Story in Turbulent Part of the World

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Somaliland: Rare Success Story in Turbulent Part of the World

Much of its success is driven by a lack of dependence on anyone, but now it must balance war and great power jockeying in the region. Continue reading “Somaliland: Rare Success Story in Turbulent Part of the World” →

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” →

Help People of Somaliland Get Emergency Ambulances

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Help People of Somaliland Get Emergency Ambulances

My name is Sagal Mohamed, I work as volunteer project manager at Better health Somaliland and Emergency Call Coordinator at London Ambulance, with my sister Ayan Mohamoud, The Former Ambassador for Somaliland to UK, have initiated a fundraising appeal on behalf of Somaliland Fire & Rescue Service.

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America’s Attention on Somaliland is Growing

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America's Attention on Somaliland is Growing

In the three decades since declaring its independence following the fall of the Siad Barre regime, the breakaway region of Somalia is benefiting from a convergence of regional developments that have boosted its popularity among US policymakers. Somaliland is thus banking on growing US support to make its case for eventual diplomatic recognition. Continue reading “America’s Attention on Somaliland is Growing” →

United States Congratulatory Note on Somaliland Independence in 1960

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United States Congratulatory Note on Somaliland Independence in 1960

According to Hon Edna Adan, the independence of Somaliland and that of Madagascar in June 1960 were only 8 hours apart from each other. Continue reading “United States Congratulatory Note on Somaliland Independence in 1960” →

Dr. Claire Elder’s Article is an Insult not to Somaliland but also Disgrace to Research Scholarship

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Dr. Claire Elder's Article is an Insult not to Somaliland but also Disgrace to Research Scholarship

It is an article by Abdi Daud, which was first published on his blog page, and provides an in-depth look at the assumptions, errors and omissions in Dr. Claire Elder’s recent critical piece on Somaliland Continue reading “Dr. Claire Elder’s Article is an Insult not to Somaliland but also Disgrace to Research Scholarship” →

Strengthening the Family Medicine Sector in Somaliland

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Strengthening the Family Medicine Sector in Somaliland

The estimated population of Somaliland is 3.8 million, with 45% population living in rural areas. Farming livestock is the backbone of the economy. Life expectancy is 55 years and the maternal mortality ratio is 396 per 100 000 live births. Continue reading “Strengthening the Family Medicine Sector in Somaliland” →