Tag: Horn of Africa

Disturbing Allegations of Adversary Influence on Somaliland GDP

Disturbing Allegations of Adversary Influence on Somaliland GDP

“Son of Business Tycoon in Mogadishu Making Crucial Decisions Affecting 80% of Somaliland’s Gross Domestic Product” a remark said by the WorldRemit chairman Continue reading “Disturbing Allegations of Adversary Influence on Somaliland GDP”

Is Khatumo State of Somalia in Somaliland a Viable Option?

Is Khatumo State of Somalia in Somaliland a Viable Option?

While Somalia’s fight against Al-Shabaab has received a lot of international attention, a serious conflict has broken out in the Horn of Africa between Somaliland and several clans that want to stay in Somalia. Continue reading “Is Khatumo State of Somalia in Somaliland a Viable Option?”

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

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”

Las Geel Ancient Rock Art Attracting Global Tourists

Las Geel Ancient Rock Art Attracting Global Tourists

Las Geel, an archaeological site, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Somaliland Republic in the Horn of Africa. The site consists of a series of rock shelters and caves that contain some of the oldest and most well-preserved rock art in Africa. The paintings, which date back to between 3,500 and 2,500 BC, depict cattle, humans, and other animals. The cattle are often shown wearing decorative robes and neck ornaments, suggesting that they were important to the people who created the paintings Continue reading “Las Geel Ancient Rock Art Attracting Global Tourists”

Sahamiye Foundation: Charity Founded by Somaliland Couple Enhancing Literacy

Sahamiye Foundation: Charity Founded by Somaliland Couple Enhancing Literacy

The Sahamiye Foundation is the dream of Hargeisa entrepreneurs Ismail Ahmed and Hayat Arteh. In Somaliland tradition, their passion is to share their resources and expertise to help their community. Continue reading “Sahamiye Foundation: Charity Founded by Somaliland Couple Enhancing Literacy”

Critiquing Present Day Somaliland: Now & Then

Critiquing Present Day Somaliland: Now & Then

A radical shift is needed and a must to have Somalilanders go back to the spirit of 1991. Continue reading “Critiquing Present Day Somaliland: Now & Then”

Countries in Horn of Africa, Except Somaliland, Fell Prey to China’s Charms

Countries in Horn of Africa, Except Somaliland, Fell Prey to China’s Charms

Ethiopia acknowledged China has become African nation’s leading source of foreign direct investment, largest trading partner, and development financier.

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Somalia’s Veering toward Russia & China, Spotlights Somaliland for Reckoning

Somalia’s Veering toward Russia & China, Spotlights Somaliland for Reckoning


China and Somalia have had a friendly relationship for many years. In terms of political and economic relations, China has been one of Somalia’s key allies. China has offered Somalia a variety of services including infrastructure development, healthcare, and education. Continue reading “Somalia’s Veering toward Russia & China, Spotlights Somaliland for Reckoning”

Berbera Port Recognized as One of Africa’s Top Ports

Berbera Port Recognized as One of Africa's Top Ports

A report issued by the World Bank said that the port of Berbera has made a lot of progress in recent years. Continue reading “Berbera Port Recognized as One of Africa’s Top Ports”

Short-sighted US Policy on Somalia Emboldened Terrorism against Somaliland

Short-sighted US Policy on Somalia Emboldened Terrorism against Somaliland

Somalia’s strategic importance in the Horn of Africa has sparked a fierce competition for influence in recent years among outside actors like the U.S., Turkey, China, and the Gulf states.

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