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ZAAD of Telesom Allegedly Dictating Remittance Platforms

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ZAAD of Telesom Allegedly Dictating Remittance Platforms

The two largest telecom providers in Somaliland and Somalia, respectively, are Telesom and Hormuud Telecom. They both provide voice, SMS, data, and mobile money among other services. Telesom has its headquarters in Hargeisa, Somaliland, and is owned by a group of investors from Somaliland and Somalia. In the field of mobile money, Telesom is regarded as a market leader. One of the first mobile banking services in the world, its ZAAD mobile banking service was introduced in 2009. Continue reading “ZAAD of Telesom Allegedly Dictating Remittance Platforms” →

Garad Abdiqani’s Son Arrived in Hargeisa & Appealed to Sool insurgents to End Conflict

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Garad Abdiqani's Son Arrived in Hargeisa & Appealed to Sool insurgents to End Conflict

The intellectuals of the Sool community in Hargeisa gathered at a reception made for welcoming Raage Garaad Abdiqani Garaad Jama into the city, and emphasized one key message: return to the negotiating table with the Somaliland government and voice any concerns or issues of the region at the table for reasonable solution. Continue reading “Garad Abdiqani’s Son Arrived in Hargeisa & Appealed to Sool insurgents to End Conflict” →

Onset of Voter Registration Signals End of Political Stalemate to Elections in Somaliland

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Onset of Voter Registration Signals End of Political Stalemate to Elections in Somaliland

Under the Somaliland constitution, the political parties are allowed to serve a maximum of 10 years in office, and the tenure of the current three national political parties in Somaliland – the ruling Kulmiye, UCID, and Wadani – expired in December of 2022. The scheduled date for the Somaliland presidential election was in November 2022 Continue reading “Onset of Voter Registration Signals End of Political Stalemate to Elections in Somaliland” →

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

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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

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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” →

US Ready to Prosecute Garads Fueling LA War

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US Ready to Prosecute Garads Fueling LA War

In the end, Somaliland would be successful when its stand and positions are clearly and openly articulated while also going the extra miles to make a gesture that will promote peace and stability.

The outgoing US ambassador to Somalia, Larry André, gave an interview to the Somali BBC and said that the individuals involved in fueling the conflict in Las Anod will be dealt with if they continue their actions.

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Short-sighted US Policy on Somalia Emboldened Terrorism against Somaliland

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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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Somaliland Vows Fiercely Defending Territorial Integrity

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Somaliland Vows Fiercely Defending Territorial Integrity

The fight in Las Anod won’t end until every square inch of Somaliland is free of Al Shabab and its local allies, no matter how long it takes, how much blood is shed, or how much property is destroyed. Continue reading “Somaliland Vows Fiercely Defending Territorial Integrity” →