Somalia Rushes to Renewing Alliance with Egypt and Eritrea as Ethiopia-Somalia Deal Fails
The agreement between Ethiopia and Somalia, which was mediated by the Turkiye to put a stop to hostilities and arrange for Ethiopia’s access to the sea, has reportedly failed miserably.
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Somaliland: A Roadmap to Recognition
A Report by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Somaliland
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Somaliland was formed with the goal of promoting an understanding of and support for Somaliland achievements in building peace, democratic governance and a sovereign state in the Horn of Africa. It is chaired by the Rt Hon Sir Gavin Williamson CBE MP, with Kim Johnson MP as co-chair, Abtisam Mohamed MP as vice chair and Lord Udny-Lister as an officer. Continue reading “Somaliland: A Roadmap to Recognition”
Somaliland Child Education: An Emerging Model in the Horn of Africa
Somaliland covers an area of 137,600 kilometers and shares a broader with Ethiopia, Djibouti and Somalia. Hargeisa is the political and commercial capital of Somaliland. School education system of Somaliland is playing a vital role for the cognitive, social and emotional growth of children and is responsible for the overall well being of children. In Somaliland, for the first two to three years of a child’s life, early childhood education is integrated into formal schools and private Quranic schools. Primary school lasts eight years, divided into elementary and intermediate cycles. Continue reading “Somaliland Child Education: An Emerging Model in the Horn of Africa”
Questions on the Status of Ankara Communique between Ethiopia & Somalia are Increasing
Concerns are mounting regarding the current status of the Ankara communiqué, which was designed to pave the way for a comprehensive agreement between Somalia and Ethiopia by May 2025. This timeline holds significant importance for both nations, yet officials have been notably reticent about any complications that may be obstructing the ongoing negotiations. Interestingly, even the Turkish government, which has actively facilitated and supported these discussions, has not offered any recent updates or insights into the progression of talks. Continue reading “Questions on the Status of Ankara Communique between Ethiopia & Somalia are Increasing”
The Chief Editor of Somaliland Chronicle’s Interview with Israel’s i24News TV
Only Israel Spoke Out at the UN When Siyad Barre Was Massacring the People of Somaliland” says Saeed Ibrahim, editor of Somaliland Chronicle. Continue reading “The Chief Editor of Somaliland Chronicle’s Interview with Israel’s i24News TV”
Somaliland yet to Respond to Somalia’s Entry-point Ban on Taiwan Passports
The ban, which took effect on Wednesday, was announced in a notice issued by Somalia’s civil aviation authority last week, according to a report, citing Taiwan’s foreign ministry.
Taiwan has strongly condemned Somalia for imposing a ban on travelers holding Taiwanese passports, preventing them from entering or transiting through the East African nation.
According to a BBC report, citing Taiwan’s foreign ministry, the ban, which took effect on Wednesday, was announced in a notice issued by Somalia’s civil aviation authority last week. Somali authorities have yet to publicly comment on the decision, added the report.
The move comes amid deepening unofficial ties between Taiwan and Somaliland — a self-declared republic that broke away from Somalia in 1991 but lacks international recognition.
In 2020, Taiwan and Somaliland established reciprocal representative offices, a step that drew condemnation from both China and Somalia.
Somalia’s civil aviation authority issued a notice to airlines saying that Taiwanese passports “will no longer be valid for entry into or transit through the Federal Republic of Somalia” from 30 April, BBC quoted Taiwan’s foreign ministry as saying in a statement late on Tuesday.
“The ministry of foreign affairs has strongly protested Somalia’s action made under the instigation of China to restrict the travel freedom and safety of Taiwanese nationals and has demanded that the Somali government immediately revoke the notice,” the ministry added.
Taiwan’s foreign ministry has advised its citizens to avoid traveling to Somalia or Somaliland for their own safety, pending a reversal of Somalia’s recent ban on Taiwanese passport holders, reported BBC, citing Taiwanese media.
Neither Somalia nor Somaliland has issued an official response to the travel ban. China, however, welcomed the move.
“We highly appreciate this legitimate measure, which reflects Somalia’s firm adherence to the one-China principle,” AFP quoted Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun as saying to reporters on Wednesday.
Taiwan operates under its own constitution, holds regular multiparty elections, and governs itself independently. However, China considers Taiwan a breakaway province and has vowed to reclaim it by force if necessary.
Under pressure from Beijing’s diplomatic campaign, Taiwan — officially known as the Republic of China — is formally recognized by only a small number of countries.
Somaliland, which declared independence from Somalia in 1991 after the collapse of the Siyad Barre regime, is also not internationally recognized. Like Taiwan, it holds regular elections and operates as a de facto independent state.
In contrast, much of Somalia remains under the control of the Al-Shabab militant group, an al-Qaeda affiliate. The Somali government regards Somaliland as part of its sovereign territory and has condemned a recent agreement between Somaliland and Ethiopia over leasing access to a port.
Insiders and Insurgents: The Joint Venture of Al-shabab & Somali Government
At the heart of the Horn of Africa is a chilling story—one that combines corruption, terror, and insurgency into a deadly cycle. Somalia, forever plagued by political instability and extremism, is now in the hot seat for its suspected harboring of an unholy trinity: a low-key, transactional relationship between branches of its government and the Al-Qaeda-linked militant group Al-Shabaab. This is less a story of betrayal but more an expose on how terror had become a cross-ventured business. Continue reading “Insiders and Insurgents: The Joint Venture of Al-shabab & Somali Government”
Somaliland’s Centuries-old Borders won’t be Altered by Somalia’s PM Visit to Las Anod
Following Mogadishu’s official recognition of the SSC-Khatumo administration, Somaliland has accused the federal government of intentionally sabotaging regional peace and escalating instability in Somaliland. Continue reading “Somaliland’s Centuries-old Borders won’t be Altered by Somalia’s PM Visit to Las Anod”
Why the US should recognize Somaliland: A game-changer for security and strategy.
Somaliland’s Berbera port sits at the heart of a global power struggle; As China, Iran and Russia tighten their grip on vital waterways, the US risks losing a key ally in the Horn of Africa by clinging to outdated policies. Continue reading “US Risks Losing Key Ally in the Horn of Africa – Somaliland – if Continues Clinging to Outdated Policies”
Somalia Observes as the U.A.E. Deepens Its Military Ties with Somaliland
As the Gulf state increases its power in the Horn of Africa, the United Arab Emirates -UAE – and Somaliland are strengthening their military and security collaboration. This development may further exacerbate tensions between Abu Dhabi and the federal government of Somalia. Continue reading “Somalia Observes as the UAE Deepens Its Military Ties with Somaliland”