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Djibouti Oppositions Dodge Elections & Discredit Afterwards

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Djibouti Oppositions Dodge Elections & Discredit Afterwards

The public of the Republic of Djibouti are preparing to line up in front of the polling stations soon in April 2021 to cast their votes for their presidential candidates of choice. Continue reading “Djibouti Oppositions Dodge Elections & Discredit Afterwards” →

“SLPA KULAN” in Hargeisa on Jan 2021

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SLPA is off to a strong start for the new year as our first event was a success! We wanted to share with you an innovative event SLPA held in Hargeisa, Somaliland a few weeks ago. The event was hosted and organized by SLPA committee member, Faiza Ali, who brilliantly guided the conversation of the 15 SLPA attendees. The SLPA members were from a vast variety of backgrounds, visiting Somaliland either for work, vacation, or potential relocation Continue reading ““SLPA KULAN” in Hargeisa on Jan 2021″ →

The Government of Somalia’s Failed State Vanished Overnight in 2021

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The Government of Somalia's Failed State Vanished Overnight in 2021

After former Somalia’s president – Mohammed Farmajo – four year term concluded last night local time, a heavily armed convoy of 50 armored vehicles escorting presidential candidates including Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, former president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, Abdirahman Abdishakur and Sharif Hassan Sh. Adan passed the first checkpoint at the presidential palace in the capital Mogadishu heading towards the residence of speaker of the parliament, Mr. Mohamed Mursal. Their meeting is seen as part of efforts by key political stakeholders to seek solution as Somalia heads towards uncertainty, once Farmaajo’s term expires on Monday. Continue reading “The Government of Somalia’s Failed State Vanished Overnight in 2021” →

Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland

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Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland

Taiwan is launching a program to help the Republic of Somaliland boost agricultural production.  Continue reading “Pilot Project by Taiwan to Boost Agricultural Production in Somaliland” →

Why Somaliland Chose Taiwan Ties Over China’s?

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Why Somaliland Chose Taiwan Ties Over China's?

Was Somaliland’s intention for having relationship with Taiwan solely for photo opportunity and publicity to impress the world for few days? Or was it to seek sovereign recognition from her?   Continue reading “Why Somaliland Chose Taiwan Ties Over China’s?” →

An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy

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An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy

Four retired US ambassadors to Ethiopia write an open letter to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) stating their concerns about recent political developments in the country Continue reading “An Open Letter from US Ambassadors to PM Abiy” →

Hope & Fear as Somalia’s Fragility Turns 30

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Hope & Fear as Somalia’s Fragility Turns 30

Somalia is marking 30 years of conflict. Specifically, it’s marking the moment the government of President Siad Barre collapsed in January 1991, setting Somalia on a rapid path to fragmentation and anarchy.

In recent years a federal government has begun to make some progress in rebuilding the country and Islamist militants have been pushed out of most major towns.

Our Africa correspondent Andrew Harding has been covering Somalia’s troubles for over two decades and has just been back to the capital Mogadishu to see what hopes people have for peace.

Djibouti Being Crowned as One More Nation Blinded by Chinese Cash

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Djibouti Being Crowned as One More Nation Blinded by Chinese Cash

Djibouti’s future diversification of its economy through foreign investment continues to be threatened as companies show low confidence in the government’s ability to provide a low-risk business environment. Continue reading “Djibouti Being Crowned as One More Nation Blinded by Chinese Cash” →

Braininess in Somaliland Brand of Democracy

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Braininess in Somaliland Brand of Democracy

“With less foreign aid and interventions, Clan Democracy has enabled Somaliland to hold many fair and free elections as well as to facilitate successive peaceful power transfers in a volatile region.” Continue reading “Braininess in Somaliland Brand of Democracy” →

Rerouting Somalia’s Road to Recovery via Somaliland is Inevitable

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Rerouting Somalia’s Road to Recovery via Somaliland is Inevitable

A Somali proverb says: “A looted cow never bears a legitimate calf.”

Trying to topically treat Somalia’s tragedy without curing the deep infection is merely a dressing that is not going to heal the wound. Continue reading “Rerouting Somalia’s Road to Recovery via Somaliland is Inevitable” →