Somalia's Path to Peace - Why Three-State Solution Offers Most Realistic Future

Somalia's Path to Peace - Why Three-State Solution Offers Most Realistic Future

Addis Abeba -- For decades, the international community has held fast to the aspiration of a unified Somalia. Yet that vision--however noble--no longer corresponds with realities on the ground. Somalia today is not a single, functioning nation but a fragmented territory composed of three distinct political entities: Somaliland, Puntland, and South/Central Somalia. Each region has its governance structure, security apparatus, and political trajec…

Somaliland eyes up a deal with Trump in return for US recognition

A self-governing breakaway region of Somalia known as Somaliland is not recognized as an independent country by any foreign government, but it is hoping to convince the Trump administration to change long-standing U.S. policy. Somaliland, which declared its independence from…

Somaliland Celebrates 34 Years of Peace, Democracy, and Unwavering Pursuit of Global Recognition

https://www.horndiplomat.com/feed/ By: Mohamed Duale, Horndiplomat Cheif Editor HARGEISA, May 18 (Horndiplomat) – Somaliland marked the 34th anniversary of its restored independence on Sunday with parades, flag‑waving schoolchildren and a renewed diplomatic appeal for international recognition. Thousands gathered in the capital’s main square as military units marched alongside cultural troupes and children bearing the red, white and […] The post…

Nigerian Born Football Star arrives in Somaliland

The famous football star who used to play for Arsenal and other European clubs, Nwanku Kanu yesterday arrived in Hargeisa, Somaliland capital. The Nigerian football star was greeted upon arrival at Egal Int’l Airport by officials of the ministry of youth and sports. Once Kanu arrived at Egal Airport, he made an encouraging speech to Somaliland youth and sports urging them to work hard. He said: “I am surprised to see such large number of youth i…