May is one of the most important months for Somaliland, it is the month when Somaliland regained its independence from Somalia. Historically Somaliland’s independence goes back to June 26th 1960 when the nation gained its independence from the United Kingdom. The celebration of this event is expected to be attended by millions of people living in Somaliland and hundreds of thousands of Diaspora living abroad. On this day, Somalilanders are sharing their joy. The days goes back to 1991 on May 18, when the Burao conference was held and marked a turning point in Somaliland’s history. As I mentioned in my article Somaliland’s 30 anniversary the Buroa conference brought together representatives from all communities and regions of Somaliland. After a long and extensive consultation, one of the most important outcomes of the conference was the decision to reclaim the statehood of Somaliland on the 18th May 1991. You may ask...

Madaxweyne Cabdullaahi Deni oo gaashaanka ku dhuftay go’aanadii lagu gaarey Shirka Golaha Wadatashiga Qaranka,Puntland qayb kama aha raalina kama nihin”. Facebook

KIGALI, Rwanda– Kenya’s President William Ruto Friday called for reforms of international financing institutions to ensure a more inclusive approach. Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum 2024 in Rwandan capital Kigali, Ruto stressed the need to democratize the boards of multilateral development banks, ensuring that all members have an equal say in their management. Ruto said the current international “financial architecture is faulty, it is unfair, it is not right and it must be fixed” because it neglects the interests of developing countries. The Kenyan leader said it is one of the issues he would discuss with the US President Joseph Biden during his forthcoming visit to Washington later this month. He spoke alongside presidents Paul Kagame of Rwanda and Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique on a panel, Leadership at a Pivot: Africa’s Role on the Global Stage. Ruto said necessary reforms would enable underserved countries to advocate for mutually beneficial...

Friday May 17, 2024By Eshete Bekele Somalia considers Somaliland as part of its territory even though the region has had effective autonomy since 1991Image: Eshete Bekele/DW Somaliland is keen to conclude a controversial deal with Ethiopia that would see Addis Ababa recognize Somaliland as an independent state. Somalia’s strong opposition to the deal could increase already tense relations. Somalia’s breakaway province of Somaliland is commemorating the anniversary of its unilateral declaration of independence on May 18, 1991 — even though its claims of sovereignty have remained unrecognized by the international community.   Amid the preparations, Somaliland’s authorities have been preparing to conclude a controversial deal with neighboring Ethiopia. Once signed, the agreement would cement Ethiopia’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state — despite strong objections from Somalia’s government. In return for landlocked Ethiopia’s official recognition, Somaliland will lease out 20 kilometers (12 miles) of sea access for 50 years while also...

Sida warsidaha Garowe Online horey u shaaciyey GWQ uga socdey Muqdishu ayaan waxaan ka soo bixin go’aamo ku aadan doorashooyinka madaxweynaha ka dhici doono qaar ka tirsan maamulada. War-murtiyeed laga soo saarey Shirka Golaha Wadatashiga Qaranka oo maamulka Puntland ka maqnaa ayaa go’aamada laga soo saarey ahaayeen kuwa ku ekaa arimaha amniga. Facebook

Photo courtesy EUNAVFOR Mike Schuler The European Union’s counter-piracy naval force, Operation ATALANTA, has transferred six suspected Somali pirates to Seychelles, where they will stand trial for a pirate attack on the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker Chrystal Arctic. The ship was attacked on May 10 in the Gulf of Aden, however the attack was repelled when the ship’s on board security team returned fire. The transfer was confirmed by Operation ATALANTA on Wednesday. The suspects are now in custody and awaiting trial. Before the suspects were handed over, a delegation consisting of the Minister of Internal Affairs, a representative from the National Information Sharing Coordination Centre, and members of the Seychellois Police Department, along with three representatives from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), were briefed on board the ATALANTA frigate. The European delegation to Mauritius assisted in coordinating with Seychelles authorities. Operation ATALANTA maintains legal agreements with various...

Friday May 17, 2024 Mogadishu (HOL) – The Banadir regional court in Mogadishu sentenced a 70-year-old man to seven years in prison and fined him $3,000 on Thursday for money laundering and financing the al-Shabab group. The 70-year-old man, named Ali Hussein Isaac, was accused of transferring half a million dollars from his private account to al-Shabab militants. The chairman of the Banadir regional court, Saleh Daban, said that the court divided the sentence into two parts: four years in prison for funding the group and three years for money laundering and Isaac was fined $3,000. Since last year, the Somali government has intensified efforts to target the financial infrastructure supporting the Islamist militant group al-Shabab. Hundreds of bank accounts and militant-connected mobile phones have been closed down during this period. Source link

Xarfo Gobalka Mudug Waxaa muddo Lix beri ah la waysanyahay gabar yar oo baadiyaha Degmada Xarfo ku habowday. Gabadhaan ayaa ahayd sagaal jir waxayna kulubtay Soone la yiraado beeraha dhoobo-cadley ee baadiyaha magaladaas. Gurmadyo kala duwan oo isaga Kala yimid magalooyinka Gaalkacyo, Xarfo,Burtinle iyo bacaadweyn ayaa Gabadha Ka baadi goobaya dhulka miyiga ah. maamulka degmadaas ayaa qeyb ka ah baadi goobka gabdhaa yar. Facebook

Since its inception in 2009, the BRICS alliance has consisted of five nations and has stayed thus for the past 15 years. However, things changed last year when the organization asked six more countries to join the alliance. Invitations were sent to Saudi Arabia, Argentina, the UAE, Egypt, Iran, and Ethiopia for the 15th summit in August last year. While Argentina rejected membership, Saudi Arabia has put the decision on hold. The remaining four new member countries will join BRICS in 2024. RICS: Rift Between Old, New Members over UNSC Seat BRICS currently consists of new and old members, with each country being distinct. However, things are deteriorating as geopolitical perspectives differ between existing and new members. The main contention between the old and new BRICS members is India’s permanent position on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Old, New BRICS Members Seek UNSC Seat India hopes to gain a permanent seat on the...

Thursday May 16, 2024 Columbus (HOL) –  A confrontation at an Amazon warehouse in West Jefferson ended fatally on Sunday when police shot a security guard trainee, Ali Hamsa Yusuf, 22, after he attempted to kill his supervisor and later engaged officers in a shootout. The incident began around 4:45 p.m. at the warehouse, where Yusuf, armed and unauthorized to carry a firearm on duty, targeted his supervisor. Surveillance footage captured Yusuf approaching his supervisor from behind, attempting to fire at close range, only for the weapon to malfunction. Although the initial shots missed, creating a terrifying scene, no injuries were reported at the warehouse. Approximately 90 minutes later, Yusuf was located by police in Columbus, leading to a shootout at the intersection of Georgesville and Clime roads. During the exchange, Yusuf and a four-year veteran Columbus police officer were struck. The officer, saved by his bulletproof vest, was later released from Grant Medical...