Somalia and African Union Finalize Troop Contributions for New Mission
The Somali Government and the African Union (AU) have reached on February 25 a final agreement regarding troop contributions for the new AU Mission in […]
Somaliland
Diplomatic Talks Begin Over Ethiopia-Somaliland Agreement as Tensions Simmer
In a bid to resolve a growing diplomatic dispute, Ethiopia and Somalia have begun on Tuesday, February 18, a series of technical talks under Turkey’s […]
Opposition Leader Claims Historic Victory in Somaliland Presidential Election
Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi has secured a decisive victory in Somaliland’s presidential election, garnering approximately 64 percent of votes against incumbent President Muse Bihi Abdi’s 35 […]
Somaliland: Election Day to test democracy in a tense climate
On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 1.2 million voters in Somaliland head to the polls, marking the fourth time that residents of this self-proclaimed Republic directly […]
Somaliland: Presidential Election Amid Recognition Hopes
Somaliland approaches a pivotal presidential election as the self-declared republic seeks to leverage its strategic position for international recognition after three decades of de facto […]
Breakaway Somaliland to hold elections on 13 Nov amid regional tension
Somaliland, a self-proclaimed republic, is holding crucial presidential and parliamentary elections this Wednesday (13 November) that many of its residents hope will help the Somali […]
Turkey set to begin oil exploration mission in Somalia
Turkey is set to commence its oil and gas exploration mission in Somali territorial waters following the arrival of its research vessel, *Oruc Reis*, in […]
Ethiopian Leader Issues Firm Warning amid Rising Regional Tensions
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has issued a strong warning to potential aggressors, stating that anyone planning to invade his country should “think 10 times” […]
Turkey Mediates Ethiopia-Somalia Tensions Over Coastal Deal
Turkey has hosted a second round of talks between Ethiopia and Somalia, addressing tensions sparked by Ethiopia’s agreement with Somaliland. The deal, which would grant […]
Turkey Steps In to Mediate Somalia-Ethiopia Rift Over Controversial Port Deal
Turkey has launched a diplomatic initiative to mediate talks between Somalia and Ethiopia, aiming to resolve tensions sparked by Ethiopia’s controversial port deal with Somaliland […]