The government of Somaliland has once again urgently called to resolve the crisis in the Red Sea.
A press release issued today by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged all parties involved in the crisis to prioritize diplomacy, dialogue, and a peaceful resolution.

“The Government of the Republic of Somaliland continues to follow the escalating crisis in the Red Sea. This volatile situation threatens maritime security, regional stability, and the livelihoods of millions who depend on the vital trade routes of this particular area.

We urge all parties involved in the crisis to prioritize diplomacy, dialogue, and peaceful resolution. We believe in a collaborative approach that prioritizes collective security, respects international law, and addresses the root causes of the conflict and political instability in the region.

We call on regional and international actors to play a constructive role in facilitating de-escalation and supporting diplomatic efforts. Our government remains steadfast in welcoming partners who want to engage in our maritime security efforts, so we can ensure the Red Sea remains a safe and prosperous waterway for all.

The Dahabshil remittance company played a major role in organizing the 7th conference of the Heritage Forum which has recently concluded in Djibouti.

The Heritage Conference is held every year in Djibouti, and the Dahabshiil company always played a major role in organizing it.

The Dahabshiil company was represented this year at the Heritage conference by the head of public relations and media, Mr. Saad Muse Abdi.

They took the opportunity to exhibit the various services in the field of communication and remittances that the company provides to the community.

Dahabshiil group which is usually dabbed as the “companion of the community”, always appears in similar meetings that are humanitarian based progress and support to help the development of the Somali nation and the people of the world in general.

The Republic of Somaliland Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation convened a crucial meeting with Foreign Missions within its borders and partners to address the pressing concerns arising from the escalating conflict in the Red Sea. The discussion centered on the urgent need for international attention and intervention to mitigate the multifaceted threats posed by the current conflict in the Red Sea, especially in relation to piracy, and its ramifications on Somaliland’s stability and the broader regional landscape.

It is important to note that Somaliland manages full control over its 850 km long coastline of the Gulf of Aden and Somaliland’s Maritime Security Office, in collaboration with Somaliland’s Coast Guard, has played a vital role in information sharing and putting measures in place to curb criminal activities in the Gulf of Aden over the years.

The implications are far reaching and directly affect Somaliland’s trade routes, hindering the flow of goods, and impeding our economic progress. “About 17,000 ships and 12% of global trade pass through the Red Sea every year. Any ship passing through the Suez Canal to or from the Indian Ocean has to come this way, so you can see how critical the situation is.” Said H.E. Minister Essa Kayd.

He further went on to say “We underscore the gravity of the situation, emphasizing that the resurgence of piracy could severely destabilize not only Somaliland but also the entire region. If left unchecked, this insurgency threatens to amplify existing regional instabilities, jeopardizing peace, security, and economic prosperity for all nations in the Horn of Africa and beyond.” There is a direct correlation between piracy and terrorism, considering that 80% of illicit arms that have been seized by the Somaliland Coast Guard in the Gulf of Aden in the past were intercepted on route to terrorist cells in neighboring countries, which is a growing threat if the conflict continues.

The government of the Republic of Somaliland reiterates its commitment to upholding international maritime law and calls upon the international community to act swiftly and decisively to address the escalating issue. Somaliland is ready to contribute to regional security efforts and collaboration to mitigate any threat to the region.

The Republic of Somaliland urges the international community, including regional bodies and global organizations, to recognize the urgency of this situation and take immediate steps to prevent further escalation.

A country prospers when its workforce are proficient and skilled, he says

By M.A. Egge

Hargeisa: Vice President of the Republic of Somaliland H.E. Abdirahman Abdilahi Ismail (Saili’i) has said that the country will progress when its people are educated and have talented proficiency skills.

The Vice President made this statement at the labour forum, the National Conference of Employers and Workers that opened in Hargeisa which was organized by the Ministry of Labour, Family and Social Affairs and was attended by many companies, large and small, that operate within the country serving the masses.

The VP said that the Government has in recent years strengthened and improved the skills and knowledge of public servants.

“The nation is built when its people are educated and have proficiency. Today, there are countries like ours that have educated their people and send them to the world to work in the labor force and make decisions that benefit their countries.

He also called for working together to protect the rights of workers and teach them their duties.

He called upon both the private and private sectors to employ workers in a fair and professional manner and desist from practicing favoritisms. “I suggest that government agencies and companies adopt a fair and professional approach to the employees working for them”, he said, and emphasized, “The companies should not hire people they know, and the government should not only employ people who are known to the authorities, but they should absorbed into employment justifiably”.

The vice president noted that when education is improved, knowledgeable and skilled workers are acquired.

He decried substandard education or educational institutions that are only out to be merchants instead of churning out capable student graduates who are armed with notable proficiency skills.

Ministers, company executives and eminent labour personalities were amongst speakers at the forum.

The British government warns their citizens not to join the conflict in Somaliland, as that may amount to offences under UK legislation and they could be prosecuted upon return to the UK.

Question Tim Loughton, Conservative MP for East Worthing and Shoreham raised in Parliament asked the Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, what steps he is taking to monitor the number of UK citizens traveling to Somaliland for fighting.
Andrew Mitchell Minister of State (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) (Minister for Development), Minister of State (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) (Minister for Development and Africa) said any British national who travels to Somaliland to fight, or to assist others engaged in the conflict, could be prosecuted upon return to the UK.
Minister Mitchel added his response, “The FCDO advises against all travel to the Somaliland regions of Toghdeer, Sanaag, and Sool. We advise British Nationals in Somaliland to leave any area of unrest quickly. Our ability to provide consular support in Somalia, including Somaliland, is very limited. Should any British Nationals travel to Somaliland to fight, or to assist others engaged in the conflict, their activities may amount to offences under UK legislation and they could be prosecuted upon return to the UK.

The Ministry of Education and Science of Somaliland and the Kenya Institute of Special Education are cooperating in the training of teaching materials for the visually impaired.

A delegation from the education ministry, which is on a trip to Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, met with the head of the KISE after members of the ministry who were there for training completed courses on the training equipment.

A statement from the Ministry of Education and Science of Somaliland reads as follows. “The delegation sent by the Ministry of Education to the Kenyan city of Nairobi has completed learning how to print Braille materials for students with visual needs”.

First of all, the Managing General of KISE Kenya spoke at the graduation ceremony and he said that he was happy that the training is provided and he welcomes the continuation of such collaborations hence expressed his wish to visit Somaliland.

The director of the Curriculum Office, Mr. Mohamed Ali Omar, thanked them for their warm welcome and promised to continue this education and benefit the students.

He also thanked the senior officials of the Ministry of Education, which included the Minister of Education Dr. Ahmed Aden Buhane, Deputy Minister Abdihakin Said Bustale and Director General Dr. Abdirisaaq Jama Noor (Nakhuu).

Somaliland Minister of Water Resources Development Hon. Suleiman Yusuf Ali Koore, laid the foundation stone for a new water well to be implemented in Biyo Guure area of the Sahil region.

Minister Saleeban emphasized the importance of the government to the coastal areas to get water.

“We acknowledge that the coastal areas are places that need more water than other areas, due to the scorching heat in our coastlines. It is part of our responsibility for the water to reach the people, the hot coastal areas like Berbera and its environs”.

The minister hailed all who worked towards the implementing efforts of the project hence cited the Al Huda foundation for being in the forefront.

The minister has just officiated similar water resourcing projects in Awdal region and at Dimbiriale near Salahley over the week.

By M.A. Egge

The President of the Republic of Somaliland H.E. Musa Bihi Abdi has on Thursday morning inspected various major developmental projects being undertaken by the government in the city of Hargeisa.

The Head of State who was accompanied by some members of the cabinet, the governor of Marodi-Jeeh region, the mayor of the capital Hargeisa and heads of the government inspected the work carried out in areas including the new City Water Reservoirs that the water agency is implementing in the capital’s districts, to facilitate the efforts of the supplying ample and clean tap water to the residents, the Egal International Airport and the National Museum whose construct is in its final touches of completion stages.

President Musa Bihi Abdi first inspected the new water storage reservoir designated to store drinking water for the people of Ahmed Dagah district, whose construction is also nearing completion, and was given briefs by the officials concerned.

The Hargeisa Water Agency, Mr. Mohamed Ali Darood and some of the officials in charge of the construction of the Water Reservoir, who have continued their efforts to improve the water supply in the capital city were present.

He thereafter visited the Igal International Airport, and observed the smooth running of operation at the airport facilities and the services provided to the travelers.

The airport’s general manager, Mr. Omar Abdilahi Adan (Umar-Sayed), gave a brief report on the implementation of the new airport security forces.

The President culminated his inspection tour with the inspection of the ultra modern building structure whose construction is in its final stages, which is the new National Museum at the center of Hargeisa.

The president inspected the several storied building and walked along all the floors while appreciating the state of the art construction that has been set.

He was conducted to the National Museum tour by the Director General of the Presidency, Mr. Mohamed Ali Bile who gave him briefs on the construction process.

The museum project is the brain child of the president himself that will go down well in the historical journals of the nation’s achievement.