The intersections of state sovereignty, foreign intervention, and international law present some of the most critical challenges to the modern global order. From the Horn of Africa to the Middle East, the perceived inconsistency in enforcing international law has led…
The recent analysis published the 26/12/2025 in The Jerusalem Post by Habtom Ghebrezghiaber, a doctoral candidate at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, correctly identifies the strategic pitfalls of Israel’s engagement with the self-declared state of Somaliland. However, while his geopolitical…
In the rich history of Somalis, the Gadaboursi tribe stands out as a beacon of bravery, intellectualism, and hospitality. Nestled in Awdal, particularly in the Gabiley District and regions like Harawa, Awbare, Dambala, and Lafa Ciise, the Gadaboursi have long…
In the realm of journalism, the role of an interviewer is paramount in shaping public discourse and informing audiences about critical issues. A journalist is expected to uphold principles of impartiality, integrity, and factual accuracy. Unfortunately, a recent interview featuring…
The claims surrounding Zaila and Lughaya, particularly by Ciise from Ethiopia, raise important questions about historical narratives and identity. Zaila, historically known as a significant port city, has often been regarded as a cradle of knowledge and the entry point…
Introduction The union of British Somaliland and the Trust Territory of Somaliland in 1960 was a defining constitutional moment whose signatories, elders and political delegates such as Mohamed Haji Ibrahim Egal, Ahmed Haji Duale, Haji Ibrahim Nour, and Ali Garad…
Introduction The consideration of breaking up Somalia into separate entities is a contentious issue that raises significant legal and ethical questions. Somalia is a predominantly mono-ethnic society, and the implications of such fragmentation not only contravene the principles of international…
In the complex of Somali history, the events of 1960 stand as a significant milestone, marking the unification of British Somaliland and Italian Somaliland into what we know today as Somalia. The signing of independence involved key figures representing the…
The appointment of Muhumed Hassan Jama, known as Xoday, as the governor of Awdal by Abdirahman Mohamed “Ciro,” the leader of the SNM regime in Hargeisa, was initially met with hope for progress and development. However, Xoday’s tenure has quickly…
Somalia’s federal government recently introduced an e‑visa requirement for all incoming travelers, a standard sovereign measure aimed at improving border security and tracking movement amid continued threats from Al-Shabaab. Reports that some carriers, notably Ethiopian Airlines and flights originating via…