Tag: Waddani Party

Analysis

Oligarchs and State Capture: Anatomy of the Somaliland Telecom Scandal

Staff - August 10, 2025

HARGEISA – A clumsy attempt at state-sponsored disinformation has forced President Abdirahman M. Abdillahi "Cirro" into a humiliating public retreat, compelling Somaliland's telecommunication oligarchy...

Analysis

Somaliland’s Tofu Diplomacy: Weak-Kneed Engagement with Turkey Undermines Sovereignty

Staff - February 17, 2025

The January 2024 memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Ethiopia and Somaliland, promising maritime access in exchange for potential recognition, sent shockwaves through the Horn...

Government

New Cabinet Orientation Concludes: Questions of Accountability Linger

Staff - December 29, 2024

Republic of Somaliland's First Post-Election Transition Brings Focus on Governance Reform Key Points: Two-day cabinet orientation emphasizes unity but lacks concrete performance metrics Notable shift from NGO-heavy...

Opinion

All Roads Lead to Somaliland Guban: What to expect from Ankara’s Declaration

Staff - December 28, 2024

Introduction The Ankara Declaration has a primary goal and a secondary, more opportunistic aim. The primary objective is to address the deadline for transitioning from...

Government

Somaliland’s New Cabinet: Fresh Faces, Business Ties, and Notable Absences Shape President Cirro’s Government

Staff - December 14, 2024

HARGEISA, Somaliland - In a carefully orchestrated announcement that signals both continuity and dramatic change, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi "Cirro" unveiled his inaugural cabinet...

Editorial