The #Somalia government is seeking to impose restrictions on the people of Somaliland, while the #Somaliland Ministry of Civil Aviation has been slow to respond to Somalia’s sanctions.
This plan is part of a wider strategy aimed at undermining Somaliland’s economy and forcing its citizens to comply with laws and regulations they do not recognize. It also reflects a growing attempt by Somalia to exert political and economic pressure on Somaliland by targeting its diaspora community, travel systems, and international mobility.
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#Somaliland is moving closer to international recognition as Africa's 55th sovereign nation. After three decades of effective self-governance, this (re)recognition would acknowledge both the will of its people and its significant potential in global trade.
A proposed trade route through Somaliland could transform global commerce. This new corridor would create a path from India through Somaliland, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Chad, and Eastern Libya. The route would offer faster shipping times to Europe while providing an alternative to the Suez Canal, ultimately strengthening economic ties between Africa and Asia.
Somaliland has built a stable foundation while neighboring Somalia faces ongoing challenges. Where Somalia struggles, Somaliland has achieved remarkable success in establishing functioning democratic institutions and holding regular free elections. The nation has protected human rights, including women's participation in governance, and accomplished this development without relying on major foreign aid.
The country's commitment to security and stability stands out in the region. Somaliland has maintained internal security and successfully countered extremist threats, creating a safe environment that attracts business and investment. This success demonstrates how an African state can thrive through democratic governance, economic self-reliance, and dedication to regional stability.
The international community now faces a clear choice between supporting Somaliland's proven model of stability and democracy or maintaining the status quo in a strategically important region. Somaliland's achievements show that sustainable development and democratic governance are possible even in a challenging regional context.
"Recognition of Somaliland would not only reinforce America’s strategic foothold in the Horn of Africa but also counterbalance the aggressive maneuvers of rival powers" 💯
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My father, Garad Ali, is one of the founding fathers of the Somaliland Republic.
How could the Majertenians convince me to go against my own country Somaliland , which is, in fact, my father's legacy?
In response to the recent misconducts and unprofessional communications from the #Somali#civil#aviation#authorities, several international airlines have decided to suspend flights to Mogadishu and reroute through the airspace controlled by Somaliland.” 🛫
Somalia corrupt and failed state. At last United States discovered and suspended the military assistance to this fake government. Mogadishu, SOMALIA – In a stunning development, the United States has suspended food rations to Danab, the elite Somali special forces unit it has long supported and trained, following revelations of a massive corruption scandal. Based on reliable sources within the Somali National Army (SNA), The Somali Digest can confirm that Danab’s involvement in the reselling of food and fuel aid has led to the abrupt halt in U.S. assistance.
The decision to suspend food rations to Danab was relayed to Abdifatah Qasim, the deputy minister of defense, and the Chief of Defense Forces Ibrahim Sheikh Muhudin at the U.S. embassy in Nairobi and comes as a direct consequence of the unit’s involvement in the misappropriation and reselling of aid. According to an SNA source, the U.S. may also consider stopping fuel support in the future, pending further investigations into the extent of the corruption.
The suspension of assistance is a significant blow to Danab, which has long relied on U.S. support to carry out its operations against Al-Shabab. The move underscores the severity of the corruption allegations and the U.S.’s unwillingness to continue supporting a unit engaged in such practices.
The open sale of bulk food rations in Mogadishu markets, which were originally intended for both the troops and civilian-military relations programs, is more disturbing. The military designs these programs to bolster local support for Danab’s mission, making the betrayal doubly damaging. Not only does the sale of such aid undermine the military’s effectiveness, but it also erodes the fragile trust between the Somali armed forces and the civilian populace they are meant to protect.
A Failure of Leadership
The corruption scandal enveloping Danab, the elite special forces unit of Somalia, casts a long shadow over the nation’s struggle against Al-Shabab and its quest to cultivate a professional and effective military. Tasked with leading counter-terrorism efforts, Danab was a symbol of Somalia’s dedication to enhancing security. However, the emergence of pervasive corruption within this unit has critically undermined the credibility of the entire Somali National Army (SNA) and cast serious doubts on the government’s capacity to combat Al-Shabab effectively. The cessation of U.S. support, a direct consequence of the corruption, could severely limit Danab’s operational capabilities and morale.
This scandal is emblematic of a profound leadership failure within the highest echelons of the Somali government. Despite President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s vocal assertions of his administration’s commitment to fighting corruption and prosecuting corrupt officials, the evidence suggests a starkly different reality. The frequent acquittals in court due to insufficient evidence have highlighted the politically charged nature of many corruption prosecutions, underscoring a selective and largely ineffective anti-corruption strategy that has gradually eroded public confidence in both the government and the judiciary.
The government’s misplaced priorities, focusing on politically motivated cases instead of addressing the widespread corruption within the armed forces, have contributed significantly to military setbacks across the country. The fact that Danab, a unit under close U.S. scrutiny and support, has engaged in such overt corruption is alarming and raises questions about the integrity of other SNA units.
Moreover, the Danab rations scandal is part of a broader pattern of corruption and mismanagement that has plagued Somalia’s security forces. The Somali Digest has also reported on issues such as “ghost soldiers” and resource theft, which have previously led the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to withdraw its support for certain SNA units. This pattern highlights systemic issues that require urgent and comprehensive reform,
Fun fact that Ruqia likes to conceal:
Somali is an ethnicity, not a nationality, in the same way that Arab is an ethnicity, not a nationality. There is a difference between ethnic identity and national identity.
The nationality of a Somali in Ethiopia—Ethiopian
The nationality of a Somali in Djibouti— Djiboutian
The nationality of a Somali in Kenya—Kenyan
The nationality of a Somali In Somaliland—Somalilander
The nationality of a Somali in Somalia—Somalian
Ruqia, we are both ethnically Somali. I just happen to be proud of my nationality. I am also not an ethno-expansionist.
Be a proud Somalian, Ruqia 😊