President Behi releases opposition politicians

Hargeisa- The President of Somaliland released opposition politicians and two journalists detained on 9 June protests after a mediating committee implored their release ahead of talks.

Somaliland's renewed stalemate: the consequence of extensions, CPA reports

Hargeisa, the Centre for Policy Analysis issued a report about Somaliland's political stalemate.

SOMALILAND Absurd charges brought against three journalists imprisoned in Somaliland

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemns the surreal, trumped-up charges that a court in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland, brought on 9 May against three journalists who have been held since 13 April in connection with their coverage of a prison riot.

Somaliland: The ruling party and the opposition are at a standstill over the elections schedule

Hargeisa: The opposition parties of the Republic of Somaliland have accused the President of Somaliland, Muse Behi Abdi, of vying to remain in power indefinitely, an allegation rebuked by the ruling party leadership.

SONSAF's 'gatekeeper' role "can dilute the independence of civil society as observers," says International Election Observers

SONSAF's 'gatekeeper' role "can dilute the independence of civil society as observers," says International Election Observers.

Editorial: Coldoon promotes violence and intolerance

Hargeisa- Editorial- Abdimalik Muse Oldon (aka Cabdimaalik Muuse Coldoon), a former journalist, was arrested on Thursday from Burao town of Somaliland.

Somalia denies Somalis killed in Eritrea.

Hargeisa- The Information Minister of Somalia denied reports stating that Somali soldiers sent to Eritrea for training have been killed in Ethiopia's Tigray region.

Somaliland revokes all telecommunications licenses.

Hargeisa- The Minister of Telecommunications orders companies to request new licenses within 30 days.

Somaliland Trade Fair kicks off in Burao

Burao- Burao, the second largest city of Somaliland, hosts the 9th Trade Fair of Somaliland.

Somaliland: Human Rights Centre condemns the detention of 4 journalists in Borama

Hargeisa- Human rights advocacy group accused the government of harassing journalists.

Is Somaliland closer to elections?

Hargeisa- The National Electoral Commission proposed 31st May 2021 to hold long-awaited House of Representatives and local councils elections.

Heavy weight politicians support Peoples' Declaration, #BaaqShacab

Hargeisa- Heavy weight politicians in both camps expressed support for a declaration issued on 18 May by citizens.

Siyaasiyiin miisaan leh oo taageeray Baaq Shacab

Hargeysa- Ololaha shacabku wado ee Baaq Shacab ayaa taageero ka helay siyaasiyiin miisaan leh.

Somaliland prosecutes female singers and activist

Hargeisa- Human Rights Centre strongly condemns the detention and prosecution of two female singers who are in Hargeisa Central Police Station.

Baaq Shacab oo ay soo saareen muwaadiniin Somalilland

Hargeysa- muwaadiniin reer Somaliland ah oo degan gobolada dalka oo dhan ayaa maanta soo saaray Baaq Shacab oo ku beegan 18 May.

Somaliland: Peoples' Declaration

Hargeisa- Today signatories issued Peoples' Declaration marking the 29th anniversary of Somaliland.

Somaliland confirms first COVID-19 death

Hargeisa- The Ministry of Health confirmed that man died in Borama for COVID-19, making the first death recorded for the novel coronavirus.

Somaliland: government critics in jail

Hargeisa- The head of Waddani party in Awdal region joined two other government critics who are in detention.

Xaqdoon Law Firm: Legislative review of gender parity in politics and leadership in Somaliland

Hargeisa- A leading law firm reviews to study legislations pertinent to gender equality to pinpoint challenges and opportunities.

Somaliland and COVID-19: Is the government doing it right? Editorial

Hargeisa- Editorial- There are only six confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Somaliland, according to the Director General of the Ministry of Health.

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