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Home On the evening of 28 June 2026, the Center for Democracy and Governance (CDG) convened the second session of the Somaliland State-Building Book Discussion Series/Tour at the CDG Dialogue Center in Hargeisa. The session brought together a diverse group of stakeholders (including academics, government officials, political party representatives, civil society leaders, and traditional elders)… Continue reading Somaliland State Building Book Session Discussion
Home Executive Summary – 4th May, 2026 The escalating Middle East crisis; the US/Israel–Iran war, the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping (has struck Somaliland with immediate and severe force. In the first quarter of 2026, government revenue fell by an estimated €55 million (30%), monthly inflation… Continue reading Crisis in the Middle East and Israel Recognition of Somaliland Policy Paper CDG
Home Executive Summary – 4th May, 2026 The escalating Middle East crisis; the US/Israel–Iran war, the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping (has struck Somaliland with immediate and severe force. In the first quarter of 2026, government revenue fell by an estimated €55 million (30%), monthly inflation… Continue reading POLICY BRIEF: UNDERSTANDING THE ONGOING CRISIS IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND IT’S POSSIBLE IMPLICATIONS FOR SOMALILAND
Home ADVANCING INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY IN SOMALILAND – A YEAR OF DIALOGUE, EMPOWERMENT, AND ACTION Acknowledgement As the Centre for Democracy and Governance (CDG) presents its 2025 Annual Report, we do so with profound gratitude for the collective effort that transformed this year’s vision into tangible achievement. The work documented within these pages – the Male… Continue reading 2025 Annual Report
Home This report, prepared by researchers for the Center for Democracy and Governance (CDG), examines the complex political status of Somaliland, a de facto state that has maintained internal sovereignty and a functioning democratic system for over three decades without formal international recognition. Central to Somaliland’s unique legal claim is the precise application of the… Continue reading SOMALILAND AMIDST GLOBAL REGIONAL POLITICS OF RECOGNITION – JAN 2026
Home As Somaliland’s president arrives in Addis Ababa tomorrow, eyes across the Horn of Africa are fixed on what could become a decisive moment in regional diplomacy. This is the first visit to Ethiopia since his election in November 2024, and it comes amid renewed debate over the controversial memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between… Continue reading Somaliland: A New Chapter in Regional Peace, Security, and Democratic Leadership
Home Executive Summary The recent historic announcement of Somaliland’s first official recognition by the State of Israel marks a transformational moment not only for Somaliland, but for the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea littoral, and the broader global community. This breakthrough reflects decades of Somaliland’s consistent commitment to peace, democratic governance, and responsible statehood.… Continue reading Somaliland: A New ChapterinRegional Peace,Security,andDemocraticLeadership
Home As Somaliland’s president arrives in Addis Ababa tomorrow, eyes across the Horn of Africa are fixed on what could become a decisive moment in regional diplomacy. This is the first visit to Ethiopia since his election in November 2024, and it comes amid renewed debate over the controversial memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between… Continue reading Reading Article – Somaliland, Ethiopia, and Somalia: The Shifting Politics Behind the Red Sea Access Deal
Home The 2026 Aspiring Candidates Platform, composed of over 450 prospective candidates from all regions of the Republic of Somaliland, expresses deep concern over the proposed plan to replace the current voter registration system especially at a time when the country is preparing for the upcoming local council and parliamentary elections. For the past 25… Continue reading PRESS RELEASE- ASPRING CANDEDATES PLATEFORM 06-08-2025-TODAY
Home CDG’s work in 2024 was strategically focused on three interconnected pillars – strengthening civic engagement, promoting electoral integrity, and fostering dialogue on democratization. These pillars formed the foundation of our programs and guided our interventions throughout the year. The following sub-sections provide a detailed account of our key activities and achievements under each of… Continue reading CDG Annual Report 2024
