Category: Event Reports

Home The “Citizens’ Expectations Towards the House of Representatives Elected in 2021” report, initiated by the Somaliland Dialogue Working Group (SDWG), captures insights from an October 2023 participatory meeting aimed at enhancing the relationship between citizens and their elected MPs. The event provided a platform for Somaliland’s public to express their expectations, engage in dialogue… Continue reading Citizens’ Expectations Towards the House of Representatives Elected in 2021: October 2023 Dialogue by SDWG

Home Somaliland’s shift from a clan-based political structure to multiparty democracy aimed to foster inclusivity and broaden political representation. However, this transition introduced hurdles, particularly in ensuring fair representation across clans and increasing women’s participation in governance. While the multiparty system granted women the right to vote and run for office, their representation remains minimal,… Continue reading Somaliland Elections: Challenges in Achieving Inclusive Representation

Home On August 23, 2024, the Somaliland Center for Democracy and Governance (CDG) and GOLE-KEEN Forum hosted a pivotal dialogue titled “Challenges Hindering Political Parties in Somaliland: Democracy or Clannism” in Hargeisa, Somaliland. The forum brought together panelists and over 150 participants, including political representatives, civil society members, academics, and government officials, to discuss the… Continue reading Public Engagement Dialogue Report: Navigating Clannism and Democracy in Somaliland’s Political Landscape

Home This report by CDG explores the strategic Ethio-Somaliland Red Sea Agreement signed on January 1, 2024, focusing on its political, economic, and security benefits. The agreement, formed between Ethiopia and Somaliland, underscores mutual advantages in areas like international recognition, economic integration, and regional stability. Somaliland Recognition: The agreement serves as a significant step toward… Continue reading Assessing Mutual Benefits in the Ethio-Somaliland Red Sea Agreement: The Diplomatic Dance