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Somaliland: A New ChapterinRegional Peace,Security,andDemocraticLeadership

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

Reading Article – Somaliland, Ethiopia, and Somalia: The Shifting Politics Behind the Red Sea Access Deal

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

PRESS RELEASE- ASPRING CANDEDATES PLATEFORM 06-08-2025-TODAY

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

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE FORUM FOR CANDIDATES AND STAKEHOLDERS OF THE SCHEDULED 2026 ELECTIONS

Home Today, a significant political milestone was achieved with the official launch of the ‘Forum for Candidates and Stakeholders of the Scheduled 2026 Elections’ in Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland. This forum serves as an inclusive platform aimed at fostering collaboration, dialogue, and coordinated efforts to ensure that the upcoming elections in 2026 take place on… Continue reading ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE FORUM FOR CANDIDATES AND STAKEHOLDERS OF THE SCHEDULED 2026 ELECTIONS

Qabashada Doorashooyinka Golaha Wakiiladda iyo Degmooyinka Somaliland ee 2026

Home Xarunta Dimuqraadiyadda iyo Maamulwanaaga (CDG) waxay aad uga walaacsan tahay suurtagalnimada dib-u-dhac ku yimaadda doorashooyinka Wakiiladda iyo Golayaasha Deegaanka ee Somaliland oo la qorsheeyay inay qabsoomaan bisha May 2026. Doorashooyinka oo si waqtiyeysan iyo hufan loo qabto waa lama huraan si loo xoojiyo hanaanka dimuqraadiyadeed ee Somaliland iyo si muwaadiniintu u helaan xuquuqdooda siyaasadeed.… Continue reading Qabashada Doorashooyinka Golaha Wakiiladda iyo Degmooyinka Somaliland ee 2026

Urgent Call for Timely Conduct of the 2026 Somaliland Parliamentary and Local Council Elections The Centre

Home For Democratic Governance (CDG) is deeply concerned about the potential delay of the upcoming Somaliland parliamentary and local council elections scheduled for May 2026. Timely and credible elections are critical to strengthening Somaliland’s democratization process and ensuring the political rights of its citizens. Historically, Somaliland elections have faced repeated delays beyond their constitutional timelines,… Continue reading Urgent Call for Timely Conduct of the 2026 Somaliland Parliamentary and Local Council Elections The Centre

POST ELECTION REPORT- SOMALILAND PRESIDENTIAL AND POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS ELECTIONS.

Home Executive Summary Introduction: The 2024 Presidential and Political Organization Elections in Somaliland marked a historic moment, reinforcing the country’s commitment to democratic governance despite complex challenges. The election, held on November 13, 2024, served as a critical test of Somaliland’s electoral system and political resilience, following controversies surrounding the extension of President Muse Bihi… Continue reading POST ELECTION REPORT- SOMALILAND PRESIDENTIAL AND POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS ELECTIONS.

Reevaluating-and-Realigning-United-States-Foreign-Aid-A-Focus-on-Africa-and-Somaliland.

Home The United States government is undergoing a significant reevaluation of its foreign aid policies to adapt to the evolving geopolitical landscape. For the past 40 years, U.S. foreign assistance programs have remained relatively static, failing to address emerging global challenges effectively. With China’s growing influence in Africa through extensive infrastructure investments and economic partnerships,… Continue reading Reevaluating-and-Realigning-United-States-Foreign-Aid-A-Focus-on-Africa-and-Somaliland.

PRE-ELECTION ASSESSMENT REPORT

Home This report summarizes the recently completed pre-election conducted by CDG during the month of May, 2021. The main objectives of the assessment were to assess the pre-conditions for a free and fair credible local and parliamentary election process, to engage in dialogue with key stakeholders on the process – the NEC, the EU, political… Continue reading PRE-ELECTION ASSESSMENT REPORT

ORGANIZED CRIME IN SOMALIA

Home This report summarizes the findings and discussions of the recently conducted assessment for “Organized Crimes in Somaliland.” The assessment was conducted during the month of September 2021. The assessment was conducted by CDG and was a self-funding assessment. The objective of the study or assessment is to get information of the Organized Crimes in… Continue reading ORGANIZED CRIME IN SOMALIA