Official Twitter Account of the Director-General of the Ministry of Planning and National Development. Former DG of Foreign Affairs and Int. Cooperation.
First, I would like to thank the hundreds of Somalilanders at home and abroad, and the other prominent Somaliland supporters from around the world who congratulated me in my new role as the Director-General at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation.
The elevation of Somaliland’s Diplomatic Office in Addis Sabba to the status of an Embassy underscores Ethiopia’s steadfast commitment to the MOU signed on 1 January between Somaliland and Ethiopia.
This is also the first diplomatic signal that Ethiopia will honour its MOU with
Today marks 31 anniversary when SNM forces attacked Burco City. It was Friday morning, 27 May 1988. I vividly remember the indiscriminate bombardment, shellings, and mass killings of government forces to civilian people. I will always remember the SNM heroes who took arms
Congratulations to Somaliland govt for officially completing the construction of the first 12 KMs of Berbera Corridor Road.
Thanks to the funding from Abu Dhabi Development Fund, UAE.
This road is strategically important for the economic development of
#Somaliland
.
Mohamd Samatar, one of the ministers of Siyad's dictatorial regime who was part of th group that orchestrated the 1988 genocide in Hargesa and Burco, has unequivocally stated that S/lia will again wage war against the people of Sland.
He is one of th closest advisors of farmajo
I would like to thank the many British MPs that have taken the time at the end of their day to debate the recognition of Somaliland. Especial thanks to
@GavinWilliamson
for bringing the motion to the
@House
of Commons, and his passionate speech on Somaliland Recognition.
This MoU signed by the President Bihi and PM Abiy is a huge agreemeent of a historic proportion. It is a game changer, and will transform SL and Ethiopia for decades to come.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland on State visit to Ethiopia. President Biihi and his delegation were recieved by Dr. Akilo HaileMecheal, Ethiopia's State Minister on Foreign Affairs.
Congratulations to the Somaliland Armed Forces and their families for the 28th anniversary of their establishment. We thank you for your service, and we are forever grateful!
Somaliland government and its people have tried consistently to engage with Somalia’s failed leaders and politicians in peaceful and fraternal negotiations. Despite so many attempts, no fruitful results have been achieved.
What Somaliland has done now is the best diplomatic
The re-establishment of the state in former Italian Somalia must acknowledge that the old justification for the creation of the illegal Republic is no longer relevant. Somaliland has reclaimed its sovereignty, Djibouti is an independent state unwilling to relinquish its statehood
Somaliland is people's project, and any major decission affecting its polity should be approved by its people. The only way that a President from Somalia can set a foot in Hargeisa is offering full recognition to Sland. I have a full confidence to President Biihi on this matter.
I have been closely following Sland's former President speeches for the last 29 yrs, and I have to admit that
President Biihi
@musebiihi
's speech to the house of Parliament will be remembered as one of the historic speeches.
The President highlighted several milestone issues.
It was an absolute privilege to attend the hand-over ceremony as the incoming DG at the Ministry of the Environment & Climate Change. I believe that climate change is the most pressing issue facing our country today.
Happy Independence Day to all my fellow Somalilanders.
Uniting with Italian Somalia was the greatest historical mistake that our grandfathers did.
That mistake was corrected on 18 May, 1991.
Your suggestions lacked political sincerity and foresight. In light of this, I would like to bring to your attention three upcoming events that will significantly impact the future of Somaliland and will make many people, including you, sleepless for many years to come.
1. The
In 2021, I met Somaliland’s interior minister, Kahin, in Nairobi. I told him that SL has only two choices: 1) renegotiate reunion deal with FGS; 2) face the same fate as Nagorno Karabakh. His answer was kam shufnaa maraakiib. Then Las Anod happened and sucked the kam shufnaa up!
I have been travelling to the major cities in Sland from Saylac to Erigavo to Lascanood for the last 30 days for both personal and professional assignment.
The first thing that impressed me was how some local governments improved dramatically, particularly Saylac, Oodweyne, Berb
H.E Shukri Haji Ismail Mohamoud’s participation at
#COP28
marks a significant moment for the Republic of
#Somaliland
as she collaborates with global nations, actively discussing essential strategies to combat climate change.
Minister’s Shukri’s presence at
#COP28
underscores
Massive congratulations to my friend Mohamed Barawani who has successfully defended his PH.D dissertation.
Mohamed is a brilliant researcher, great thinker, diehard Somalilander and above all, a wonderful human being.
It was a great honour to welcome Somaliland friends from USA. The delegation includes, William E. Ward, a retired United States Army Four-Star General, Amb.
@TiborPNagyJr
, Amb. John P. Pham, and Joshua Meservey, from Heritage Foundation.
While I was going through my archives, I have come across Hassan Essa’s historical paper “ Somaliland: On the Restoration of its Sovereignty and Independence”. I have received the paper from my late cousin Ahmed Egal on 20 December, 2000,
The contrasting roles of Somaliland and Somalia intellectuals in the political history of the Horn of Africa have been well-documented in the history books of contemporary Horn of Africa.
The contributions of Somaliland intellectuals are significant and multifaceted. They were
The National Support Committee for the victims of Waaheen Market appointed by the President, said in a preliminary report that the assets destroyed in Waheen Market range from $ 1.5 Billion to $ 2 Billion. The National Committee has also shared new Bank accounts for donations.
This is the real evidence that characterises why the elite in Somalia is always in a bubble or out of touch with the political reality that has been prevailing in the Horn of Africa for the last 32 years.
The time for wishful thinking and fantasy ideas is over. Hawiye elite need
If
#Ethiopia
recognizes
#Somaliland
, it will be considered a “nuclear option” by
#Somalia
. In retaliation,
#Mogadishu
will invoke its own nuclear option, to which Addis is extremely vulnerable to, given its deep & multiple internal crisis + regional problems w/
#Eritrea
&
#Egypt
Historical program from Jonathon Birchill of BBC in Somaliland , July 1991.
The program reminds us how far we have managed our affairs with very limited resources.
Late Fuadan Adan Cade, Saleeban Mohamoud Adan and Ali Khalif Galaydh are on the progr.
As the parliamentary and L. Council elections approch, I would like to pay tribute to Prof Amb
@iqbalau_
, who was among the first Int. Observers on Sland's Constitutional Referendum in May, 2001.
Below is a historical video clip of Prof Iqbal, with full crop of hair.
Thousands of Somaliland citizens take to Hargeisa streets to welcome their President HE Musa Bihi Abdi, who has completed a very successful diplomatic trip to the United States.
Very saddened to hear the death of Muj Seyid. He sacrificed his confortable life to fight against Siyad Bare despite the fact that he was born and raised in Tanzania.
He contributed alot to Sland's press freedom and, was part of the first Sland Police establishment in 1990s.
My condolences to all family, friends and Somaliland for the sudden death of my brother/ Causin Ahmed Mohamed Ibrahim Egal, who has just passed away in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Ahmed was a great SNM veteran activist in London in 1980s and Saudia Arabia.
I was impressed with Ahmed Yassin Sh Ayaanle’s eloquent, articulate and oratory skills during the BBC Friday Afternoon debate program. Ahmed’s Yassin magniloquence skill reminds me of the great and the extraordinary political orators that this great country has produced.
Thread on farmajo’s enmity.
Farmajo’s animosity towards Sland people has been consistent for the last 40 yrs.
First, he has unequivocally stated in his poor Master’s thesis that the death of 100000 people in Hargeisa and buro was merely " casualties of crossfire ".
The Inside-Out or Outside-In? Building Peace and States in the Horn of Africa conference organised by the renowned Brenthurst Foundation will officially open today in Hargeisa, Somaliland. President Musa Biihi Abdi will have a keynote speech at the Conference.
#BrenthurstinSL
I am devastated to hear the passing of Ibrahim Haji Abdilahi Diiriye (GamGam), a dear elder friend of mine and one of my closest mentors.
Mr. Ibrahim was in the Amoud Secondary School's class of 1960. He attended the University of Manchester in the UK.
The discussions on the MOU regarding fairness and clarity are matters between Somaliland and Ethiopia. There is no room for external parties, particularly Somalians, to create confusion and propagate against the significance of the MOU.
President Biihi has provided a clear
Today, I had the honour to participate 'Global Virtual Conference on commemorating past
#genocides
’, organised by Liberation War Museum. I've presented a paper about “When the State Kills its Citizens: the Case of Somalia Military Government Against the Somaliland People”
Abukor, every argument that you have raised against Somaliland and its history contains several inaccuracies and is a clear testament to your animosity towards Somaliland.
Thread.
@MDuale1
3 days later am still waiting for you to back up you accusation. I gave you the benefit of doubt till I realized you been posting. Am afraid such false accusation only undermines your credibility& subsequently your cause-
#Somaliland
.
*No need to burn bridges.
@EdnaAdan
The reality that Somaliland and Italian Somalia were two separate countries that achieved independence from their respective colonial rulers is not an opinion but a historical fact.
It is also a historical fact that the legislatures of the two countries approved two different
On this day, 1 August, 1996 Somali hero General Mohamed Farah Aidid has passed away in Mogadusho. He will be always be remembered as the hero who liberated Mogadisho from the evil dictator Siyad Bare.
Mujaahid Ibrahim Dhagaweyne ayaa VOA u sheegay inaanu Farmajo iman karin Magaalada Hargeisa. Wuxuu sheegay inaan weli laga heshiin boqolaalkii kun ee qof ee lagu xasuuqay magaaloyinka Burco iyo Hargeiaa. Isla markaana cid keeni kartaa aanay jirin.
I'm very pleased to hear about the successful completion of Phase I of the Hargeisa Water Expansion project. The Somaliland Gov under the leadership of President
@musebiihi
is committed to providing Hargeisa residents clean, safe, & avoidable water.
#Hargeisawater
#Somaliland
Somaliland’s sovereignty is based upon historical, legal and political foundations that came from the colonial era and the division of Africa into defined territories with recognized political and legal jurisdiction. But your claim has no historical or political foundation but is
Ignorance or arrogance? Somaliland lecturing the UNSC on adherence to international law and African Union charter is the epitome of absurdity. Somaliland’s leaders must understand that the bloody aggression to force secession must stop.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland His Excellency, Musa Bihi Abdi will shortly today commence his USA Visit with a historical speech
@Heritage
Foundation.
As we celebrate the 30 anniversary of Somaliland's restoration of soveriegnty, lets rememember our SNM heroes; our peace loving elders, our political leaders, our women- who had contributed to the Somaliland that we have today.
Long life
#Somaliland
#Somalilandis30years
Huge congratulations to Somaliland's opposition parties who secured 52 out of the 82 seats of House of Representatives.
Kudos to Somaliland President and NEC for holding such successful, free and fair election.
#Somalilandelection2021
Tribute to Somaliland Traditional Elders…
#18MAY2020
Somaliland recovered its sovereignty after defeating the army of the Siyad Barre dictatorship and evicting it from its territory in 1991. Thread 1/n
Throwback: Introducing Dr. Rebecca to Professor Teamu, during Rebecca's book launch " Understanding Statebuilding: Traditional Governance and the Modern State in Somaliland" at Common Wealth Society Hall in Bristol, in 2017.
In 1988, Siad Bare concluded a deal with his counterpart Mengist to defeat his political opponents.On the contrary, this backfired and strengtened SNM. In 2018, Farmajo follows Siad Bare's footsteps: concluding a deal with Ethiopia to suppress his political opponents.
@yGabobe
Today, I handed-over the office of the Director General at the Ministry of MFA & IC to the incoming DG. I would like to thank the amazing staff at the Ministry. I wish the incoming DG the best of luck.
It is a with a profound sadness to hear the passing of Abdikadir Hashi Elmi, owner of Maansoor Hotels.
Abdikadir will be remembered as a great visionary business leader and true son of S/land.
My sincere condolences to Mr. Abdikadir's entire Hashi family.
May Allah bless him.
While Somalia’s political elite was engaged in expressing their ill-fated opinion regarding the Somaliland-Ethiopia Naval base, the political elite of Somaliland is still preoccupied with domestic political matters and international travel commitments. What a tragedy!
Somaliland's greatest poet, Mohamed Warsame Hadrawi has passed away today in Hargeisa, R. Somaliland. Hadrawi will not be only remembered by his poems, but also his great role in Somaliland's struggle against Siyad Bare. He was a brave freedom fighter.
May Allah bless him.
The Somaliland-Taiwan Partnership: A New Frontier in De Facto State Diplomacy? . An interesting analysis by the eminent Professor of De facto States, Prof Scott Pegg from Indiana University–Purdue University
Today, I have officially opened the first of a series of trainings on Environmental governance aimed at improving the capacity of the staff and authorities of MOECC, held at MOECC Hall.
@MoERD_jsl
Gérard Prunier's latest academic contribution to Somaliland is a great addition to Somaliland studies. It follows in the footsteps of previous outstanding research contributions from Prof
@iqbalau_
, Prof
@DrSarahPhillips
and Dr. Rebecca
@rlrichar
.
It is a must read book.
Faysal;s assertion lacks proper references and evidence, making it easily described as unsubstantiated.
However, I want to highlight a notable trend among Somali elites who always distort history and propagate against Somaliland. Interestingly, many of these individuals,
Short of drastic steps taken by Somalia, including but not limited, to inviteing friendly countries with navy capabilities, the PP -Somaliland MOU could potentially undermine Somalia's soveroeghnity. In 1994, the late Mohamed Haji Ibrahim Egal, first president of Somaliland,
@M_H_Ingiriis
Ahmed Mohamed Hassan is a hero not only to Somaliland people but among all peace-loving Somali people. He will always be remembered as a brave man who refused to take part in the genocide against the people in Somaliland. I salute you both of you Mohamed
@M_H_Ingiriis
The distribution of $1.8M cash to the worst affected victims of
#HargeisaMarketFire
by the Government of Somaliland is a timely and much needed intervention. This will revive the busted economy and will laid the foundation to a full economic recovery. Great Job by
@hargeisafire1
Happy 18 May Anniversary to all my fellow Somaliland Citizens. 18 May is a day that reminds me of how blessed I am to be Somaliland citizen and how grateful I am for the all the people that made it possible.
Abdiwahab's personnel hate towards Sland reminds me Shakespear's Henry VI: Act IV, scene 2, where Abduwahab acts as a Jack Cade- stupid demogogue who is used by Machiavellian aristocrats or mercenery govts but in his self-conceit, he thinks sovereignty is his birthright.
Farmajo’s assertion that what happened in the north ( R. Somaliland) was merely bad thing as well as his avoidance of the words ‘ atrocities and genocide’ is a clear testament that his government is not ready for any meaningful talks.
#Somaliland
, this is NOT an apology:
1)
@M_Farmaajo
calls it "the bad thing that happened", avoiding to explicitly use the word genocide.
2) In a bizarre move, he asks SNM & USC to apologise for taking up arms against his uncle!!
3) Why did it take him 3 YEARS to bring it up?
Standing from right: M. Faroole, Dayib Gurey and Aden Saleban. Sitting from left: Mohamed Kahin and Aden Shiine. Those men are my heroes, and history would always remember them for their role in liberating Somalia from Dictator Siyad Bare.
@thebhlub
@M_H_Ingiriis
@GuledWiliq
I commend Somaliland govt and DP World for the impressive multi-purpose project at Berbera port. Thanks to UAE for the repairing and expanding Berbera Int. Airport as well as the huge road construction b/w Berbera and Wajaale.
Somaliland is rising!
Progress continues at pace on our multi-purpose port project at Berbera, Somaliland. With a 400 metre quay and 250,000 square metre yard extension, our latest time-lapse footage shows just how far the Port of Berbera has come.
#SmartTrade
Happy Eid Adha to all Muslims around the World, particularly my fellow
#Somalilanders
.
May Allah bring you joy, peace, happiness and prosperity on this blessed occasion.
Somaliland appreciates the crucial British investment on the strategic port of Berbera in Somaliland.
Somaliland is a reliable partner for investment in the Horn of Africa and geostrategic location for a major regional trade and logistics hub.
This week, we were proud to be part of an important milestone to inaugurate the Berbera Economic Zone, joining
@DP_World
and the Somaliland Government. It will provide a vital economic boost to Somaliland and support growth in the broader Horn of Africa region.
WorldRemit founder Ismail Ahmed launches Sahamiye Foundation to tackle Somaliland's development challenges and unlock entrepreneurial potential.
Ismail will seek to commit $500 million of his own wealth and investments...
Albert Einstein once defined insanity as doing the samething over and over again, but expecting different results.The true reflection of the political discourse of Humpty Dumpty!
Finally, I would like to thank the President of the Republic, H.E. Musa Bihi
@musebiihi
who allowed me to serve this great nation that I love very much.
Today marks the 38 anniversary when students in Hargeisa took to the streets to protest against injustice and oppresion, particularly against the death sentencing of UFFO group- a group of young professionals volunteering and helping Hargeisa group hospital.
What are your three best favourite books on Somaliland?
My favourite books are:
1.Somaliland: An African Struggle for Nationhood and International Recognition, by Prof Iqbal, 2009.
2. Status and (Human Rights) Obligations of Non-Recognized De Facto Regimes in Int. Law.
Congratulations to all graduates from
@AbaarsoSchool
across US Universities.
This is a great testament of Somaliland's 29 yrs of achievements and progress. Equally, it is a great indication of Abaarso's educational excellence and quality.
SL's future is brightier than ever.
Hypothetically, if all states that recognize Somalia withdraw their recognition today, SLia would never be able to fulfill the criteria of statehood as mentioned in Article 1 of Montevideo Convention.
Somalia has only de jure sovereignty, but Sland has empirical sovereignty.
H.E President
@M_Farmaajo
hosted China's Amb. to Somalia Mr. Qin Jian at Villa Somalia and welcomed China’s support for Somalia's unity and sovereignty. On his part, President Farmaajo guaranteed China, Somalia's unyielding respect for its sovereignty and territorial Integrity.
The late Amb. Mohamoud Salah Fagadhe, Somaliland's former Foreign Minister giving an interview to Aljazeera in1998.Amb Fagadhe was one of the most gifted diplomats that S/land has ever produced.
A diplomat who was both well-verssed in Arabic and English.
Buuba's notion reminds me Jasper Carlen's misleading piece of" Third way option for S/lia and Sland in 2013."
Our response was: " The only option for Sland is full independent statehood and sovereignty."
Let me repeat it again " full independent statehood and sovereignty."
Two states federation of Somaliland and Somalia under the new name of "United Somali Republic" with actionable devolution of power to regional entities, could terminate the secessionist narrative in Somaliland, as well as the anarchic nihilism of multi-governments in Somalia.
As per diplomatic sources, Hassan Sh Mohamoud asked IGAD to include their statement in an article that says any arrangement Ethiopia wants should be consented to by him. This statement contradicts his proverbial fake political aphorism “ Not An Incht”, and it is evident that he
If you care for the truth.
IGAD extraordinary summit in Kampala was called by Somalia to condemn Ethiopia-Somaliland MoU.
80 per cent of proceeding devoted to Sudan.
No explicit language condemning Ethiopia or Somaliland. Simply reiteration of IGAD normative principles.
The Somaliland Gov welcomes President Biden’s signing of the NDAA into law. This is huge victory for Somaliland, the US and the Free World. President Bihi’s effort to improve relations with the US is bearing fruit. Well-done to Ambassador Bashir Goth & MOFA team.
President Biden has signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) allowing
#Somaliland
to participate in US military programs. US Govt finally starting to recognize reality - “the little country that can” is a potential valuable partner!
Received a copy of Professor Masoud’s SHARIA, INSHA ALLAH. I was one of the first who received
@ProfMassoud
during his first visit to S/land. I vividly remember how passionate he was about his research on S/land legal politics.
Looking forward to reading this massive research
This is the largest investment project ever in
#Somaliland
. It will definitely improve the economic of development of Somaliland.
Congratulations to the people of Somaliland, their President
@musebiihi
and
@ssulayem
for implementing this huge project.
This brings
@DPWorldUAE
investment in
#BerberaPort
to $900m-expansion will make it the largest & most modern commercial port & free trade hub in Africa. That doesn't include building of highway to Ethiopia, and knock on investments inenergy, logistics, hotels, etc..Game Changer.
It is with great sadness to hear about the death of Sheikh Mohamoud Muhumed Suufi.
Sheikh Mohamoud Muhumed Suufi was one of the leading religious scholars in the Somali-speaking region. He passed away yesterday in Hargeisa at the age of 100.
He has taught Quran and Tafsiir to
Congratulations to the new Speaker of the House of Representatives of Somaliland, Hon Faraton, on being elected today to lead the esteemed legislative body.
I'm sure that his leadership will play a crucial role in the political stability and development of the nation.
To Somalilanders, please do pray for me and held me to account. Let me assure you that in my time at the Ministry, my team and I will focus on building a strong and credible institution that delivers for the taxpayers.
This extension project by
@DP_World
in Berbera Port is a key to economic development for Somaliland and the Horn of Africa region. It will improve both the volume and the efficiency of the port.
#Somaliland
-UAE relationship is now stronger and more broadly based than ever.
We have just completed a 400m quay and a new extension at Berbera Port, Somaliland. Once operational, it will increase the terminal’s capacity by 500,000 TEUs per year, and will further strengthen Berbera as a major regional trade hub servicing the Horn of Africa.
A Leaderless Struggle for Democracy by Freedom House puts Somaliland the 49 countries who are classified as 'partly free' at par with Kenya and above both Ethiopia and Djibouti.
The report puts Somalia among the worst 10 for political and civil rights.
Amb
@NBerlangaEU
has crossed the diplomatic line. His words do not reflect the reality on the ground.
First, Somaliland should summon him and hand over to him a diplomatic note protesting his remarks.
Second, if he does not apologise, he should be declared a persona non grata.
President
@Musebihi
’s annual constitutional address to the joint House of the Parliament was comprehensive and addressed a wide range of important issues. The President spoke on: