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Congressman Donald Payne dead at 77

Congressman Donald Payne dead at 77

It is with great sadness and sorrow that we receive the news of congress Payne's passing. We extend our deepest sympathy to his family and supporters. America lost a great man today and the world, especially Africa will acutely feel his abscence. ...
End of the road for general Samater.

End of the road for general Samater.

For most Somalis general Samatar’s case brings raw emotions to the surface that go to ...
General Samater found liable for committing war crimes.

General Samater found liable for committing war crimes.

On February 23, 2012, former Somali General Mohamad Ali Samantar accepted liability befo...
IRI Releases New Survey of Somaliland Public Opinion

IRI Releases New Survey of Somaliland Public Opinion

Residents of Hargeisa District are largely optimistic about their future and credit the So...
Secretary Clinton calls on Al Shabaab to allow assitance in Somalia

Secretary Clinton calls on Al Shabaab to allow assitance in Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia, August 8 – As the crisis in the Horn of Africa continues, U.S. agenc...
 

Should Somaliland allow the formation of a Unionist Party? (A Response).

Should Somaliland allow the formation of a Unionist Party? (A Response). First and foremost let me start by acknowledging the obvious, Mr. Bashir Goth is one gifted writer who does not shy away from controversial issues and with his keen intel...
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An Outbreak of Autism, or a Statistical Fluke?

An Outbreak of Autism, or a Statistical Fluke?     WORRY- Idil Abdull, with her autistic son, Abdulahi, said some children were sent back to Somalia in hopes of easing their autism.  
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A Subtle, But Significant, Shift in U.S. Somali Policy Opens the Door to Realism

A Subtle, But Significant, Shift in U.S. Somali Policy Opens the Door to Realism Last Friday, speaking in New York to reporters one day after attending a major meeting on Somalia chaired by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon at the mar...
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VOA Interview on Egypt's revolution

VOA Interview on Egypt's revolution The chairman of East Africa Policy Institute Mr. Mahdi A. Gabose was interviewed by VOA on the quickly developing story in Egypt. President Mubarak's offer of leaving of...
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Awsome Beauty

One has to visit Somaliland to appreciate the variety of terrain and climate it offers for the wary traveler. The hospitality and the warmth of the people are legendary, and the abundant beauty the country side offers will take your breath away.
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Samantar vs. Yousuf 

 Judgment : REVERSED AND REMANDED, 9-0, in an opinion by Justice John Paul Stevens on June 1, 2010. Justice Alito filed a concurring opinion. Justice Thomas filed an opinion concurring in part and concurring in the judgment. Justice Scalia filed an opinion concurring in the judgment.

See all the filed briefs of the case against General Samantar