Sharmake
@maydhalalis.bsky.social
🇮🇪 & 🇬🇧 Coordinator for the WADDANI National Party in Somaliland + Pure unfiltered Political Commentary from The Horn of Africa! All views are solely my own.
By their logic, since extremist groups exploit Christianity for propaganda, should we call on all Christians to abandon their faith?
The fact that extremist groups like Al Shabab see Somaliland as an enemy should strengthen, not weaken Somaliland’s case for re-recognition.
The fact that extremist groups like Al Shabab see Somaliland as an enemy should strengthen, not weaken Somaliland’s case for re-recognition.
Locals and analysts say reported plan to forcibly move Palestinians from Gaza to Somaliland risks inflaming the region.
Somaliland recognition for forced transfer of Palestinians? ‘Not worth it’
Locals and analysts say reported plan to forcibly move Palestinians from Gaza to Somaliland risks inflaming the region.
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September 8, 2025 at 7:08 PM
By their logic, since extremist groups exploit Christianity for propaganda, should we call on all Christians to abandon their faith?
The fact that extremist groups like Al Shabab see Somaliland as an enemy should strengthen, not weaken Somaliland’s case for re-recognition.
The fact that extremist groups like Al Shabab see Somaliland as an enemy should strengthen, not weaken Somaliland’s case for re-recognition.
Something big is coming for Somaliland’s university students!
The #Somaliland National Essay Prize will challenge you to explore pressing national issues through critical thinking and academic rigour.
The #Somaliland National Essay Prize will challenge you to explore pressing national issues through critical thinking and academic rigour.
August 2, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Something big is coming for Somaliland’s university students!
The #Somaliland National Essay Prize will challenge you to explore pressing national issues through critical thinking and academic rigour.
The #Somaliland National Essay Prize will challenge you to explore pressing national issues through critical thinking and academic rigour.
“Recognition is on the horizon” for the Republic of Somaliland!
~ President Abdirahman Irro ~
~ President Abdirahman Irro ~
Exclusive: Somaliland president says recognition of state ‘on the horizon’ following Trump talks
The breakaway territory’s independence has never been internationally recognised. Insiders say recent US overtures are encouraging – but the consequences could be inflammatory in the tinderbox region
www.theguardian.com
May 30, 2025 at 11:12 AM
“Recognition is on the horizon” for the Republic of Somaliland!
~ President Abdirahman Irro ~
~ President Abdirahman Irro ~
The President of the Republic of #Somaliland personally handed the President of the Republic of #Kenya a formal letter requesting Re-Recognition.
Somaliland 🤝 Kenya
Somaliland 🤝 Kenya
May 30, 2025 at 7:50 AM
The President of the Republic of #Somaliland personally handed the President of the Republic of #Kenya a formal letter requesting Re-Recognition.
Somaliland 🤝 Kenya
Somaliland 🤝 Kenya
President Abdirahman Irro inaugurated the new #Somaliland mission in #Kenya today, signalling a diplomatic coup, following earlier statements from the Kenyan FM!
President Irro stated in his address that President Ruto extended a warm welcome to his delegation at the Kenyan state House.
President Irro stated in his address that President Ruto extended a warm welcome to his delegation at the Kenyan state House.
May 29, 2025 at 2:38 PM
President Abdirahman Irro inaugurated the new #Somaliland mission in #Kenya today, signalling a diplomatic coup, following earlier statements from the Kenyan FM!
President Irro stated in his address that President Ruto extended a warm welcome to his delegation at the Kenyan state House.
President Irro stated in his address that President Ruto extended a warm welcome to his delegation at the Kenyan state House.
The Republic of Somaliland turns 65!
Join us on Thursday 26th June 2025 in Central London for Somaliland’s Sapphire Jubilee Independence Day Banquet, a night of elegance, heritage & history.
£100 per ticket – very limited availability
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/somaliland...
Join us on Thursday 26th June 2025 in Central London for Somaliland’s Sapphire Jubilee Independence Day Banquet, a night of elegance, heritage & history.
£100 per ticket – very limited availability
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/somaliland...
April 24, 2025 at 6:21 PM
The Republic of Somaliland turns 65!
Join us on Thursday 26th June 2025 in Central London for Somaliland’s Sapphire Jubilee Independence Day Banquet, a night of elegance, heritage & history.
£100 per ticket – very limited availability
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/somaliland...
Join us on Thursday 26th June 2025 in Central London for Somaliland’s Sapphire Jubilee Independence Day Banquet, a night of elegance, heritage & history.
£100 per ticket – very limited availability
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/somaliland...
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My latest article for #Somaliland Chronicle somalilandchronicle.com/2025/04/18/s...
Somalia’s War on Somaliland: What’s Next?
In September 2023, amidst the conflict in Las Anod, I warned President Hassan Sheikh of Somalia against granting Federal State membership to the city of Las Anod—a region integral to Somaliland and pr...
somalilandchronicle.com
April 19, 2025 at 6:20 AM
My latest article for #Somaliland Chronicle somalilandchronicle.com/2025/04/18/s...
More evidence emerging of #Somalia arming militias in #Somaliland to fuel instability in the Horn of #Africa!
These weapons & ammunition were Sent by Somalian Prime Minister Hamza to militias in Eastern Sool & were seized by Somaliland Forces in Southern Sanaag.
These weapons & ammunition were Sent by Somalian Prime Minister Hamza to militias in Eastern Sool & were seized by Somaliland Forces in Southern Sanaag.
April 19, 2025 at 9:12 AM
More evidence emerging of #Somalia arming militias in #Somaliland to fuel instability in the Horn of #Africa!
These weapons & ammunition were Sent by Somalian Prime Minister Hamza to militias in Eastern Sool & were seized by Somaliland Forces in Southern Sanaag.
These weapons & ammunition were Sent by Somalian Prime Minister Hamza to militias in Eastern Sool & were seized by Somaliland Forces in Southern Sanaag.
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“China, Iran, and Russia are watching with eagle eyes. They are hoping that Western nations miss a crucial opportunity to fill a vacuum”, writes Conservative MP Gavin Williamson
🗣️ The time to recognise Somaliland is now — before it’s too late
www.politics.co.uk/mp-comment/2...
🗣️ The time to recognise Somaliland is now — before it’s too late
www.politics.co.uk/mp-comment/2...
The time to recognise Somaliland is now — before it’s too late
The worldwide recognition of Somaliland cannot be ignored for even a second longer. Somalia is a failed state. The president is already proving a liability — failing to combat terrorism, lawlessness o...
www.politics.co.uk
April 9, 2025 at 7:21 AM
“China, Iran, and Russia are watching with eagle eyes. They are hoping that Western nations miss a crucial opportunity to fill a vacuum”, writes Conservative MP Gavin Williamson
🗣️ The time to recognise Somaliland is now — before it’s too late
www.politics.co.uk/mp-comment/2...
🗣️ The time to recognise Somaliland is now — before it’s too late
www.politics.co.uk/mp-comment/2...
According to the Deputy Secretary for State Christopher Landau, the U.S. is “looking into” cutting aid to the Failed State of Somalia, as well as Somaliland hosting an American base in Berbera!
April 6, 2025 at 8:12 AM
According to the Deputy Secretary for State Christopher Landau, the U.S. is “looking into” cutting aid to the Failed State of Somalia, as well as Somaliland hosting an American base in Berbera!
During his visit to the #UAE, the President of #Somaliland Abdirahman Cirro championed a bold vision of trade over aid.
Meeting with Mr. Sultan Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, the President highlighted Somaliland’s strategic potential and investment opportunities.
Meeting with Mr. Sultan Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, the President highlighted Somaliland’s strategic potential and investment opportunities.
February 15, 2025 at 12:20 PM
During his visit to the #UAE, the President of #Somaliland Abdirahman Cirro championed a bold vision of trade over aid.
Meeting with Mr. Sultan Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, the President highlighted Somaliland’s strategic potential and investment opportunities.
Meeting with Mr. Sultan Al Mansouri, Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, the President highlighted Somaliland’s strategic potential and investment opportunities.
1/3 President @Abdirahmanirro addressed the @WorldGovSummit alongside Chairman @ssulayem of @DP_World!
The President stated his wish to have a trade & transit agreement in place with Somaliland’s friendly neighbour Ethiopia before the end of the year.
www.worldgovernmentssummit.org/live
The President stated his wish to have a trade & transit agreement in place with Somaliland’s friendly neighbour Ethiopia before the end of the year.
www.worldgovernmentssummit.org/live
February 11, 2025 at 7:59 AM
1/3 President @Abdirahmanirro addressed the @WorldGovSummit alongside Chairman @ssulayem of @DP_World!
The President stated his wish to have a trade & transit agreement in place with Somaliland’s friendly neighbour Ethiopia before the end of the year.
www.worldgovernmentssummit.org/live
The President stated his wish to have a trade & transit agreement in place with Somaliland’s friendly neighbour Ethiopia before the end of the year.
www.worldgovernmentssummit.org/live
The President of #Somaliland, will attend the World Government Summit in the #UAE, where he will address an audience of over 30 world leaders and 6,000 guests on global challenges & opportunities.
February 10, 2025 at 4:07 PM
The President of #Somaliland, will attend the World Government Summit in the #UAE, where he will address an audience of over 30 world leaders and 6,000 guests on global challenges & opportunities.
H.E. President Abdirahman Irro returned from his official state visit to the #UAE.
The delegation returned, reporting agreements reached with the UAE, while the Foreign Minister announced that senior UAE govt. officials will soon visit #Somaliland.
The delegation returned, reporting agreements reached with the UAE, while the Foreign Minister announced that senior UAE govt. officials will soon visit #Somaliland.
January 30, 2025 at 4:14 PM
H.E. President Abdirahman Irro returned from his official state visit to the #UAE.
The delegation returned, reporting agreements reached with the UAE, while the Foreign Minister announced that senior UAE govt. officials will soon visit #Somaliland.
The delegation returned, reporting agreements reached with the UAE, while the Foreign Minister announced that senior UAE govt. officials will soon visit #Somaliland.
H.E. President Abdirahman Irro set-off on a 3-day official state visit to the #UAE, marking his first international trip since assuming office.
The visit is likely to focus on deepening ties & exploring areas of mutual interest, positioning #Somaliland as a collaborative partner on the world stage.
The visit is likely to focus on deepening ties & exploring areas of mutual interest, positioning #Somaliland as a collaborative partner on the world stage.
January 26, 2025 at 10:34 AM
H.E. President Abdirahman Irro set-off on a 3-day official state visit to the #UAE, marking his first international trip since assuming office.
The visit is likely to focus on deepening ties & exploring areas of mutual interest, positioning #Somaliland as a collaborative partner on the world stage.
The visit is likely to focus on deepening ties & exploring areas of mutual interest, positioning #Somaliland as a collaborative partner on the world stage.
BREAKING 🚨🚨🚨
Senior officials within Somaliland's Presidency have confirmed that there will be NO talks with Somalia!
The new administration now view alternative avenues as more credible & promising pathways to achieving international re-recognition.
Senior officials within Somaliland's Presidency have confirmed that there will be NO talks with Somalia!
The new administration now view alternative avenues as more credible & promising pathways to achieving international re-recognition.
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Washington is now waiting for the President of Somaliland to deliver a strong and unequivocal reaffirmation of his administrations unwavering commitment to the nation’s independent sovereignty.
January 21, 2025 at 1:07 PM
BREAKING 🚨🚨🚨
Senior officials within Somaliland's Presidency have confirmed that there will be NO talks with Somalia!
The new administration now view alternative avenues as more credible & promising pathways to achieving international re-recognition.
Senior officials within Somaliland's Presidency have confirmed that there will be NO talks with Somalia!
The new administration now view alternative avenues as more credible & promising pathways to achieving international re-recognition.
And so it begins, by executive order, President Trump has declared that “From this day forward, the foreign policy of the United States shall champion core American interests and always put America and American citizens first.”
January 21, 2025 at 9:43 AM
And so it begins, by executive order, President Trump has declared that “From this day forward, the foreign policy of the United States shall champion core American interests and always put America and American citizens first.”
Read my latest opinion piece for the Somaliland Chronicle, where I share my thoughts on why President Trump’s “America First” policy could be great news for Somaliland👇🏿
somalilandchronicle.com/2025/01/20/w...
somalilandchronicle.com/2025/01/20/w...
Why Somaliland welcomes an “America First” Africa Policy under President Trump
Across Somaliland, a nation with a rich history of resilience and self-sufficiency, 6.2 million citizens celebrate the return of President Trump with enthusiasm. But why is this small, relatively unkn...
somalilandchronicle.com
January 20, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Read my latest opinion piece for the Somaliland Chronicle, where I share my thoughts on why President Trump’s “America First” policy could be great news for Somaliland👇🏿
somalilandchronicle.com/2025/01/20/w...
somalilandchronicle.com/2025/01/20/w...
President Irro thanks #Somaliland’s allies in the U.S. Congress & reaffirms his commitment to taking all necessary measures to enhance and strengthen bilateral relations between Somaliland and the United States.
January 19, 2025 at 6:26 PM
President Irro thanks #Somaliland’s allies in the U.S. Congress & reaffirms his commitment to taking all necessary measures to enhance and strengthen bilateral relations between Somaliland and the United States.
You can read my insights on key developments in the Horn of Africa, particularly Somaliland, Ethiopia & Somalia, in this interview for the The Reporter:
thereporterethiopia.com/43358/
thereporterethiopia.com/43358/
“Africa Is Expected To Play A Significant Role In Somaliland’s Pursuit For Recognition,”
Sharmake Ali is a seasoned political analyst specializing in East African affairs, with a particular focus on Somaliland. For over a decade, Sharmake has been
thereporterethiopia.com
January 18, 2025 at 1:38 PM
You can read my insights on key developments in the Horn of Africa, particularly Somaliland, Ethiopia & Somalia, in this interview for the The Reporter:
thereporterethiopia.com/43358/
thereporterethiopia.com/43358/
U.S. House committee calls for Somaliland office to counter rising Chinese influence in the region!
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
US House committee calls for Somaliland office to counter China | Semafor
The call comes as Somalilanders hope that the incoming Trump administration will improve their chances of international recognition.
www.semafor.com
January 17, 2025 at 3:01 PM
U.S. House committee calls for Somaliland office to counter rising Chinese influence in the region!
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
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An influential House US-China subcommittee is calling for the State Department to open a representative office in Somaliland to counter rising Chinese influence in the region.
US House committee calls for Somaliland office to counter China | Semafor
The call comes as Somalilanders hope that the incoming Trump administration will improve their chances of international recognition.
www.semafor.com
January 17, 2025 at 2:33 PM
An influential House US-China subcommittee is calling for the State Department to open a representative office in Somaliland to counter rising Chinese influence in the region.
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Washington is now waiting for the President of Somaliland to deliver a strong and unequivocal reaffirmation of his administrations unwavering commitment to the nation’s independent sovereignty.
January 16, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Washington is now waiting for the President of Somaliland to deliver a strong and unequivocal reaffirmation of his administrations unwavering commitment to the nation’s independent sovereignty.
When Somaliland sneezes, Somalia catches a cold!
China is actively working to destabilise Somaliland as a strategic move to counter U.S. plans to recognise Somaliland, reflecting the broader competition between America and China for strategic dominance in Africa.
China is actively working to destabilise Somaliland as a strategic move to counter U.S. plans to recognise Somaliland, reflecting the broader competition between America and China for strategic dominance in Africa.
January 9, 2025 at 2:52 PM
When Somaliland sneezes, Somalia catches a cold!
China is actively working to destabilise Somaliland as a strategic move to counter U.S. plans to recognise Somaliland, reflecting the broader competition between America and China for strategic dominance in Africa.
China is actively working to destabilise Somaliland as a strategic move to counter U.S. plans to recognise Somaliland, reflecting the broader competition between America and China for strategic dominance in Africa.