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Aug 23, 2026, 2:31 PM

Greece and Somaliland: A Strategic Partnership at the Gateway to the Red Sea

A strategic partnership at the crossroads of the Red Sea, African trade, and Greek maritime power Greece and Somaliland may seem like unlikely partners. One sits at the entrance to the eastern Mediterranean; the other lies on the Gulf of...

Aug 22, 2026, 5:22 PM

Why Britain Should Recognize Somaliland Now

The United Kingdom should consider formal recognition of the Republic of Somaliland. The case rests on historical responsibility, a credible legal claim, three decades of self-government, and clear British interests in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea....

Aug 21, 2026, 6:05 PM

From Remittances to Investment: Building an Israel–Somaliland Business Bridge

From Remittances to Investment: Building an Israel–Somaliland Business Bridge How diaspora capital, Israeli innovation, and Somaliland’s strategic assets can support commercially sustainable growth. Somaliland’s diaspora sends money home, builds businesses abroad, and maintains deep commercial knowledge of local markets. The next...

Aug 20, 2026, 1:36 PM

From Remittances to Returns: Building the Israel–Somaliland Investment Corridor

The Somaliland diaspora has been central to reconstruction, institution-building, and economic resilience since Somaliland restored its independence in 1991. Without formal recognition or routine access to international financial institutions and bilateral aid, communities abroad supplied capital, expertise, and advocacy...

Aug 19, 2026, 7:48 PM

A Government Guide to Preparedness, Leadership, and Resilience

From Emerging Issue to National Crisis: A Government Guide to Preparedness, Leadership, and Resilience Recognizing a Crisis A crisis is an acute, unstable event that threatens lives, essential systems, public trust, or institutional survival. It overwhelms routine procedures and forces leaders...

Aug 18, 2026, 1:46 PM

The Case for U.S. Recognition of Somaliland

The United States should consider formally recognizing the Republic of Somaliland as part of a broader strategy for the Horn of Africa. Recognition would not be a symbolic gesture alone. It could strengthen maritime security, reduce dependence on Djibouti,...

Aug 17, 2026, 6:00 PM

What the Misery Index Reveals About Life Around the World

The Economics of Hardship: What the Misery Index Reveals About Life Around the World What the Index Measures The Misery Index summarizes economic discomfort by combining pressures households feel directly: unemployment, which removes income and opportunity, and inflation, which erodes purchasing...

Aug 16, 2026, 2:55 PM

Investment, Financing, and Diaspora Opportunities in Somaliland

Israel–Africa Technology Partnerships: Investment, Financing, and Diaspora Opportunities in Somaliland Israel-Africa Business Connect (IABC) is a cross-border platform linking African and diaspora business leaders, investors, public institutions, and Israeli technology companies. It reduces market-entry friction through strategic matchmaking, local advisory...

Aug 15, 2026, 4:17 PM

Medicine and Disease Control in British Somaliland, 1884–1960

From Port Sanitation to Public Health: Medicine and Disease Control in British Somaliland, 1884–1960 The development of public health in the British Somaliland Protectorate (1884–1960) moved from limited port sanitation to an organized network of hospitals, mobile services, and disease-control...

Aug 13, 2026, 1:32 PM

Bridging Opportunity: The Somaliland Diaspora Business Mission to Israel

The Somaliland Diaspora Visit to Israel, scheduled for October 17–22, 2026, is a six-day business and cultural mission organized by Israel-Africa Business Connect (IABC). It is designed to connect Somaliland diaspora leaders with Israeli businesses, investors, technology providers, policy...

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About Me

Mohamed Osman, a retired physician and public health specialist from Somaliland, is a Canadian citizen who has worked with Ottawa Public Health and Alberta Health Services. He is also recognized for supporting Somaliland's recognition.