THE BATTLE for MAAKHIR RESOURCES, part II.

The UN wanted to move its offices to Hargeysa years ago but the TNG and later the TFG refused this. While having the UN operations being coordinated from Hargeysa would make the implementation of UN projects much easier and less costly in both Somaliland and Somalia. But in 4 months there is no more TFG, so nobody cares about what they think. P.S. It was one of the 5 UNDP buildings within their compound which was partly damaged during the explosion 2 years ago.

I would like to have my own goats in the future, Inshallah. And make cheese and other products out of the Goat milk.

I assume the driver is a Lady?

Nonsense. A federal constitution should be written and adopted by the states and not by small group of people in Djoubti Hotels. What happens if one the States doesnt adopt the Federeal Constitution of Somalia?

Garoweonline Press Releases New Somaliland Govt 'committed to peace and security with neighbors' Somalia: [PR] 16 Aug 16, 2010 - 10:27:35 AM Editor's Note: This press statement was sent directly to Garowe Online by Somaliland's new Ministry of Foreign Affairs, just like press statements from the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) in Mogadishu or from the Government of Puntland. We have decided to share with our readership. Somaliland is a separatist republic in Northwest Somalia with no international recognition. Somaliland Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation Ref. PR/MOFAIC/10-01 Date: 13 August 2010 PRESS STATEMENT: The new government of the Republic of Somaliland, under the leadership of President Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud ‘Silanyo’, is firmly committed to the promotion of peace and security with, and amongst, our neighbours in the region. Over almost twenty years, we have worked hard to establish a durable peace within Somaliland, learning from mistakes and building on achievements. The new government will not tolerate any group or individuals that aim to harm our peace and that of our neighbours. In creating a political space in which it is possible for the people of Somaliland to express their views and debate the course of the country, we will be able to avoid the establishment of viable militant groups in Somaliland. Regrettably, however, we have seen their ability to undertake actions in Somaliland in the past, as they did elsewhere. But the new government will spare no time in preventing those who support such actions from gaining any permanent foothold in Somaliland. Having laboured so hard to consolidate our own peace, we retain a strong commitment to the promotion of regional security. As we seek to build on our stability, we wish to continue to deepen our relationships with all of our neighbours and with international partners. We look forward to continued expansion of opportunities to work together in all arenas, including those most directly related to regional security. Somaliland's Minister of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation

Originally posted by *Ibtisam: Can I tell you something, don't laugh but I find it easier to write southern Somali than reer waqooyi :eek: Busted. I knew you were an Abaayo in disguise. And I have even told you my clan in threefold.

Ismalura, do you mean 1995? ilen markaa gabar reer myi ayaad tahaye? wali ma xasuusataa sida adhiga caano looga liso?

This is the moment for Somaliland to reach out to those in SSC and Maakhir who havent yet embraced Somaliland.

Sawirka Maanta: Goormaa kuugu Danbaysay inaad Adhi Raacdo? Sawirka maanta Ay Diin Soo Gudbinayso Shabakada Caalamiga Ah Ee Oodweynenews Waa sawir uu Adhi ku raacayo wariyaha Oodweynenews ee Magaalada London Ibrahim Armani mar uu Safar ku tegay Sanadkan Horaantiisii Gobolka Awdal halkaas uu Adhi ga la joogay Maalintii dhan.

Originally posted by Oodweyne: JB , I think, this news is what is known as a "trail-balloon" sort of news-making. And, the intention is to see whether there is any "takers" from Somaliland's side of things. Hence, not only is this a bogus line of argument in which we usually used to hear from those who wants Somaliland to get "involve" in the cut-throat politics of Somalia; but, it's also a clever way of "creating" doubt in the mind of Somalilanders about their new elected government and what it's intentions are in this area, indeed. Consequently, it's best not to fall for that sort of "cheap bait" that others are forever cutting on the ground; so that Somalilanders will fall for them, indeed. Regards, Oodweyne. I heard from a reliable source that the new Goverment is planning to open up dialogue and cooperation on security with Somali regional States like Puntland, Galmudug, Galgaduud, Xiin and Xeeb. The threat of Al-Shabaab taking over all of Somalia is getting more real by the day. These players do already have dialogue, but only through Addis Abbeba. Why should all the two way communication go through Addis Abbeba? Doesnt make any sense. So it would make sense to have on certain moment a 'meeting' with all key players on 'Somali' soil.

Dialogue with Somalia. Good move.

SOMALIA: Why “Somaliland” is not Kosovo: the case of the failed recognition By: Abdulkadir Mohamoud:- Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo who was for 13 years (1969 -1982), the Minister of Planning and later on the Minister of Commerce in President Mohamed Siad Barre’s government was on July 2nd 2010 elected President of “Somaliland”.1 With the help and funding of the international community the election in “Somaliland” has been conducted without a hitch. The transfer of power too was smoothed by the international community who had to nudge former President Dahir Riyale to hand power without an incident. In the process, Dahir Riyale was granted a decent retirement package which includes a monthly salary of US $5000, personal protection and other perks. Money to pay for former President Dahir Riyale’s retirement will of course come off from the coffers of “Somaliland”. Who are really the ones behind separation in “Somaliland”? “Somaliland” has been actively seeking recognition since May 1991 when it unilaterally declared secession from the rest of the country. One of the subjects President Silanyo needs to look into is the failed case for recognition. After 19 years of chasing recognition his administration needs to acquiesce not to waste more time and resources on the dead issue because international recognition for “Somaliland” is as far-fetched as sighting humans on the moon. Northerner Somalis ought to understand that a separate recognition for the part of the land they inhabit concerns not only them but the whole Somali nation unless they are forgetting that whatever they may call themselves, they are after all, like me and you Somalis. They should also understand that the land they occupy belongs not only to them but to the entire nation. Is it not the case that northerners are to be found in every town and city in Somalia and other Somali inhabited territories? Why do they always love to have it both ways? Why were non-northern Somalis who live in “Somaliland” not allowed to take part in the election? One must wonder why they were not allowed to vote in the election. People everywhere are allowed to vote where they live unless they are illegal immigrants. What can possibly make Somalis illegal immigrants on Somali soil? In the Somali Region where I was told at least 10% of the population in main cities are from “Somaliland” everybody is allowed to vote.2 After all, why would the government of Meles Zenawi mind if Somalis from Hargeisa come to live in towns and cities of the Somali Region or the ones there go on to live in “Somaliland”. Who is complaining? Not Ethiopia but probably “Somaliland” might. What made authorities in “Somaliland” not to understand non-northerner Somalis too are entitled to be in “Somaliland” and vote in elections? It is human nature people to detest those who stand their way even when they are throwing themselves off a cliff. We are not against the wish of northern Somalis who nowadays call themselves “Somaliland”. The truth of the matter is no nation will touch the recognition of “Somaliland” with a mile long barge because the people of “Somaliland” are like the ones in the south Somalis and their recognition would threaten the existence of every nation. It will open the gates of secessionist hell for every nation. Which nation wishes to divide itself into smaller parts? Northerners need to ask themselves why even after Somalia’s recognition of Kosovo as the 69th nation to do so on 20 May 2010, Serbia, would not be tempted to recognize “Somaliland” because Serbia knows too well northerners are Somalis.3 The legless argument for recognition It is a legitimate question to ask who really in “Somaliland” wants separation and who wants union with the rest of the country. I don’t want to talk about which clan in “Somaliland” wants secession and which clan is against separation. That is the talk of the badow (the crude). There are five regions in “Somaliland” of which only two Waqoyi Galbeed (North West) and Togdheer are the ones which want secession. The three unionist regions in “Somaliland” who do not wish secession are: Awdal, Sanag and Sool. To want to have it both ways is not fair and respect for people’s wish must not be a one way street. Those who wish to cut themselves off from the rest of the country must also respect the wish of those who want reunion with the rest of the nation. It is not rocket science to understand that the people in Borama, Las Anod and Erigavo do not see in their interest to confine themselves and belong to only a small part of their territory. They want to access and claim the whole Somalia not only confine themselves to a one-third territory. Achievements northern Somalis should be proud of Somalis in the north deserve to be congratulated for keeping the peace and for administering themselves when the rest of the country is in chaos. But they should never forget that the territory they inhabit belongs to all Somalis and not only to them. To claim the right to inhabit in any part of the nation yet perceive the part they occupy belongs to them exclusively is to have it both ways. Leadership, among other things, is about love of people and leaders do not hate anyone because of race or religion. Anyone who hates any section of the Somali people is not a leader but enemy of the nation. Confusion is only one of the ugly realities we face. How does one shower undeserved praise to someone who does not want him and who wants to dismember his homeland? I must say, I do not see any reason to congratulate Faisal Ali Warabe for leadership or other qualities. Faisal Ali Warabe, the head of the UCID party in “Somaliland” is full of malicious resentment and hatred towards a section of the Somali people. Those he hates know too well that he is up to no good. The people of “Somaliland” too know very well who he is. That is why they elected Silanyo and not him. Truth like medicine is bitter yet beneficial. Northern Somalis have no cause to run away from their own nation or enumerate groundless and bogus reasons to be considered for recognition when a sheet of paper does not fit between them and Somalis from the South. That is why the world sees their recognition suicidal which will haunt every nation. It will throw the territorial integrity of every nation in turmoil. The world may not understand why one family Somalis had to tear one another. There is a reason behind everything. There were planting the seeds of enmity among Somalis. This is the same small thinking which is behind putting a Mig in the center of Hargeisa to remind people and fuel enmity among Somalis. Even in Hiroshima and Nagasaki where atomic bombs were dropped the Japanese people in those cities are not resentful let alone hateful against the people or the country of the United States which they were at the time two enemies on opposing sides. The main reason behind tearing Somalia apart is position (personal ambition). There were small-minded persons who were behind planting enmity who felt they would personally benefit from division and conflict within Somalis. Anyone who lost his position used to join a rebel movement. In 1982 when Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo lost his ministerial position he took part in the creation of the SNM. “Somaliland” is not a nation by itself but part of a country and nation. To qualify international recognition, like Kosovo, a nation must have distinct characteristics which separates from its neighbours such as ethnicity, religion or historic. The superficiality of “Somaliland’s” case for recognition has never been flimsier. Not to mention the recognition of “Somaliland” will make every region in every nation to ask for separation. This will create ten thousand new nations. Who wants to live in a world where the membership list of the United Nations is 10,200 nations? Northerners should depart of reason that when the time comes, reunion with the rest of the country is the best future for them and the nation. In the meantime they should administer themselves. The new administration of Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo should heed to common sense and end the wild goose chase for recognition. It should do what it can to the people under its jurisdiction. 1Wikipedia/ government media publications 2 According to Somali elders and public I met 3http://www.balkaninsight.com/en/main/news/28236/ Abdulkadir Mohamoud Am5430064@gmail.com

Cowke Puntland borders so far is. North Mudug/Bari/Nugal/Tukaraq/Cayn/Bariga Sanaag. We need to streghten border patrols and farole can win back people confidence in puntland if he secured the borders. Our real border should be all the way up to caynabo and erigavo not tukaraq and badhan and buhodle.

Cowke Because colonial borders play no relevance in todays politics. It's the past, today is the present. That is why 17 years hargeisa has been the laughing stock of somalia. Miserable people lol. However i must say it has worked excellently in puntland favor, because as long as they remain unrealistical puntland has time to sort out somalia while the world ignores them. By the time somalia is sorted..Their will be f-16's from america landing at berbera giving them an ultamitum either join federalism or consider yourself a rebel!!! Quite defying really, either they will be genocided and a new ppl settled in snm land or they will cede to federalism. Federalism is realistic it has the backing of big time allies around, sland seccessionism has no backing. You see who has the political leverage? War dadkasi sxb, ceeb weyn baa sugeyso just watch. And the funny thing is in the history books their going to down as the people who can never be trusted for patriotism just like their forefathers.

I wonder what she said to Faroole on the whole situation In the Mountains.

Originally posted by Miskiin-Macruuf-Aqiyaar: The only Soomaali madaxweyne xilkiisa si nabad iyo daacad ah ku wareejiye and still lived in his country for decades in peace and no disturbance. And he was finally buried in his honourable soil. Inta kale waa qashin. Who is this?

Somaliland : Multiparty Political System is Virtue of Democracy and Rights The Torch http://www.hiiraan.com/op2/2010/aug/somaliland_multiparty_political_system_is_virtue_of_democracy_an d_constitutional_right.aspx August 9, 2010 Hargeisa - In line with the fundamental principles of Democracy, political freedom, freedom of expression and press, which are the virtues upon which the political ideologies of UDHIS Party are firmly based on, we have the pleasure of introducing The Torch. The Torch is a periodical publication sponsored by UDHIS as a medium of intellectual discourse to address critical issues facing the country and nation, promote good governance and advocate the democratic rights of the individual to join and actively participate in multi party political system. We believe that the right to’ elect and be elected’ is a natural right, which is guaranteed by the Constitution and UN Bill of Human Rights. We also believe that nobody has the power or moral authority to deprive others the same basic rights and liberties to have their interests and political aspirations represented by a Party of their choice without fear of persecution, restriction or imposition. Although, Somaliland is a new and fledgling democracy still in its early stages of infancy and so far enjoyed the exalt and praise of international observers for successfully holding peaceful presidential elections, the fact that only 3 permanent political Parties were eligible to compete in the recent national elections meant large portions of the voting public had been marginalised and remain unrepresented by the current political system., UDHIS is one such Political Parties made ineligible by the current system to participate in the recent presidential elections. As a result, thousands and thousands of UDHIS natural supporters have not taken part in the elections. Many more had to opt out the initial electoral registration for similar reasons. This is reflected in the low turnout of voters. Therefore, we would like to use this opportunity to reiterate our long established position that: ‘As long as the current 3-Party system is in place, certain people will continue to be fenced out from participating in the main political spectrum and this will definitely have detrimental impact on our democracy.’ We therefore advise the newly elected administration to refrain from taking the path of his predecessor, which denied our political supporters their Constitutional rights to vote for the party that best represents their interest. Furthermore we warn that any persistent failure to systematically marginalise UDHIS supporters will only spell disaster and probably lead to the discontent of significant majority of people. History lessons taught us that repression is only a recipe for revolt and upraising and consequently clash and conflict. Having said that we wish the new president the best of luck with his job and pray his actions will bring the lilt and lift that inspires the nation and make his legacy forever lasting in the history of this country. The Torch Editor-in-Chief This article appeared on ‘The Torch’ – a periodical publication sponsored by UDHIS Political Party. UDHIS is one of the political Parties rejected and made ineligible to take part in the recent Somaliland elections due to the illegal and unconstitutional 3-Party Ceiling that Exist in Somaliland. UDHIS represents a large majority of the voting Public and believes the Somaliland Democracy is incomplete as long as the current 3-Party Ceiling. We at UDHIS therefore appeal to all Democratic nations of the world to exert pressure on the newly elected administration of Somaliland to speed up the process of removing the current Ceiling.

Its brutal actions in the ******, Oromia, Gambella, Keffa-Sheka, Afar, Amhara, Sidama, Benishangul and other ethnic communities where there was some challenge to its rule or some semblance of independent activity, confirms that when it comes to its power, it has no mercy. So many other peacefull and beuatifull communities in Ethiopia besides those Tigray and Habashi people. Wonder what they will do when the O**** free themselves and leave Ethiopia. Who will lead them, free them, guide them? Or will they all estabilish their own little Lands?

Riyaale doesnt have a French Pasport. He may have by now a resident VISA.

To many locals the fraud is the one who sold their minerals and land to foreigners. And Atam is the hero who fought against fraud and their land being 'stolen' by foreign companies.

http://hadhwanaag.com/detail.asp?id=17677 "Madaxweyne Siilaanyo oo aanu islahayn Cadalad Ayuu noo horseedayaa balse isaga ayaa ka liita Madaxweyneyaashii hore". Wakiilka Beesha G*b**ye ee North America Barkhad H.Cabdi Mr.Gabooye R-Hadhwanaag Waraysi.

your welcome

Originally posted by mielmi: LIBAAHE ITS ALWAYS A PLEASURE READING YOUR BLOGS!!!!!!...........BROTHER I JUST CAME BACK FROM SOMALILAND ALMOST A WEEK AND HALF AGO FOR THE FIRST TIME, BUT DID NOT HAVE THE PLEASURE OF VISITING CEERIGAABO........I FROM SAAXIL REGION BUT I WAS BORN IN HAMAR. CAN YOU TELL ME A LITTLE BIT ABOUT CEERIGAABO PLEASE INA ADEER? Hey, You just came back from Somaliland. Tell us, how was the country? got any pictures? did you visit Saaxil?

A Collection of Islamic Jokes Before you read these jokes, you might want to read a little bit about the conditions of joking in Islam. The article is located at the bottom of this page. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A man is taking a walk in Central park in New York. Suddenly he sees a little girl being attacked by a pit bull dog . He runs over and starts fighting with the dog. He succeeds in killing the dog and saving the girl's life. A policeman who was watching the scene walks over and says: "You are a hero, tomorrow you can read it in all the newspapers: "Brave New Yorker saves the life of little girl" The man says: - "But I am not a New Yorker!" "Oh ,then it will say in newspapers in the morning: 'Brave American saves life of little girl'" – the policeman answers. "But I am not an American!" – says the man. "Oh, what are you then? " The man says: - "I am a Saudi !" The next day the newspapers says: "Islamic extremist kills innocent American dog. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here is the story of an Imam who got up after Friday prayers and announced to the people: "I have good news and bad news. The good news is, we have enough money to pay for our new building program. The bad news is, it's still out there in your pockets." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- An Imam shocked his community when he announced that he was resigning from that particular Masjid and moving to a drier climate. After the session, a very distraught lady came to the Imam with tears in her eyes, "Oh, Imam, we are going to miss you so much. We don't want you to leave!" The kind hearted Imam said "Now, now, sister, don't carry on. The Imam who takes my place might be even better than me". "Yeah", she said, with a tone of disappointment in her voice, "That's what they said the last time too . . . " -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nasruddin was determined to be decisive and efficient. One day he told his wife he would plow his largest field on the far side of the river and be back for a big dinner. She urged him to say, "If Allah is willing." He told her whether Allah was willing or not, that was his plan. The frightened wife looked up to Allah and asked forgiveness. Nasruddin loaded his wooden plow, hitched up the oxen to the wagon, climbed on his donkey, and set off. But within the short span of a day the river flooded from a cloudburst and washed his donkey downstream, and one of the oxen broke a leg in the mud, leaving Nasruddin to hitch himself in its place to plow the field. Having finished only half the field, at the sunset he set out for home exhausted and soaking wet. The river was still high so he had to wait until long past dark to cross over. After midnight a very wet but much wiser Nasruddin knocked at his door. Who is there Asked his wife. I think it is me, Nasruddin, he replied, if Allah is willing! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "When I was in the desert," said Nasruddin one day, "I caused an entire tribe of horrible and bloodthirsty bedouins to run." "However did you do it?" asked a person. "Easy. I just ran, and they ran after me." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- An Imam was selling his horse in the market. An interested buyer came to him and requested if he could get a test drive. The Imam told the man that this horse is unique. In order to make it walk, you have to say Subhanallah. To make it run, you have to say Alhamdulillah and to make it stop, you have to say Allahu Akbar. The man sat on the horse and said Subhanallah. The horse started to walk. Then he said Alhamdulillah and it started to run. He kept saying Alhamdulillah and the horse started running faster and faster. All of a sudden the man noticed that the horse is running towards the edge of the hill that he was riding on. Being overly fearful, he forgot how to stop the horse. He kept saying all these words out of confusion. When the horse was just near the edge, he remembered Allahu Akbar and said it out loud. The horse stopped just one step away from the edge. The man took a deep breath, looked up towards the sky and said Alhamdulillah! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rules of Joking in Islam Some people joke too much and it becomes a habit for them. This is the opposite of the serious nature which is the characteristic of the believers. Joking is a break, a rest from ongoing seriousness and striving; it is a little relaxation for the soul. ‘Umar ibn ‘Abd al-‘Azeez (may Allaah have mercy on him) said: “Fear joking, for it is folly and generates grudges.” Imaam al-Nawawi (may Allaah have mercy on him) said: “The kind of joking which is forbidden is that which is excessive and persistent, for it leads to too much laughter and hardening of the heart, it distracts from remembrance of Allaah, and it often leads to hurt feelings, generates hatred and causes people to lose respect and dignity. But whoever is safe from such dangers, then that which the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) used to do is permissible for him.” Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqaas said: “Set a limit to your jokes, for going to extremes makes you lose respect and incites the foolish against you.” The amount of joking should be like the amount of salt in one’s food. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Do not laugh too much, for laughing too much deadens the heart.” (Saheeh al-Jaami’, 7312) ‘Umar ibn al-Khattaab (may Allaah be pleased with him) said: “Whoever laughs too much or jokes too much loses respect, and whoever persists in doing something will be known for it.” So beware of joking, for it “causes a person to lose face after he was thought of as respectable, and it brings him humiliation after esteem.” A man said to Sufyaan ibn ‘Uyaynah (may Allaah be pleased with him), “Joking is not right, it is to be denounced.” He replied, “Rather it is Sunnah, but only for those who know how to do it and do it at the appropriate time.” Nowadays, although the ummah needs to increase the love between its individual members and to relieve itself of boredom, it has gone too far with regard to relaxation, laughter and jokes. This has become a habit which fills their gatherings and wastes their time, so their lives are wasted and their newspapers are filled with jokes and trivia. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “If you knew what I know, you would laugh little and weep much.” In Fath al-Baari it says: “What is meant by knowledge here has to do with the might of Allaah and His vengeance upon those who disobey Him, and the terrors that occur at death, in the grave and on the Day of Resurrection). Muslim men and women have to be inclined to choose righteous and serious friends in their lives, who will help them to make good use of their time and strive for the sake of Allaah with seriousness and steadfastness, good and righteous people whose example they can follow. Bilaal ibn Sa’d said: “I saw them [the Sahaabah] jokingly pretending to fight over some goods, and laughing with one another, but when night came they were like monks.” Ibn ‘Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him) was asked, “Did the Companions of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) laugh?” He said, “Yes, and the faith in their hearts was like mountains.” So you have to follow the example of such people, who were knights by day and monks (i.e., devoted worshippers) by night. May Allaah keep us, you and our parents safe on the Day of the Greatest Terror, those to whom the call will go out on that great Day: “Enter Paradise, no fear shall be on you, nor shall you grieve” [al-A’raaf 7:49 – interpretation of the meaning]