The SNM - The most independent self funded guerrilla organisation

[baala xoofto]

 

 

[baala xoofto]

At one time, the richest people in East Africa were all from the IQ clan. From Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia and Djibouti. The richest men were all from Somaliland. For example, the richest man in Ethiopia was Xoogsade, the man who pioneered the Coffee trade in Ethiopia. His business grew so big that the Marxist dictator Mengistu nationalised it in 1986. 

Somaliland born, Kenyan business tycoon Mr. Idiris here talks about how he bankrolled the SNM.

This is the stuff of Hollywood movies. Can't wait to see a feature film based on the SNM's heroic history. 

[Khadafi]

No comment. Baala xoofto be I am happy your a proud in the S as a  Somali.

[baala xoofto]

@Khadafi

Say what you want my brother. No holds. This is a discussions forum anyway. Cheers.

 

[baala xoofto]

Idiris' final remarks included two topics of great interest to Somaliland and Somalilanders. That is 'Search for Recognition' and 'Youth Migration/Tahriib'. His comments strikes a accord with me. I have the same world view as the old guard. 

Recognition is not everything. Just look at our neighborhood? You have failed and close to failed states all around us. That tells you a seat at the UN doesn't mean much. And that is where Mujaahid Businessman Idiris wants to try to convey to the Somalilanders. 

Somalilanders instead should focus on development and making friends with like minded countries and states that have mutual interest. If we can get along and make business with another country, we will find ways to achieve that. Simple.

The other issue regarding Tahriib is also an issue that is in the blood and bone of Somalilanders. Our country has history in Tahriib. Our nomads travelled the world over, they were the first to go cross the seven seas on top of the famous British Steam Ships - at one point the super power of the seas during the Industrial era. Our nomads at one stage made up of second biggest ethnicity in British Docklands and Shipyards working both as sailors and Stevedoring services. 

We have established communities in the traditional sea-fearing ports of the world including Wales and England as well as Bombay and beyond. 

So Tahriib is not something new, it is a passage. We should welcome it and let the youth suffer and survive and learn at the same time. That is way our forefathers did it. 

[maakhiri1]

57 minutes ago, baala xoofto said:

 

he other issue regarding Tahriib is also an issue that is in the blood and bone of Somalilanders. Our country has history in Tahriib. Our nomads travelled the world over, they were the first to go cross the seven seas on top of the famous British Steam Ships - at one point the super power of the seas during the Industrial era. Our nomads at one stage made up of second biggest ethnicity in British Docklands and Shipyards working both as sailors and Stevedoring services. 

We have established communities in the traditional sea-fearing ports of the world including Wales and England as well as Bombay and beyond. 

So Tahriib is not something new, it is a passage. We should welcome it and let the youth suffer and survive and learn at the same time. That is way our forefathers did it. 

Exceptional case of delusion,  have you ever seen Saudis,  Emirates doing tahrib? SOMALIS have failed and sitting in sh!t and worse part some not even aware,

You can't not hold the masses in the triangle hostage , with these bs,  fairytales, no future, some day,  they will woke up.

The illiterate seamen were bottom of society,  many committed suicide,  many died cuz of lack.of care, some went mad,  many lost and never came back,  some were taken to human zoo, so are you hoping to,  to those unfortunate past, under colonial rule, 

Please iskayaree sheekha guriga, iyo beenta  and educate yourself and find the truth. Be someone yourself and get out of this qaby@@lad

 

 

 

[Arafaat]

6 hours ago, baala xoofto said:

Idiris' final remarks included two topics of great interest to Somaliland and Somalilanders. That is 'Search for Recognition' and 'Youth Migration/Tahriib'. His comments strikes a accord with me. I have the same world view as the old guard. 

Recognition is not everything. Just look at our neighborhood? You have failed and close to failed states all around us. That tells you a seat at the UN doesn't mean much. And that is where Mujaahid Businessman Idiris wants to try to convey to the Somalilanders. 

Somalilanders instead should focus on development and making friends with like minded countries and states that have mutual interest. If we can get along and make business with another country, we will find ways to achieve that. Simple.

The other issue regarding Tahriib is also an issue that is in the blood and bone of Somalilanders. Our country has history in Tahriib. Our nomads travelled the world over, they were the first to go cross the seven seas on top of the famous British Steam Ships - at one point the super power of the seas during the Industrial era. Our nomads at one stage made up of second biggest ethnicity in British Docklands and Shipyards working both as sailors and Stevedoring services. 

We have established communities in the traditional sea-fearing ports of the world including Wales and England as well as Bombay and beyond. 

So Tahriib is not something new, it is a passage. We should welcome it and let the youth suffer and survive and learn at the same time. That is way our forefathers did it. 

Mass migration is different from individual or small scale regular migration. And it’s caused by different factors but the overall main pull factor is political and economic conditions that are not favourable and appear to be further deteriorating.

[baala xoofto]

@Maakhiri

Tahriib has always been an option for Somalilanders. Back in 1980s, majority of youth used to migrate to the Arabian Gulf for work and better life.

Yes, today the situation is very different as the migratory patterns have changed. But still if they think they can establish a better life somewhere else, go for it.

The Government has limited options available to cater to all the needs of the youth. No one is denying that. However, there are plans to change it. 

@Arafaat

Mass migration is a new phenomenon of today's age. There are many root causes including conflicts and economic situations. 

The Somalis make up very small portion of the migration trade these days. The number have significantly came down.

However, in Somaliland, the economic migration is the only cause. It has been the same cause that forced many youth in the 1980s as well as before that even during the British Protectorate days.  I don't think it will slow down anytime soon, as it is engraved into the fabric of society. 

There is a saying in Somaliland "Bartii yaqaan, bar uma korodho" which means if you stay too long in place, you won't gain anything of life long lesson or economic improvement for yourself. You need to move around and test the waters far and away. 

Youth Migration, you measure the net affect not the individual circumstances. As far as Somaliland is concerned, it has been a net gain. 

 

[maakhiri1]

Insha allah,  I hope Somalis everywhere prosperity,  Recognition would help SL, and this nightmarish South are not serious,  30 plus years and still not taking situations seriously 

[baala xoofto]

South Somalia can't save themselves and certainly have nothing to offer to Somaliland at all. Not today, not in the next 50 years.