They call themselves the de facto Independence Republic of
Somaliland, but the rest of the world calls them the self-declared independent,
autonomous region of Somalia. And, it has been this way for past 24 years.
To their credit Somaliland has a well-functioning
government, organized security apparatus budding infrastructure and a growing
economy. Granted a lot has to improve, Somaliland has now thriving diplomatic
and trade relationship with its closest neighbors Ethiopia, Djibouti and few
other African nations. The EU and its former protectorate the UK also maintain
ties with this tiny nation of 3.5 million. 24 years after its separation from
Somalia, Somalilanders feel that they are inching towards international
recognition, writes Asrat Seyoum.
The year 1960 was the golden year for most African countries
that were under colonial rule. It was the year that most of them got their
independence and many of these nations commemorate their independence day every
year. The small self-proclaimed independent nation of Somaliland is among their
fellow Africans in gaining their independence from the British protectorate in
the year 1960. And they are very serious about their independence day—18th May. Read Full Article
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