I think Ibti walks in a special way ,,,

Originally posted by Gheelle.T: JB sawiro reer Hargeisa oo queue ugu jira registrations uu soo gashey SOL, reer Burco camera ma haystaan miyaa? Norf1 show dig out and show us some pics dee.. Budh rag wada haysta ha la arke dee It is beginning tomorrow Insha Allah ,,, photos are after the beginning not in advance

IAR: Speaking of recognition of a free nation, Somaliland has illustrated a high level of sovereignty and stability over the past 15 years. In a country plagued by lawlessness and in a region known for instability, Somaliland has proven to be an island of stability in a sea of chaos. Why have Ethiopia, the AU, the UN, the US, and Great Britain refused to recognize its independence as a free and sovereign nation? Amb. Beshah: Somaliland, with its capital in Hargeisa, used to be called the British Somaliland and was ruled by the UK during the colonial period. The Italian Somaliland, literally the rest of Somalia, with its capital in Mogadishu, used to be called Italian Somaliland. The people living in both areas are of the Somali ethnic group; they speak the Somali language, but come from different clans. In the case of Somaliland, the ***** clan is predominantly found there, while the *****, Hawiya and other clans live in the rest of Somalia. The ways and means of colonial administration had its own impact on both territories. The British style of colonial rule—as can be observed in Anglophone Africa, countries like Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya just to cite a few—had allowed limited form of political participation, limited form of self-rule, and local government. Generally speaking, these had positive impacts at time of and in post- independence period. This was a blessing in disguise for the Somaliland Somalis. It made them more open to contending political views, to different political parties and to a young, yet vibrant press. They are more prone to modern democratic discourse--not fighting with weapons, but fighting with words. So there is a tradition of tolerance and of being tolerant. In the case of Italian Somaliland these factors were unfortunately absent, and hence its consequences were felt right after independence and to this day. In 1960, both colonies gained independence and agreed to form one political entity with its capital in Mogadishu. Free elections were held and there was a legitimately elected government in place. There were also different political parties. Unfortunately, the democratic process in Somalia was short lived. It ended with the assassination of the Somali head of state which consequently led the country to authoritarian rule culminating in the coming to power of General Siad Barre whose reign lasted till 1991. This led to frustration for the people of Somaliland who had resented since independence the ‘unbalanced relations’ they have had with the Italian part. The ‘South’ dominated the ‘North’ by holding and controlling state power and the political landscape of the country. After a long and protracted civil war which was also undertaken in Somaliland, the rule of Siad Barre came to an end. Now, after almost 20 years, Somalia still has no strong central government and has become a “failed state”. The northerners, the former British Somaliland, organized themselves, and formed a new state called Somaliland and declared themselves as a free nation totally separate from the rest of Somalia. They declared to the world: If they ever were to be part of Somalia, it would be under an open, tolerant, democratic Somalia. But given the current reality and condition, they argue they would rather exist as a separate country. Their effort to gain recognition and be accepted as a sovereign and independent state has not yet borne fruit. They have approached neighboring countries, African states; the AU; EU; the USA to give them recognition. Even Ethiopia, it seems the neighboring country they counted on, refused to recognize them. There were reports in the 1990’s that the leaders of Somaliland were considering some kind of loose political association with Ethiopia. Hence there was no “de jure” recognition. However, Somaliland has received “de facto” recognition. Several states, especially neighboring ones, have recently begun direct relations with the Hargeisa government. A case in point is Ethiopia. Addis Ababa has opened a diplomatic mission in Hargeisa and has named an Ambassador. It is unlikely that Somaliland will come back to Somalia under the old conditions. It looks like the Somalis [in Somaliland], have tasted how sweet independence and self-determination are. Time and time again the leaders of Somaliland proudly declare their achievements: peace, tranquility, and economic progress. Hargeisa and the port city of Berbera are booming. Berbera has become an additional outlet for the export and import of landlocked Ethiopia and are expanding the port facilities. In addition to the roads that link Jijiga, Ethiopia with Hargeisa and onwards to Berbera, there is a regular air link between the two. We live in the 21st century where self-determination and independence of peoples is respected. My expectation is Somaliland will be accepted—recognized by African, the USA and by the European countries in the immediate future. FULL INTERVIEW

I still don't understand why ppl think Rayaale is the only one here ... hold your horses gentlemen, UDUB is playing its cards in the last minute. Looks like kulmiye is dancing before the music starts ,, What about if RAyaale is changed and there is a better candidate from Udub ???

Your idea is working nuune ,,

... Inaalillaahi ,,

Ha socoto sheekadu ,,,,,,,,,,,

Now see my list and let me know ,,,,

For the moment Lasanod is safe to go through. We have a colleague in Garowe and they come and go by road each time. It is easy but you only need to avoid traveling during the night. Make sure it is the daytime. Places: Of course on your way you will pass by lots of places but the spacial places in SL would be: 1- Lasanod: You can walk around and visit the places where Sayid Mohamed Abdulle Hassan used to have bases. There is a mountain just outside the city where you climb and see his base and his little houses still exist. 2- Burco: Yeah, then you can remember Ibti, Norf and NG while there. Just pretend you're one of them and walk around ,, 3- Sheikh: You need to spend sometime there. You can see the first Secondary school in SL. There are farms, waterfalls and very green mountains. You will need one full day to walk. I will share a photo album with you about Sheikh. 4- Berbera: Of course you need to see the beach, the grave of the Cilmi Boodhari and his place where he met Hodan in the first time. You will have time to see the port and some other historical places like where Ina Igarre used to stay during his empire. 5- Laas-Geel: This is the place where recently discovered with historical paints and drawings. 6- Hargeisa: Of course you can't miss hargeisa. There are many places to visit inside the city. 7- Borama: Of course it is a must see place. You will see the Amoud University, the SAW mountain where tremors come from, and yeah some other places and nice ppl. 8- Zayla: yes, haven't seen that place yet but i could just go to see the old masjid with the two qiblas. The Sa'adadin Island and so on. 9- Erigavo: Haven't been to that place either but it is out of question. One of the Best places in the region. You can see and climb Daalo. what did i forget ????

Why should i remove the clip nuune ??

Okey then ,,, you can start with Bosaso then come by road. I hope it will still be good to travel through Lasanod. Then you can go anywhere you want to go ....... we will make a list of the places together so that you can tick each one when you done the visit ....

looooool@decent ,, Well, are you coming just to go around and see the places or there are families you want to visit and spend sometime with them as well ?? If there is a family, then where ?? How long do u want to stay ??? which airport do u want to arrive first ??

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Are u a candidate ?? DD, Well i need some answers before i write my recommendations ,,,,,,,,

I liked the clip ,,, ,,, look how the guy is shaking the bottom part of the body ,,, showing off the , ,,, ehem ,,, yaa Poker, Cawaale is one of the best. He rocked the place along with Lafoole. Those women were crazy about the two and they didn't want to get off the stage ,,,,,,,, Anigu dee waxaan ka doonay inaan khaawisaad tago intaan xaga dambe fadhiisto ,,,,,,

looooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo oooooooooooooooooooool@Malika ,,,,,,,

looooooool ,, as long as aad afsoomaali ku hadlayso you don't need a visa ,, Yeah i'm very Ok ,,,,,,,,,, and welcome.

It is Sagootin not Sabootin ,,,,,,,,,, come on reer Burco ,, where do you want to travel to DD ??

NG is not around ,,,,, thought he is there next to you and you forgot and thought he is here on SOL ,,,

Ibti, is NG sitting next to you ??

There is always a public washrooms but timing is the funny part ,,,,, Imagine there is a guy in front of the toilet with a stopwatch in his hand ,,,,,, then shouting "Waqtigii wuu kaa dhamaadee soo bax" ,,,

Let's party together ,,,,, Sayidka,, send me some details by PM bal niyow. dhakadii baa i siniintaye ,,

Originally posted by Ibtisam: JB should like this advert! http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=AjOzzBfRKvU&feature= related loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool Why i should like this bal ?? ,,

Xaajiga beri horaan sheegay inay ka qasan tahaye u daaya ,,,, laakiin Redsea baaban yaraysan doorkan

Welcome back sayidka ,,,,,,,, runtii dadkii waalwaalnaa waa loo darsaday ,,