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2021 Somaliland Municipal Elections
Mayoral and local district council elections were held in Somaliland on 31 May 2021 alongside parliamentary elections, after multiple delays. On 12 July 2020, Somaliland's major political parties reached a landmark agreement to ensure timely elections and to advance preparations for the elections. Negotiations between the parties and the National Electoral Commission settled on the earliest possible date by which the latter believed it would have sufficient time to prepare for the polls. Number of voters 1,065,847 people registered to vote in Somaliland's local elections. 552 candidates vied for 220 seats. Results Preliminary results showed that Kulmiye won a plurality of seats with Waddani close behind, while UCID came in third place. Out of the 220 elected local councillors, 217 were men and 3 were women. References Somaliland parliamentary election Parliamentary election A general election is an electoral process to choose most or all members of a govern ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kulmiye Peace, Unity, And Development Party
The Kulmiye Peace, Unity and Development Party (; ), also known as simply Kulmiye (), is a political party in Somaliland. The party was founded by Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud "Silanyo" in May 2002, ahead of the first municipal elections later that year. The party is mainly supported by people from the Habr Je'lo, Habr Awal and Darod clans.Freedom House, ''Freedom in the World 2010 - Somaliland omalia', 1 June 2010, available at: https://www.refworld.org/docid/4c1a1e9ec.html ccessed 13 August 2020/ref> In the presidential elections of 14 April 2003, its candidate Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud "Silanyo" won 42.1% of the popular vote. He was narrowly defeated by Dahir Riyale Kahin. In parliamentary elections held on 29 September 2005, the party won 34.1% of the vote and 28 out of 82 seats. In the 2010 presidential election, Silanyo and his running mate Abdirahman Saylici claimed victory and comfortably defeated Kahin. In the 2017 presidential election, President Silanyo chose not ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Garadag
Garadag (, ) is a key town in the Sanaag region of Somaliland. Overview Garadag was founded in 1934 and is located northwest of Xudun and east by road from War Idaad. One of the main Landmarks of the town is "Geedka Garadag", a famous tree under which numerous peace meetings or ''shirs'' have taken place over the years. The name ''Garadag'' in the Somali language means "a difficult case", in reference to a marital dispute between two men regarding a girl that was promised to one of the men but married off to the other. In November 1992, a peace conference by Habr Je'lo, Dhulbahante, Warsangali and Gahayle was held in Garadag. Habar Yoonis did not participate in this conference, which is one of the causes of the later clan conflict. Demographics As of 2018 Garadag had a population of approximately 10,000. Education According to the Somaliland Ministry of Planning Garadag contains 32 public primary and secondary schools, with the wider district containing an additional 15 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Burao District
Burao District () is a district of the Togdheer region in central Somaliland. Its capital lies at Burao. Overview The district is home to some of the largest livestock markets, known in Somali as ''seylad'', in the Horn of Africa, with as many as 10,000 heads of sheep and goats sold daily in the markets of Burao and Yirowe, many of whom shipped to Gulf states via the port of Berbera. The markets handle livestock from all over the Horn of Africa. Major cities and towns * Burco * War Cimraan * Balidhiig * Yirowe *Beer * Dabaqabad * Jaamac Liibaan * Qoryaale * Odanleh * Qalloocan * Warta- Shacabi * Kirit * Waraabeeye, Togdheer * Bisiqa * Harada * Ceeg * Cali Saahid * Sanyare * Durukhsi * Xaaji Saalax, Togdheer * Kaba-Dheere * Aroori, * Cali faarax * Cali Ciise See also *Administrative divisions of Somaliland The administrative division of Somaliland are organized into three hierarchical levels. consists of 6 Regions of Somaliland, regions and 22 Districts o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Borama District
Borama District () is a district of the Awdal region in Somaliland. Demographics The Awdal Region in which the district is situated is mainly inhabited by the Gadabuursi subclan of the Dir who are especially well represented and considered the predominant clan of the region. Federico Battera (2005) states about the Awdal Region: "Awdal is mainly inhabited by the Gadabuursi confederation of clans." A UN Report published by Canada: Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (1999), states concerning Awdal: "The Gadabuursi clan dominates Awdal region. As a result, regional politics in Awdal is almost synonymous with Gadabuursi internal clan affairs." Roland Marchal (1997) states that numerically, the Gadabuursi are the predominant inhabitants of the Awdal Region: "The Gadabuursi's numerical predominance in Awdal virtually ensures that Gadabuursi interests drive the politics of the region." Marleen Renders and Ulf Terlinden (2010) both state that the Gadabuursi almost exclusively inh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
El Afweyn District
El Afweyn District () is a district in the Sanaag region of Somaliland. Its capital lies at El Afweyn. Population The population in 2005 was 65,797 according to the OCHA survey. See also *Administrative divisions of Somaliland *Regions of Somaliland The regions of Somaliland (; ) is divided into six administrative regions, Awdal, Sahil, Maroodi-Jeeh, Togdheer, Sanaag and Sool. These are in turn subdivided into twenty-two districts. Regions of Somaliland are the primary geographical ... * Districts of Somaliland * Somalia–Somaliland border References External links Administrative map of El Afweyn District Districts of Somaliland Sanaag {{Somaliland-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Buuhoodle
Buuhoodle (, ), also known as Bohotle, serves as a significant border town for the movement of goods between Khatumo State, Khaatumo and the Somali Region of Ethiopia. The surrounding district is rich in livestock with growing agricultural activities. Territorial dispute Buuhoodle, the second most important city for the Dhulbahante after Las Anod, is currently under the control of local unionist militia. Despite efforts by the Somaliland administration, the 2021 Somaliland 2021 Somaliland parliamentary election, parliamentary and 2021 Somaliland municipal elections, municipal elections did not take place in the city. The city is disputed by Puntland and Somaliland. The former bases its claim due to the kinship ties between the Dhulbahante clan and the dominant clan in Puntland, the Majeerteen. Whilst the later's claim is grounded on the border of the former British Somaliland Protectorate. The city was the de facto capital of Khatumo State since its inception until moving to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taleh District
Taleh District () is a district in the eastern Sool region of Somaliland. Its capital lies at Taleh, the former headquarters of the Somali Dervish State. Education There are 6 schools operating in Taleh serving 600 students. See also *Administrative divisions of Somalia Somalia is officially divided into 18 administrative regions (''gobollo'', singular ''gobol''). These are in turn subdivided into seventy-two districts (plural ''degmooyin''; singular ''degmo''). On a ''de facto'' basis, northern Somalia is now ... * Regions of Somaliland * Districts of Somaliland References External linksAdministrative map of Taleex District Districts of Somaliland Sool, Somaliland {{Somaliland-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Xudun District
Hudun District () is a historical district in the Sool region of Somaliland Its capital lies at Hudun. The border between Hudun District and Las Anod District goes through the town of Buur Anod, also called Buur Caanood, a town that lies in between the towns of Dib Shabeel to the north, and Daryaha (Daryaha) to the south. This was the site of the largest battle between Dervish and colonial forces in 1904.Into Africa with Margaret Laurence - Fiona Sparrow · 1992, p 75 See also *Administrative divisions of Somalia Somalia is officially divided into 18 administrative regions (''gobollo'', singular ''gobol''). These are in turn subdivided into seventy-two districts (plural ''degmooyin''; singular ''degmo''). On a ''de facto'' basis, northern Somalia is now ... * Regions of Somalia * Districts of Somalia References External links Districts of SomaliaAdministrative map of Xudun District {{Somaliland-geo-stub Districts of Somaliland Sool, Somaliland ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aynaba District
Aynabo District (), colloquially known as Sarar (), is a district in the northern Sool region of Somaliland. Its capital lies at Aynabo. Other settlements in the district includes Wadaamagoo, War Idaad, Berkad Ali Hersi, Godheeli, Habariheshay, Ceeldhaab, Fadhiyar, Oog, Badweyn, Gowsaweyne and Qoridheere. Oil exploration The northern section of the district is home to Block SL10B/13. In November 2019, Genel Energy presented its estimation of the block's potential. It concluded the existence of active petroleum system and several stacked oil reserves within the block adding up to 1.3 billion barrels of oil. Full field development will have daily output of 50,000 barrels of oil. In December 2021, Genel Energy signed a farm-out deal with OPIC Somaliland Corporation, backed by Taiwan’s CPC Corporation, on the SL10B/13 block. According to Genel, the block could contain more than 5 billion barrels of prospective resources. Demography The total population of the district is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sheikh District
Sheikh District () is a district in the Sahil region of Somaliland. Its capital lies at Sheikh. The district was part of Togdheer region until 1998, when the Sheikh District was incorporated into the Sahil region. Overview Sheikh is primarily inhabited by people from the Isamusa ethnic group, with the clan eponyms of sub-divisions of Mohammed Isa especially well-represented. As with many other areas in the Somaliland interior, Sheikh is noted for its numerous historical structures and mountainous scenery. See also *Administrative divisions of Somaliland The administrative division of Somaliland are organized into three hierarchical levels. consists of 6 Regions of Somaliland, regions and 22 Districts of Somaliland, districts. Districts in turn contain villages. In addition, the capital Hargeis ... * Regions of Somaliland * Districts of Somaliland References External links Districts of Somalia [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baki District
Baki District () is a district in the Awdal region of western Somaliland. Demographics Baki is inhabited by the Reer Nuur branch of the Makahiil and Reer Mohamed branch of the Mahad 'Ase subclans of the Gadabuursi Dir clan. Mayor *Idiris Faarax Rooble 2002 *Saleebaan Maxamuud Aadan 2016 Mining The Simodi Mountains, located 48 km east of Baki village, have long been used as a mine. In the past, coltan and other materials were mined, and nowadays beryllium is mined and is called the Simodi Beryllium Mining Site. Mining rights are complex. The Somaliland government has granted mining rights to China's African Resources Corporation (ARC.) However, local clans have complained that profits are not being returned to the local community. Somaliland government effectively controls Baki district, so the Federal Republic of Somalia has no real authority over it at all. However, there had been discussions between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Somalia a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baligubadle
Baligubadle is a town in the southern Maroodi Jeex region of Somaliland. The locality serves as the capital of the Baligubadle District, an administrative subdivision of the Maroodi Jeex region that was created in 1991 after regaining Somaliland independence, and straddles the border with the Somali Region of Ethiopia. History The town of Baligubadle served as the administrative headquarters of the SNM and played a crucial role in the formation of modern-day Somaliland. In March 1990, Baligubadle hosted the sixth Somali National Movement congress whereby the role of the House of Elders (Somaliland) was formally institutionalized under Article 4 of the Somali National Movement constitution. Additionally, the constitution of the Somali National Movement was adopted at the organisation's sixth congress in the town in 1990. Therefore, paving way for the future administration to govern for two years. Demographics The town's inhabitants are mostly pastoralist whereby t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
