Somaliland The Gateway to Art and Culture in Africa - (جمهورية صوماليلاند (أرض الصومال - Somaliland the Shining Sun of the Horn of Africa has operated as an Independent state for the last 21 years and has met international legal standards for “statehood”. What Somaliland lacks is formal recognition of its statehood and support possibly from Friendly States who believe in the spirit of progress for Africa.

Royal Proclamation of Queen Elizabeth II 25th June 1960:

A Royal proclamation of Queen Elizabeth II granted independence to the British Somaliland Protectorate at midnight 25th June, 1960 – and State of Somaliland came into being on 26June.

Aug 19, 2012

Somaliland: President Silanyo Congratulations Somalilanders on EID Ul-Fitr


By: Yusuf M Hasan HARGEISA (Somalilandsun) – Somalilanders have been wished a happy Eid Ul-Fitr that is commemorated after the holy month of Ramadan.

In a press statement released from the presidency, H.E Ahmed Mahmoud Silanyo, the president extended his personal wishes of good tidings and those of the government to all Somaliland national both in the country and in the diaspora. "I wish you happiness during celebrations for the Auspicious EID Ul-Fitr and pray to Allah that we all see a similar commemoration next year" Said the president.

President Silanyo further who prayed that Allah will grant Somalilanders and entire Muslim fraternity peace and happiness also prayed for the health of those suffering illnesses.

During EID Ul-Fitr celebrations I urge all to forgive those who have transgressed them as well as join hands in maintaining peaceful co-existence and nationalism The president informed that he will address the nation after EID prayers in which he will join them in Hargeisa.

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