July 30, 2010
July 29, 2010
Mo Farah is British Somalilander who just won 10,000m Gold for Britian at European Championships
Mo Farah is British Somalilander who just won 10,000m Gold for Britian at European Championships
Mo Farah is British Somalilander
Mo Farah went from prankster to historymaker when he won Britain’s first gold medal here in Barcelona last night.
In the biggest race of his life, Farah led home a British one-two to take the European 10,000 metres title ahead of Chris Thompson.
In so doing he became the first British man to win the event at either a Europeans, World Championships or Olympic Games.
Not bad for a 27-year-old whose claim to fame used to be that he jumped naked into the River Thames off Kingston Bridge.
British distance legends Brendan Foster and David Bedford never managed it – winning 10,000m gold that is. Yet as the sun set on a perfectly clear day in the Catalan capital, mighty Mo – who came to London as a 10-year-old refugee from wartorn Somalia and was barely able to speak a word of English – wrote his name up in lights.
“Amazing,” he beamed as he wrapped himself in both the Union Jack and Somaliland flags and set out on an emotional lap of honour.
“One-two has never been done before and it feels so great, especially as I had big doubts in the winter.”
Mo Farah British Somaliland
Farah had collapsed with exhaustion at the end of the European Cross-Country Championships in Dublin in December.
Yet seven months later this race was his big chance and he knew it – the fastest runner in the one major championship out of reach of the allconquering Africans. And he had the motivation, having been denied European 5,000m gold by 0.09secs in Gothenburg four years ago.
Farah parked himself at the back at the start of the 25-lap test, easing himself into midfield on the third circuit before moving to the front with Thompson on lap 16.
As the leading pack thinned to six runners, he moved out of Thompson’s slipstream and stretched his legs, aware that Spanish rival Ayad Lamdassem was full of running.
Then Farah broke into a smile and challenged his opponent to take it on.
Lamdassem eased ahead but rather than panic, Farah turned round to Thompson and beckoned him on, as if to say ‘silver is yours for the taking pal’.
Farah then flicked the switch and powered clear all.
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Somaliland new President announces his cabinet
Somaliland new President announces his cabinet
President Ahmed Mohamed M. Silanyo
(Somalilandpress)
Hareigsa – Somaliland new president Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo announced today his cabinet for the next government of Somaliland. The cabinet includes 20 ministerial positions and six deputy of minister.
In a press conference at Hargeisa presidential palace, the new presidents addressed the nation and announced his cabinet. The cabinet is half of the previous government.
The cabinet includes two women ministers and one deputy minister. This is first time that Somaliland cabinet has this of number women representation. This is a fulfillment of President Silanyo campaign promises. The President made campaign promise that women will present 25% of his cabinet. This is seen a progressive move by Somaliland citizens and many women organizations have praised these appointees.
Before the president announced his cabinet, the president gave a long speech in which he detailed different aspects of the policy of the new government. He asked for the people’s support of the new government. He said that he chose his cabinet based on expertise and qualifications and after long consolation with intelligentsia of the country.
Also the president called for the release of all political prisoners, who are arrested under the previous government. The president called for the armed militia in Eastern part of the country to throw their arms and start constructive dialogue with the national government. He highlighted some of the goals of his government, which include the development in agriculture and fishery sectors fighting poverty and increasing social welfare services to the “Mujahidin of SNM.”
The president said that he will work closely with neighboring countries to increase cooperation to fight extremism and pirate activities in the India ocean. Mr. Silanyo called to make new allies in the Arab governments and China. He said that his government will fight corruption by increase transparency and holding official accountable.
Somaliland youth groups have expressed disappointment after the president made many promises to them during his campaign. The cabinet does not include any youth member.
“We are very happy that the new president appointed 3 women to ministerial positions. But we are disappointed that the president has forgotten about us. We are not blaming him personally. Until tribalism and nepotism cease to exist in our politics, the youth will not take on leadership positions that it deservers.” Nimco Aadan, youth organization member and employee of the UN Development programs told our reporter in Hargeisa.
The cabinet includes new faces in the political scene in Somaliland. The cabinet includes highly educated individuals who did not participate in politics of Somaliland. This has surprised many political observers, and it is seen a move to new direction.
List of cabinet positions.
1. Dr. Mohamed Abdoulahi Omar for the Secretary of Foreign Affairs.
2. Dr. Mohamed Abdi Gaboose for the Secretary of Interior and Domestic Affairs.
3. Dr. Sacad Ali Shire for the Secretary of Planning and Development .
4. Mr. Mohamed Haashi Emli for the Secretary of Treasury.
5. Mr. Hussein Ahmed Aidid for the Secretary of Transportation .
6. Samsam Cabdi Aadan for the Secretary of Education,
7. Dr. Hussein Mohamoud Mohamed for the Secretary of Health.
8. Xaaji. Adam Adami for the Secretary of Defense.
9. Abdirisaaq Khaliif Ahmed for the Secretary of Finance and industrial Development.
10. Dr. Ahmed Haashi Oday for Secretary of Rural Development and Environment.
11. Abdirisaaq Ibrahim Mohamed for the Secretary of Telecommunication and Postal Services.
12. Prof. Ismail Mumin Aare for Attorney General and Ministry of Justice Secretary.
13. Sheekh Khalil Abdilahi Ahmed for the Secretary of Religion.
14. Ilhaan Mohamed Yassin Hassan for the Secretary of labor and social welfare.
15. Dr. Mohamed Yasin Hassan for the Secretary of Fishery.
16. Dr. Hueesin Abdi Ducaal for the Secretary of Mining and Water Resources.
17. Mr. Mohamed Haashi Madar for the Secretary of Sports and.
18. Prof. Farah Elmi Mohamed for the Secretary of agriculture.
19. Mohamoud Haashi Abdi for the Secretary of Aviation.
20. Abdilaahi Jaamac for the Secretary of Press.
List of Deputies for Ministerial Positions:
1-Ali Haamoud Jbriir as the Deputy Secretary for Education.
2- Mohamaed Yoonis Awali as the Deputy Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
3-Osman Garad Soofe as the Deputy Secretary of Interior Minister.
4-Ali Abdi Saqi as the Deputy Secretary for Planning and Development.
5-Warsama Saeed Abdi for the Deputy Secretary of Finance.
6-Nimo Huessin Qawdhan for the Deputy Secretary of Health.
Reported by Abdiqani Baynax in Hargeisa & Mohamed Gulaid
July 28, 2010
New Somaliland president Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud Silanyo Sworn in
New Somaliland president Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud Silanyo Sworn in
New Somaliland president Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud Silanyo Sworn in
HARGEISA, Republic of SomaliLand — The newly-elected president of Somaliland was sworn in Tuesday following June polls widely acclaimed as peaceful and democratic.
Outgoing president Dahir Riyale Kahin handed over power to Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo during a ceremony at the presidential palace in the capital Hargeisa.
“I solemnly transfer power to the new president, my brother Ahmed Silanyo, who defeated me in the recent elections,” said Riyale, who had been in power since 2002.
“I will work with him by giving my support and I call upon all of you to unite in his support,” he added. “There is a huge and difficult task ahead of our brother so let us help him succeed in his work.”
Silanyo, who has a degree from the London School of Economics and runs the Kulmiye party, is Somaliland’s fourth president since the territory unilaterally proclaimed its independence from the rest of Somalia in 1991.
“I ask for your support to fulfil my commitments and, as of tomorrow, I will start appointing my government,” Silanyo said at the ceremony.
The elections were held on June 26, on the day of Somaliland’s 50th anniversary of independence from Britain.
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Former President of Somaliland Dahir Riyale Kahin Farewell
Thank You Mr Dahir Riyale Kahin on behalf of Somaliland
Former President of Somaliland Dahir Riyale Kahin Farewell
VIDEO:Former President of Somaliland Dahir Riyale Kahin Farewell-SoundTrack is Goodbye by Musicshake
July 21, 2010
Somaliland: Seven Arrested SSC Terrorist members Taken to Burco City
Somaliland: Seven Arrested SSC Terrorist members Taken to Burco City
Captured SSC Terrorist members by Somaliland Military
Burco: – Somaliland security officials have taken members of the (Sol Sanag and Ayn) SSC Terrorist group to Burco. The Seven Terrorist fighters were captured after they attack Wid-wid district in the Ayn region by Somaliland Military.
Reports from Burco’s main hospital indicate that there are two members of Somaliland forces who have been treated from injuries after fighting with the SSC Terrorist group. From SSC Terrorist side at least four casualties and dozen injuries reported.
Captured SSC Terrorist members by Somaliland Military
Names of the seven SSC Terrorist prisoners:
1 Cabdi Ismaaciil Maxamed
2 Cariif Maxamed Axmed
3 Xiis C/laahi Jaamac
4 Axmed Cabdi Jaamac
5 C/laahi Cismaan Cabdi
6 Cabdi Cismaan Yuusuf
7 Nuur Xasan Siciid
Source:Togdheer News
July 19, 2010
Wales Somaliland Community honoured and thank Rt Hon Alun Michael, MP for his support for Somaliland
Wales Somaliland Community honoured and thank Rt Hon Alun Michael, MP for his support for Somaliland
Wales Somaliland Community, has welcomed and praised Rt Hon Alun Michael, MP for Cardiff South & Penarth for taking the lead in re-launching Somaliland All Party Parliamentarian Group of both Houses of UK Parliament with membership of over 28 MPs and lords signing up at its first meeting.
Rt Hon Alun Michael MP presented with the historical photo of him and First Wales Somaliland Community Delegation to UK Parliament in October1988.
The full press release statement is below:
Wales Somaliland Community Praises
Cardiff MP, Rt Hon Alun Michael, On Taking the Lead to Re-launch Somaliland All Party Parliamentary Group at the UK Houses of Parliament
Cardiff, Wales, Friday,16th July, 2010
Wales Somaliland Community, has today welcomed and praised Rt Hon Alun Michael, MP for Cardiff South & Penarth for taking the lead in re-launching Somaliland All Party Parliamentarian Group of both Houses of UK Parliament with membership of over 28 MPs and lords signing up at its first meeting.
Mr. Abdirahman Ahmed Awad, Wales Somaliland Community’s Chairman and Mr. Abdikarim Abdi Adan, Director of Somaliland Community said: “On behalf of the whole community, we express our deep appreciation and gratitude and we take this opportunity to thank Cardiff South & Penarth MP, Rt. Hon. Alun Michael, MP and all the MPs and Lords, who join up together to re-establish and launch “Somaliland all party British parliamentary group at houses of parliament”.
This is great news from the UK Houses of Parliaments and is an added bonus to Somaliland, following last week’s statement from the British Prime Minister, who pledged to maintain UK engagement with Somaliland during the PM Question Time, Wednesday,7th July 2010”,
A historical picture of Wales Somaliland Community First Delegation to UK Parliament with Rt Hon Alun Michael MP in October 1988
The Wales Somaliland , “We will continue to work to be a bridge and an advocated in developing an effective and long lasting mutual partnership between our two countries institutions both Parliaments and Governments and our people. Our Somaliland community, in Wales will continue to play a crucial role as Ambassadors for the UK and Somaliland.”
Finally, Wales Somaliland Community, look forward to continue building on the excellent relationships already established with Somaliland Government, Somaliland Houses of Representatives/House of Elders and to furthering the co-operation with UK Government and UK Parliament for the mutual benefits of both our two nations.
We call on Somaliland Community in the UK to lobby their MP’s and Lords to join the Somaliland All Party of British Parliamentarian Groups of both Houses of UK Parliament, whom we, all appreciate their support and efforts on behalf of Somaliland.
- Mr. Abdikarim Abdi Adan, Director Mr. Abdirahman Ahmed ,Chairman
- Wales Somaliland Community Wales Somaliland Community
Note:
For further information Please contact : Mr. Abdikarim Abdi Adan, Director of Wales
Somaliland Communities Link – Mobile :- 07974120862
email:- abdi@walessomaliland.org
68 James Street,
Cardiff Bay,
Cardiff CF10 5EZ
July 18, 2010
VIDEO:Booliska Somaliland oo Gacanta Kusoo dhigay Hantida Dawlada ee ladhacay
VIDEO:Booliska Somaliland oo Gacanta Kusoo dhigay Hantida Dawlada ee ladhacay:
Lacag Foojari ah oo lagu Gubay Boorama,Somaliland.
July 12, 2010
VIDEO & PICTURE: Cesc bundled into Barca shirt by Spain team-mates at Spain World Cup 2010 Celebration
Cesc Fabregas
VIDEO & PICTURE: Cesc bundled into Barcelona shirt by Spain team-mates at Spain World Cup 2010 Celebration:
Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas is pictured below celebrating Spain’s World Cup triumph by being bundled into a Barcelona shirt by Blaugrauna stars Gerard Pique and Carlos Puyol.
Goalkeeper Pepe Reina, who didn’t play in the tournament, then proceeded to announce ‘Cesc Fabregas; future Barcelona and Spain player’.
Fortunately the 23-year-old was quick to take the shirt off after appearing rather embarrassed.
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VIDEO|Somaliland President Ahmed Mohamed Mohamud Silanyo Sent a Video Message to Somaliland Diaspora Community
President Ahmed Mohamed Mohamud Silanyo
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