By Zamzam Daqare - Reporter
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HARGEISA, 29 October 2026 Somaliland has banned people from its territories from participating in Somalia's political activities, warning that violators could face legal action.
The directive, dated Wednesday 28 October and signed by Minister of Interior and Security Abdalle Mohamed Arab, described such participation as an offence against Somaliland's independence and existence.
The ban applies to all people originating from Somaliland, including government officials, politicians, traditional leaders, academics, organisations and other sections of society.
The ministry cited Law No. 71/2025 governing the separation of powers between government and independent institutions, as well as a resolution issued by both houses of parliament on 11 October 2003.
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The directive also warned against activities Somaliland considers harmful to its independence and instructed security agencies to bring accused individuals before courts.
It called on people living within its territories and abroad to refrain from activities it said could undermine its existence and statehood.
However, the directive did not specify which political activities were covered, the penalties for violations or the procedures for enforcement.
Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991, but the Federal Government of Somalia continues to regard it as part of its territory. Its independence is not recognised by the United Nations.