In an unprecedented show of pan-African solidarity, Hon. David Nyang, State Minister for Cabinet Affairs of Upper Nile State, South Sudan, has delivered a stirring Independence Day message to the people of Somaliland, marking a significant diplomatic milestone for the unrecognized nation through The Advocate Post.
A Message That Resonates Across Africa
Dated Nyanginchar, 18 May, 2025, Minister Nyang’s letter celebrates Somaliland’s:
– 34 years of resilient self-governance
– Grassroots democratic institutions
– Peaceful conflict resolution mechanisms
– Unmatched stability in the Horn of Africa.
“Your journey rooted in resilience, unity, and an unwavering commitment to peace is a testament to the power of a people who refuse to be defined by adversity,” Nyang wrote, directly challenging the international community’s silence on Somaliland’s statehood.
Key Diplomatic Breakthroughs in the Letter
First-Ever Support for Recognition by a sitting South Sudanese official
Explicit Call for Sovereignty: “Your rightful place in the global family of nations is long overdue”
African-to-African Solidarity: Draws parallels between South Sudan’s liberation and Somaliland’s quest
Why This Matters Now
The letter arrives as Somaliland: – Expands Berbera Port with $1 billion investments – Signs new oil exploration deals with major firms – Welcomes record 20+ international delegations** for Independence Day
The Advocate Post’s Exclusive Role
This diplomatic overture follows The Advocate Post’s groundbreaking interview with Minister Nyang for April-May 2025 Issue in which Editor-in-Chief Abdul Rafay Afzal first broached Somaliland’s recognition question.
“Our publication persistent coverage has turned Somaliland’s story from a regional issue to a continental imperative,” said Afzal. “Minister Nyang’s letter proves truth has power.”