Somaliland
Somaliland is a state in Horn of Africa (North and West Africa) that has existed since 1991 CE. Its people spoke Cushitic languages (Somali, Oromo, Beja, Afar).
Self-declared republic in the former British protectorate that broke from Somalia in 1991. It holds regular elections but has no international recognition.
See Somaliland on the interactive timeline
Facts
- Dates
- 1991 CE to the present
- Duration
- 34 years
- Type
- State
- Region
- Horn of Africa, North and West Africa
- Language family
- Cushitic
- Capital
- Hargeisa
Events in North and West Africa during its time
- Arab Spring
Neighbours in North and West Africa
Elsewhere in the world at the same time
- Portuguese Empire
- United States
- United Kingdom
- Haiti
- Commonwealth of Australia
- Indonesia
- Republic of India
- People's Republic of China
- Soviet Union
- Soviet Union
Questions
When did Somaliland exist?
1991 CE to the present, about 34 years.
Where was Somaliland?
Horn of Africa, in North and West Africa. Its capital was Hargeisa.
What language did Somaliland speak?
Cushitic. This family includes Somali, Oromo, Beja, Afar.