02/06/2026
> 👉 It is often said that Somaliland belongs to all its people, but the visible reality shows that development and public services have been concentrated largely in certain cities. For the past 35 years, the western regions, particularly the Issa-inhabited areas, have not benefited from quality roads, modern hospitals, adequate schools, or government services comparable to those available in other parts of the country.
Cities such as Hargeisa, Berbera, Burao, and Gabiley have witnessed significant development in many sectors, while towns like Saylac, Lughaya, and other western localities continue to face major shortages in infrastructure and basic public services. This raises an important question: what has caused this evident disparity?
Considering that the customs revenues generated from Lowyacado and Saylac are among the country's major sources of income, the local population has the legitimate right to expect that a fair share of the taxes and revenues collected from their region be reinvested in the essential services and development projects they need.
A nation is built on justice, equality, and collective effort. When fairness and equal opportunities are lacking, social cohesion and stability are put at risk. Therefore, today the Issa community must seek and secure its constitutional rights, including equitable development, efficient public services, and road networks that connect their regions, in order to achieve genuine equality and inclusive progress.
