June 16th 2025
Message to the Somaliland Diaspora on the International Day of Family Remittances
Dear Members of the Somaliland Diaspora,
On this International Day of Family Remittances, the Diaspora Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation extends sincere congratulations and gratitude to the Somalilanders living abroad. Your contributions through remittances have reached a record close to $2 billion, accounting for 45% of Somaliland’s GDP, while thus Somaliland emerges as one of the top ten largest recipients of remittances in Sub-Saharan Africa. This remarkable achievement reflects your ongoing commitment to supporting families and communities at home.
Remittances are more than financial transfers. They represent the strong cultural ties, kinship, and social cohesion that connect Somalilanders worldwide. Your regular support helps provide essential needs, build resilience during crises, invest in businesses, and fund community development projects.
Your efforts are vital to Somaliland’s national development and the goals outlined in Somaliland Vision 2030. The government recognizes the important role you play in advancing economic growth and social stability. Your contributions have not gone unnoticed. The government of Somaliland recognizes and deeply appreciates the considerable role of our diaspora in the national development agenda. You are not only ambassadors of our culture and values abroad but also pillars of progress and stability at home.
As we mark this special day, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening the partnership between the government and the diaspora. We will continue to work tirelessly to create an enabling environment for your investments, safeguard your interests, and ensure that your voices are heard in shaping the future of Somaliland.
Thank you for your dedication and support. Together, we continue to build a stronger and more prosperous Republic of Somaliland.
Sincerely,
Ougbad Nassir Omar
Director, Diaspora Department