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Somaliland President Freezes Internet Price Hike Amid Protests

8/11/2025

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In a swift response to public outcry and looming protests, Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Cirro has halted telecom giants Telesom and Somtel from doubling internet prices. The current rates will stay intact as the government engages in discussions with the companies, just as Somalia embraces the promise of Starlink's high-speed satellite internet.

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In a swift response to public outcry and looming protests, Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Cirro has halted telecom giants Telesom and Somtel from doubling internet prices. The current rates will stay intact as the government engages in discussions with the companies, just as Somalia embraces the promise of Starlink's high-speed satellite internet.