Are there radio stations in Somaliland?

There are no privately owned commercial radio stations in Somaliland. Public television services are provided by the Government’s owned National Television Station (Somaliland National TV), Horn cable TV, Bulsho TV, and Star TV, etc. Satellite television is available and DSTV provides a large range fee-based cable channel services.

What is Somaliland's telecommunications sector?

Somaliland’s telecoms sector has been funded by entrepreneurs and backed by expertise from China, Korea and Europe, these nascent telecommunications firms offer affordable mobile phone and internet services that are not available in many other parts of the continent.

How does Somaliland's telecoms work?

Somaliland’s telecoms consumers are able to make the cheapest local and international calling rates in the world. Customers can conduct money transfers and other banking activities via mobile phones, as well as easily gain wireless access.

How is telecommunications regulated in Somaliland?

Somaliland’s Telecommunications Sector is regulated by the Ministry of Posts & Telecommunications based in the national capital, Hargeisa. On 13th June 2011, the House of Elders passed the law, without any amendments, on an overwhelming majority of 75 for, 1 against and none abstaining.

Could a lack of standardization affect Somaliland's telecoms sector?

This lack of standardization in Somaliland’s telecoms sector could potentially have serious repercussions for the sector and limit the ability of the state to broaden their tax revenues among Somaliland’s leading operators.

What services does Somalia have?

Communications in Somalia include telecommunications, internet, radio, print, TV, and postal services, largely driven by the private sector. Some telecom companies have expanded internationally. The federal government runs two official radio and TV networks, alongside private and foreign outlets.