Hargeisa: Abdul Rafay Afzal, Editor-in-Chief of The Advocate Post, held a meeting with Abdi Mahad Ali, Chief Executive Officer of Horn Petroleum, at the company’s head office in Hargeisa to discuss potential areas of collaboration and economic development initiatives.
The meeting brought together media and industry perspectives to explore opportunities in the energy sector and broader development projects within the region. During the discussion, both sides exchanged views on emerging opportunities in petroleum products, lubricants distribution, real estate investment, and other strategic development projects that could contribute to economic growth in Somaliland and the wider Horn of Africa region.
Afzal highlighted the growing international interest in Somaliland’s economic potential and emphasized the role that responsible journalism and policy dialogue can play in facilitating partnerships between investors, businesses, and public institutions. He noted that platforms such as The Advocate Post seek to promote constructive engagement and highlight development opportunities in emerging markets.
CEO Abdi Mahad Ali provided an overview of Horn Petroleum’s operations and its vision for expanding energy-related services and infrastructure in Somaliland. The conversation also touched on the importance of strengthening private sector capacity, encouraging investment in energy logistics, and exploring complementary sectors such as property development and commercial infrastructure.
Participants in the meeting also discussed how improved media visibility and international engagement could support Somaliland’s efforts to attract investment and strengthen economic cooperation with global partners.
As a gesture of goodwill and appreciation for the engagement, Abdul Rafay Afzal presented a souvenir to Abdi Mahad Ali during the visit.
The meeting concluded with both sides expressing interest in maintaining dialogue and exploring future opportunities for cooperation in sectors that support economic development and regional connectivity.
Horn Petroleum is among the emerging energy companies operating in Somaliland, focusing on petroleum supply, lubricants distribution, and related infrastructure development while The Advocate Post is an internationally circulated publication covering global affairs, law, business, and development issues across multiple regions including Africa, Asia, and the Pacific.
