Khatumo State, officially the Khatumo State of Somalia, is a proto-state in northern Somalia. Centred on the Sool, Sanaag and Cayn or SSC provinces, its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 2012. On 20 October 2017 in Aynabo, an agreement was signed with the Somaliland government which stipulated the amendment of Somaliland's constitution and to integrate the organisation into the Somaliland government . This signalled the end of the organisation even though it was an unpopular event amongst the Dhulbahante community.
History
Khatumo is derived from an Arabic term meaning a "positive conclusion." The administration's stated aim is to bring development and stability to the region through the establishment of a locally based government. Historically, the Sool, Sanaag and Cayn regions of Somalia served as the seats of both the Warsangeli Sultanate and the Dervish State. . Control of the territory is disputed between Khatumo State, the autonomous region of Somali Puntland, and the republic of Somaliland. The most popular slogan among official Khatumites is midnimada which roughly translates as unity. Many inhabitants previously self-referred as being denizens of SSC, although now it's mostly KS. According to the Northern Somali Unionist Movement, Khatumo State's precursor, NSUM stands for the promotion of peace, reconciliation and unity among all people from Somalia. The organization does not recognize the self-declared independence of Somaliland. It also opposes the 2007 occupation of the Sool province by Somaliland troops. In 2010, NSUM militants were involved in clashes between themselves and Somaliland militia near Widhwidh, in the Cayn region of Somalia. in October 2017 In 2012, the Khatumo State administration was finalized after a series of domestic and overseas conferences beginning in 2007 between prominent political figures, traditional leaders and local residents. The territory's capital was initially at Taleh. Since August 2014, Las Anod serves as Khatumo State's declared administrative center. In August 2016 Khatumo state commenced peace talks with Somaliland. The talks, however, caused a major disagreement between the president and vice-president of the administration, Ali Khalif Galaydh and Abdulle Agalule respectively, which eventually produced two separate administrations that both claimed to be the legitimate government. The group led by Ali Khalif reached an agreement with Somaliland, at the town of Aynabo in October 2017, which stipulated that under the condition of changing the constitution of Somaliland, the organisation would become integrated within the Somaliland government.
Government
The Khatumo State governmental authority is structured somewhat differently from Somalia's other autonomous regional administrations. At its establishment, it had three presidents, four councils and various ministerial positions. In August 2014, Member of the Federal Parliament of Somalia and former Prime Minister of Somalia Ali Khalif Galaydh was elected President of Khatumo State. He defeated former co-president Mohamed Yusuf Jama by 21 votes to 9. Assembly members, who had been appointed by traditional leaders, also selected Abdul Sulub as Vice President.
Eng. Mohamud Omar Isse - Chair of Khaatumo, North America. Khaatumo State, Somalia
Military
Khatumo maintains its own security forces. Exclusively financed by the state administration, they are tasked with assuring local security and defending the region's borders. According to Khatumo President Abdinuur Elmi Qaaji, the forces are well trained and armed. Khatumo troops have been deployed in defence operations against invading Somaliland troops in Buhoodle and other disputed towns within SSC territory. As of 2012, Khatumo forces are led by Abdirisak Fanah, with Omar Jama Saleiman serving as official spokesman.
Economy
Animal husbandry is the backbone of the economy of Khatumo State. Camel, cattle, goats, Oil Holhol wells and sheep are exported from the region and other parts of northern Somalia to neighboring Gulf Arab countries, such as Saudi Arabia. In rural areas, some farming is also practiced. Khatumo State's social and economic infrastructure is in the gradual process of rehabilitation after a prolonged period of conflict. Remittances sent by Somali expatriates to relatives in the region contribute significantly to the local economy. Through the construction of a new air transportation facility, Khatumo officials have sought to encourage the repatriation of SSC residents. The returnees would in turn be accommodated in newly built hotels, restaurants and other businesses, which would serve to create additional employment opportunities.
Transportation
Air transportation in Khatumo State is served by the Taleh Airport. The facility is named in honor of Sayyid Mohamed Abdullah Hassan, leader of the Dervish State. Air travel to Taleh Airport was planned and organized by Khatumo officials. On 4 December 2012, the airport hosted its inaugural flight from Mogadishu, the national capital. Additionally, the Ismail Mire International Airport began providing flights to and from Buuhoodle in April 2014.
Most Famous Khaatumo people
1. Ali Khalif Galaydh. 2. Ali Isse Abdi 3. Saado Ali Warsame 4. Abdi Bile 5. Mohamud Omar Isse
