Reflecting on his first visit to Hargeisa, Lumumba shared a striking anecdote about local money changers leaving cash unattended during prayers, a testament to Somaliland’s trust and security. “I told them, don’t try this in other parts of Africa—you will not find the money,” he quipped, highlighting the nation’s unique social fabric.
Lumumba also celebrated the progress of Unity University in Hargeisa, which he helped establish through his foundation. Now boasting over 1,300 students, the university will soon host the Pan-African Institute, with a trade delegation planned for August, an initiative approved by the President’s office.
Addressing critics who claim recognizing Somaliland threatens Pan-African unity, Lumumba eloquently countered: “When children leave home to build their own, the family grows stronger.” He argued that Somaliland’s self-determination strengthens Africa’s collective future, urging the President to champion this vision and the African Union’s reparations agenda across the continent.
With confidence in Somaliland’s diplomatic potential, Lumumba praised the President’s humility and experience, predicting global acceptance through persistent diplomacy. “May God bless Somaliland and Africa,” he concluded, calling for the continent to learn from Somaliland’s peace and resilience.