By Goth Mohamed Goth
Hargeisa – The President of the Republic of Somaliland, His Excellency Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro), today embarked on a working visit to the Salaxlay district, where he laid the foundation stones for various crucial development projects aimed at improving the lives of the local community.
These projects, which are part of the broader development and implementation plan of the Wadajir (Unity) Government, include:
1. The Construction of a Somaliland Bank Branch in Salaxlay District: To accelerate the provision of financial services and boost the local economy.
2. The Expansion of Healthcare Services: To provide modern and accessible healthcare for the community. The President laid the foundation for a new operating theatre and a dental unit, which will be added to the district hospital.
3. The Construction and Development of the Salaxlay Football Pitch: To provide a place for the youth of the district to train, play, and be encouraged to participate in sports.
4. The Construction of a Fire Station for Salaxlay Town: This will significantly contribute to saving property and lives in the event of fire disasters and other emergencies requiring rapid response.
5. The Drilling of New Water Wells: This will greatly alleviate the water needs of the community, particularly for both livestock and the residents.
Finally, the President urged the community of Salaxlay District to protect these projects and to work together for the development of Salaxlay.
Similarly, the President noted that these projects demonstrate the government’s priority for developing and providing services to both rural and urban districts across the country.