SAFETY AND SECURITY:

Since there is not any diplomatic presence in Somalia, governments cannot provide services to their citizens in Somalia.

Somaliland and Puntland have however experienced a level of stability that has not been present in other parts of Somalia. However, travelers should always check current conditions in any region before traveling. There has been several fatal attacks against international relief workers, including Westerners, throughout Somalia and Somaliland in late 2003 and early 2004.

Additionally, there have been recent threats against Westerners in Somalia, including Somaliland, and all visitors are urged to restrict their movements in the region. Persons traveling to or through this area should also be aware that incidents such as armed road banditry and/or boat assaults may occur. Civil unrest persists in the rest of the country.

 HAFZA’S COMMENTS

All of the HAFZA free zones will be securely fenced (like all other International free zones) with boarder patrols provided by the Puntland government.  Internal security is to be provided by HAFZA.  Travel outside the Free Zones will be restricted during the early days of development pending the government establishing full acceptable law and order. During this time, any travel outside the free zones will depend on the particular region for travel and the need for additional security personnel.