Being a country, which a large number of its citizens have dispersed to the different parts of the globe, Somaliland needs an affordable communication infrastructure that will allow its people to maintain contact to the mainland. Hence, over the last decade, efforts aimed at strengthening the country's communication system, particularly telecommunication and Internet accessibility has been launched. Various telecommunication companies are providing Internet and e-mail services across the country so foreign visitors who would like to keep in touch with their friends and families back home will never have a hard time finding means to communicate. It must be noted, however, that most hotels in the country do not provide access to the Internet, unlike those you can find in the U.S., UK and Europe. You will have to find an Internet shop to be able to enjoy complete Internet access. Do not worry though because there are several cybercafe sprawling along the country's capital cities like Hargeisa and Berbera.
But if you want to enjoy unlimited access to the Internet without in the comfort of your own hotel room or just about any place you find comfortable connecting to the Web, we suggest that you bring your own Internet dongle. This mobile broadband is the best friend you can have when travelling to far-away, under-developed countries in the African region. With one, you can enjoy broadband, high-speed Internet connection anywhere and any time you like. With one, you can constantly update your friends on how your trip turns out. So include it in list your must-have gadgets for travel.