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The authorities in the self-declared republic of Somaliland have banned the establishment of private radio stations, the official Radio Hargeysa reported on Tuesday.
A circular issued by the Somaliland information ministry said that until broadcasting regulations were laid down, there would be no private radio stations because of the "potential dangers" of such operations.
"No other voice can be heard on the air waves except Radio Hargeysa, which is the national voice," the statement said.
It said any broadcasting equipment already in the country should be surrendered to the information ministry. "Anyone found opposing the contents of the circular will be brought before a court of law," the statement added.
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