August 18
Somalia: Somalia's Official Information Bill Draws International Criticism
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) has joined a chorus of international voices expressing grave concern over Somalia's proposed Official Information Bill (OIB),… Read more »
August 15
Egypt: Ambassador Ali Abdi Aware Welcomes Defense Deal Between Somalia and Egypt
Ambassador Ali Abdi Aware, Somalia's Ambassador to Egypt, has issued a press release celebrating the outcomes of the recent summit between President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of… Read more »
Somalia: Reformist Candidate Abdimalik Yusuf Declares His Bid for Galmudug Presidency
Abdimalik Yusuf Mohamud, a renowned academic and media mogul, has thrown his hat into the ring for the presidency. Known for his deep understanding of regional dynamics and a… Read more »
Somalia: Former President Farmaajo Slams Government Over Bajaj Driver Crackdown in Mogadishu
Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has criticized the government's response to recent protests by auto-rickshaw, or Bajaj, drivers in Mogadishu over increased… Read more »
Somalia: President Sisi Hails Deeply-Rooted, Robust Ties With Somalia
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El Sisi hailed on Wednesday the deeply-rooted and robust ties between Egypt and Somalia. Read more »
August 14
Somalia: Somali Forces Strike Back - Al-Shabaab Militants Ambushed in Galmudug
In a significant blow to the militant group Al-Shabaab, the Somali National Army (SNA), in collaboration with local forces, executed a daring ambush near the Galcad district of the… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Visits Egypt for Strategic Talks
In a move aimed at bolstering the longstanding ties between Egypt and Somalia, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of the Federal Republic of Somalia has arrived in Cairo for a two-day… Read more »
August 13
Ethiopia: Somalia-Ethiopia Talks in Ankara Collapse Over Somaliland Sea Deal - Sources
The recent indirect talks between Somalia and Ethiopia in Ankara have reportedly collapsed, according to sources. Read more »
Somalia: UN - 39 Die in Somalia Armed Clashes in 2 Months
At least 39 people were killed in recent inter-clan clashes in Somalia in the past two months, the United Nations humanitarian agency said on Monday. Read more »
August 12
Somalia: Somali President Meets Rwandan Counterpart to Boost Ties
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with his Rwandan counterpart, Paul Kagame, in Kigali on Monday to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations between the two nations. Read more »
Somalia: Somali President Attends Rwandan President Paul Kagame's Inauguration
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud joined several African leaders and dignitaries in Kigali, Rwanda, on Sunday to attend the inauguration of President Paul Kagame. Read more »
Kenya: Somalia and Kenya Discuss Regional Challenges and Cooperation in Kigali Meeting
The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, met with his Kenyan counterpart, President William Samoei Ruto, in Kigali, Rwanda. Read more »
East Africa: Somali, and Turkish Leaders Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Stability
On Sunday, His Excellency President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia held a phone call with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of the Republic of Türkiye. Read more »
August 08
Somalia: Somalia's Cabinet Takes a Bold Step Towards Democratic Election By 2026
Somalia's cabinet during its weekly cabinet on Thursday approved two groundbreaking bills that could potentially revolutionize the electoral system. Read more »
Djibouti: Egypt and Djibouti Pledge Support to New AU Peacekeeping Mission in Somalia
In a significant development for regional stability efforts, Egypt and Djibouti have offered to contribute to a fresh African Union (AU) peacekeeping mission in Somalia. Read more »
August 07
Somalia: Somali Minister Attends Conference On Combating Terrorism in Saudi Arabia
The Minister of Religious Affairs and Endowment, Mukhtar Robow, attended the 9th Conference of Ministries of Endowment and Religious Affairs in the Muslim World in Mecca, Saudi… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Police Special Unit Officers Complete Training At Mogadishu Camp
Minister of Internal Security Abdullahi Fartag has officially closed the training program for officers of the Somali Police special unit (Haramcad) at the General Kahiye Police… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Cabinet Appoints 12 Ambassadors and 2 Consuls General in Historic Move
The Council of Ministers of the Federal Government of Somalia convened an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday night in Mogadishu, chaired by the Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Cabinet Pledges Support for Lido Beach Blast Victims
In a significant move towards aiding those affected by the tragic Lido Beach explosion, the Cabinet of Ministers of Somalia has announced a substantial financial relief package. Read more »
August 05
Somalia: Puntland Forces Seize Weapons, Arrest Suspects in Ongoing Security Operations
The Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF) and the Puntland Intelligence Security Agency (PISA) have successfully confiscated a large cache of weapons and explosives in Bosaso,… Read more »
August 04
Somalia: African Leaders Condemn Horrific Attack in Mogadishu, Call for Increased Collaboration
African leaders have strongly condemned the horrific terror attack that took place at Lido Beach in Mogadishu, which left at least 37 victims dead and more than 240 others injured. Read more »
August 02
Somalia: Somalia President Hosts Banquet for Clerics At Palace
The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who hosted a dinner in honor of the religious leaders who participated in the Second Conference of the Somali clercis, welcomed the… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Special Forces Deal Blow to Al-Shabaab in Lower Jubba Region
In a significant victory against the Al-Shabaab militant group, the special forces of the Danab commando of the Somali army, along with Jubbaland forces, launched a successful… Read more »
Somalia: Ethiopia Downplays Recruitment Concerns Amid Al-Shabaab and Isis Threat
Ethiopia has downplayed concerns about its citizens joining the ranks of Al-Shabaab and ISIS in Somalia, stating that it is not a major concern for the country. Read more »
August 01
Somalia: Somalia Condemns Killing of Hamas Political Leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran
The Federal Government of Somalia has strongly condemned the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, a prominent leader of the Palestinian group Hamas, in Tehran, Iran. Read more »