August 20
Somalia: UN Calls for Protection of Aid Workers, Civilians in Somalia
The UN's top relief official in Somalia called on all parties to protect civilians and humanitarian workers in the country's conflict areas. Read more »
June 27
Somalia: Sodma Head Discusses Humanitarian Needs With SSC-Khaatumo Leader
Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) Commissioner Mohamud Moallim met with SSC-Khaatumo leader Abdikadir Firdhiye to discuss the region's humanitarian needs, emphasizing the… Read more »
June 26
Somalia: UN Official Highlights Ongoing Terrorist Threats, Dire Humanitarian Needs in Somalia
A UN official on Monday highlighted the ongoing terrorist threats and dire humanitarian needs in Somalia, urging global partners to provide funding to help improve the situation… Read more »
June 05
Somalia: Sodma Commissioner Meets With Somali Ambassadors to Address Humanitarian Issues
The Commissioner of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mahamuud Moallim, recently met with Somali ambassadors to Türkiye, Libya, Iraq, and Germany to discuss… Read more »
May 31
Somalia: Somalia Executions Surge in 2023, Amnesty Report Reveals
In 2023, Somalia experienced a significant increase in executions, with at least 38 individuals put to death, according to a recent report by Amnesty International. Read more »
May 08
Somalia: Amnesty International Accuses Somali Military of Civilian Killings in Drone Strikes
Amnesty International has released a new report accusing the Somali military of killing 23 civilians, including 14 children and five women, during drone strikes conducted with… Read more »
May 06
Somalia: Shabelle Media Network Celebrates 22 Years of Impactful Journalism in Somalia
On the 6th of May 2024, Shabelle Media Network marked its 22nd anniversary, celebrating over two decades of its commitment to delivering accurate news and insightful analysis to… Read more »
April 17
Somalia: Nusoj Demands Immediate Release of Journalist Detained By Nisa in Brazen Assault On Press Freedom
17 April 2024: The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) vehemently condemns the arbitrary arrest and overnight detention of independent journalist Hussein Abdulle Mohamed… Read more »
March 28
Morocco: NGOs Call On Morocco to Save 6 Men Sentenced to Death in Somalia
Non-governmental organizations in Morocco have called on their government to intervene and prevent the sentencing of six Moroccans to death in Somalia. Read more »
January 09
Somalia: Appalling Torture and Illegal Detention of Journalists in Somaliland Strangles Independent Journalism
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is profoundly horrified by the continued mistreatment of journalists from MM Somali TV, who were violently raided, physically… Read more »
December 16, 2023
Somalia: Somalia Court Hands Down Jail Sentences Against Isis Militants
A top military court in Somalia on Saturday announced prison sentences against convicted ISIS operatives held for terrorism charges. Read more »
June 17, 2023
Somalia: Al-Shabaab Executes Five Men On Espionage Charges
Al-Shabab publicly executed five people for alleged spying, in southern Somalia on Thursday, according to local media. Read more »
June 09, 2023
Somalia: Somalia Attends 2nd Arab Forum for Equality in Beirut
Somalia participated in the 2nd Arab Forum for Equality organized by the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) in Beirut, under the title "One Voice...… Read more »
June 01, 2023
Somalia: Puntland Bars Trade Envoy to Somali President From Leaving Garowe
The authorities of the Puntland state barred a senior presidential envoy from leaving Garowe for Mogadishu on Wednesday amid a brewing electoral stalemate. Read more »