May 02
Somalia: UN Special Representative Catriona Laing Bids Farewell to Southwest State of Somalia
The UN Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, recently concluded her farewell visits to the Southwest State of Somalia, where she met with President Abdiaziz Hassan… Read more »
April 30
Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Leads Meeting On Food Security and Nutrition
In a move towards addressing the pressing issue of food security and nutrition in Somalia, Hamza Abdi Barre, the Prime Minister of Somalia, recently presided over a high-level… Read more »
Somalia: Somali National Army and U.S. Special Forces Join Forces Against Al-Shabaab Militants
In a significant development in the ongoing fight against terrorism in Somalia, a special meeting was recently convened between Major General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhuddin, the Commander… Read more »
April 29
Somalia: Somali Government Condemns Killing of Hormuud Telecom Workers
In a shocking and tragic turn of events, six employees of Hormuud Telecom, Somalia's largest telecommunications company, lost their lives in a roadside blast on the outskirts of… Read more »
East Africa: Somali President Participates in the IDA21 Summit for African Heads of State in Nairobi
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Nairobi on the evening of April 28, 2024, to participate in the International Development Association (IDA) 21 for the African… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia - Six Hormuud Telecom Staff Killed in Tragic Mogadishu Blast
On the afternoon of April 28, 2024, a devastating explosion rocked the outskirts of Mogadishu, Somalia, claiming the lives of six employees of Hormuud Telecom, the country's… Read more »
April 27
Somalia: American Official Confirms to Shabelle TV That the US Stopped Food Rations to Danab Forces
The US has suspended the food rations provided to the Danab forces in Somalia due to the diversion of these rations and fuel intended for them, a senior US Embassy official… Read more »
April 26
Kenya: Massive Visa Scandal Unraveled At Indian Embassy in Kenya - Somali Patients Exploited
In a shocking revelation, an intricate network of corruption involving Somali, Kenyan, and Indian nationals has been exposed within the Indian Embassy in Kenya. These groups are… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Defense Ministry Investigates Diversion of Rations for Elite Danab Forces
In a significant development, the Somali Defence Ministry has confirmed the diversion of rations intended for the elite US-trained Danab forces, a unit within the Somali National… Read more »
April 24
Somalia: Somali PM Hosts Dinner for Turkish Navy Officers, Marking New Chapter in Bilateral Relations
In a significant display of the strengthening ties between Somalia and Turkey, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, the Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, hosted a dinner for… Read more »
Somalia: High-Level Meeting Between Somali and U.S. Defence Officials Takes Place in Nairobi
In a significant development for regional security and cooperation, a high-level meeting was recently held in Nairobi between officials from the Federal Government of Somalia's… Read more »
April 23
Somalia: Historic Arrival of Turkish Warship in Mogadishu Marks New Era in Bilateral Relations
In a significant display of military cooperation and partnership, the first Turkish warship has docked at the port of Mogadishu, Somalia. This momentous occasion coincides with a… Read more »
April 22
Somalia: UN Says Heavy Rains to Affect About 770,000 People in Somalia
The upcoming heavier normal Gu rains and floods in 22 districts of Somalia are expected to affect some 770,000 people, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs… Read more »
April 19
Somalia: Galmudug State Claims Victory in War Against Al-Shabaab
In a recent announcement, Galmudug's Minister of Information, Abshir Abdi Shikow, revealed that the Al-Shabaab group is now severely depleted within the state's territories. Read more »
Somalia: EU Warns Against Ransom Payments to Somali Pirates
The European Union (EU) has issued a stern warning against paying ransom to Somali pirates, citing concerns that such payments could fuel further hijackings in the Indian Ocean and… 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 »
Somalia: Food Insecurity Plagues Somalia's Displaced
In Somalia, an estimated 4 million people--or one-fifth of the population--face acute food insecurity; 3.8 million people are displaced from their homes; and 1.7 million children… Read more »
April 16
Somalia: Somalia's Finance Minister Engages in High-Level Talks in Washington
Somalia's Finance Minister Bihi Iman Cige is currently in Washington D.C. for the spring conference hosted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Read more »
April 11
Kenya: Kenya and Somalia Agree to Combat Terrorism and Insecurity
President William Ruto of Kenya and President Hassan Mohamud of Somalia held a meeting at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, focusing on joint initiatives to combat terrorism and… Read more »
April 09
Africa: AU Requests Funding for Post-ATMIS Somalia Mission
The African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) has demanded adequate, sustainable, and predictable funding for the soon-to-be-established follow-up mission in Somalia. Read more »
April 08
Somalia: Salaam Air Flight Makes Emergency Landing At Mogadishu Airport
In a dramatic turn of events, a local passenger carrier operated by Saacid Air under Salaam Air made an emergency landing at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, Somalia. Read more »
April 07
Somalia: Somali PM Hamza Abdi Barre Reshuffles Cabinet
In a long-awaited move to reshape the government, Somali Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre has announced the reshuffling of his cabinet on Sunday. Read more »
April 04
Somalia: Somalia Expels Ethiopian Ambassador As Tensions Rise Over Port Deal
In a significant escalation of tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia, Somalia has sent back the Ethiopian ambassador and closed two consulates in the semi-autonomous region of… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Cabinet Reinstates Sanbaloshe As Nisa Director
In Thursday's weekly cabinet meeting, Somalia's cabinet made a significant decision regarding the country's intelligence agency, which is funded by the US. Read more »
Somalia: 9 Pirates Caught Off Somalia Coast By Navy Brought to India Placed Under Arrest By Mumbai Police
Mumbai, (PTI) The Mumbai police arrested nine pirates who were brought to India on Wednesday, days after the Navy caught them for hijacking an Iranian fishing vessel with 23… Read more »