June 15
Somalia: Puntland President Deni Condemns Exhumation of Graves in Mogadishu
In his annual address to the Puntland regional parliament, President Said Abdullahi Deni expressed deep concern over the Federal Government's decision to exhume graves at the… Read more »
Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Leads Crucial Peace, Security, and Trade Talks in Somalia
In an important gathering held in the Federal Republic of Somalia, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud convened a high-level meeting to discuss critical issues of peace, international… Read more »
June 14
Somalia: Somali President Establishes Four New Specialized Commands for the Army
In a significant move towards enhancing the operational capabilities of the Somali National Army (SNA), President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, acting on a proposal from the Minister of… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Minister of Transport and Aviation Discusses Road Safety With UN Special Envoy
The Minister of Transport and Aviation, Fardowsa Osman Egal, accompanied by the Director General of the Ministry, Bashir Moallim Ali Hassan, recently held a productive meeting with… Read more »
June 13
Somalia: Somali Cabinet Discusses Exit of African Union Troops
In a significant move towards strengthening government accountability and transparency, the Somali Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre, has approved new regulations for… Read more »
Somalia: Qatar Amir, Somali President Discuss Ways to Boost Bilateral Relations in Phone Call
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed with the President of the sisterly Federal Republic of Somalia HE Hassan Sheikh Mahmud, bilateral relations… Read more »
June 12
Somalia: Somali President Addresses Community in Norway, Discusses Achievements and Anti-Terrorism Efforts
The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, recently met with the Somali community in Norway to discuss the government's progress in stabilizing the country, improving… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Deputy Minister Denies Conflict With Islamic Scholars, Promises Resolution
The Deputy Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs of the Somali Government, Salah Sharif Sayid-Ali, has denied the existence of a conflict between the senior leadership of… Read more »
June 11
Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Announces Unified Training Program for National Army
In a significant move towards strengthening the Somali National Army, the Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, Hamza Abdi Barre, announced plans to unify all… Read more »
Somalia: Somali President Hassan Sheikh Meets With Norway's PM in Oslo
The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Norway, Jonas Gahr Støre, in Oslo. Read more »
Somalia: More Bodies Discovered After Al-Shabaab Attack in Galmudug State Foiled
The National Armed Forces of [Country] have discovered the bodies of 10 terrorists linked to the recent attack on an army forward operating base in the Eldher district of Galmudug… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Minister Visits Somali Community in Columbus, Ohio, U.S.
Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, and his delegation arrived in Columbus, Ohio, United States. The purpose of their… Read more »
June 10
Somalia: Former Somali President Calls for Peace in Galgaduud Region
Former President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, known as Farmajo, has issued a call for peace in the ongoing tribal conflict in the Galgaduud region. Read more »
Somalia: Somali Government Forces Capture Key Town in Jubaland State
Somali government forces, with support from Jubbaland state's soldiers have seized control of Buulo-Haji, a key town located 80 kilometers south of Kismayo in the Lower Jubba… Read more »
Somalia: Somali President Hassan Sheikh Arrives in Norway for Oslo Forum 2024
The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, arrived in Oslo, Norway on Sunday night for a three-day working visit. Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Denies Receiving Official Communication On Troop Withdrawal From Somalia
In a recent development, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia has denied receiving any official communication from the Somali government regarding the withdrawal of… Read more »
June 06
Somalia: Somali Military Court Executes Three Men for Murder of Two Brothers
In a significant move aimed at curbing the rising incidents of revenge killings in central Somalia, a military court in Galmudug State executed three men in a public square in… Read more »
Somalia: Former Somali President Farmajo Congratulates Nation On Election to UN Security Council
Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo expressed his congratulations to the people of Somalia on the nation's election to the United Nations Security Council as a… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Security Council Seat Seen as Testament to Progress
In a significant development for the East African nation, Somalia has been elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) following a voting… Read more »
Somalia: Strengthening Bonds - Somalia and South Korea Forge Partnership for Mutual Growth
In a significant diplomatic move, the Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hamsa Abdi Barre, recently met with his South Korean counterpart, Prime Minister Han… Read more »
Somalia: Tensions Rise in Puntland As Police Boss Accuses PSF of Repeated Attacks
A heightened tensions reported in Puntland's Bosaso city with the region's Police Commander, Muumin Abdi Shire, has issued a strong complaint against the Puntland Security Force… Read more »
June 05
Somalia: Somali Army Commander Visits Italy, Discusses Strengthening Cooperation
The commander of the Somali National Army, General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhyadin, recently visited Italy, where he was accompanied by the commander of the Italian government, Admiral… Read more »
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 »
Africa: Somali PM Hamza Abdi Barre Meets With Koica President At Korea-Africa Summit
At the 2024 Korea-Africa Summit in Seoul, H.E. Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre held talks with the President of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), Chang Won Sam. Read more »
Somalia: Somali National Army and Local Forces Withdraw From Middle Shabelle Region Amid Rising Tensions
The reports from war frontlines indicate that the Somali National Army (SNA) and local forces have withdrawn from areas along the banks of the Shabelle River in the Middle Shabelle… Read more »