Somalia: Opposition Leaders Welcome President's Political Dialogue Call--but With Tough Preconditions

Mogadishu, -- In a significant political development, Somalia's key opposition alliance, Madasha Samata-bixinta Mucaaradka (The Opposition Salvation Forum), has officially welcomed… Read more »

Somalia: Galmudug President Launches Voter Registration Drive for One-Person, One-Vote Elections

Dhuusamareeb - In a significant step toward democratic governance, the President of Galmudug State, Ahmed Abdi Kariye (Qoor-Qoor), officially launched the voter registration… Read more »

Africa: Somalia Participates in Africa Day Celebration Held in India

- Somalia's Ambassador to India, Dr. Abdullahi Mohamed Odowa, along with diplomats from the Somali Embassy and members of the Somali diaspora leadership, participated in the Africa… Read more »

Somalia: Elon Musk Resigns From U.S. Government Efficiency Post - What's Behind the Sudden Exit?

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tech billionaire Elon Musk, the renowned founder and CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has officially stepped down from his position as Director of the Office for… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Army and Ma'awiisley Militia Drive Al-Shabaab Out of Abooreey in Major Offensive

Hiiraan, Somalia - In a decisive blow to Al-Shabaab's presence in central Somalia, the Somali National Army (SNA), backed by local Ma'awiisley fighters, launched a strategic… Read more »

Somalia: MSF Warns of Escalating Sexual Violence in Darfur, Urges Urgent Protection and Medical Support

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has issued a stark warning over the alarming surge in sexual violence in Sudan's Darfur region, describing the scale of suffering--affecting women,… Read more »

Somalia: Opposition Leaders' Summit Enters Second Day Amid Push for Unified Political Front

MOGADISHU -- The national summit of Somalia's opposition political leaders has entered its second day in Mogadishu, continuing intensive deliberations aimed at forging a unified… Read more »

Somalia: Prime Minister Hamse - 'The Late General Morgan Played a Vital Role in Defending the Country'

The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Hamse Abdi Barre, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family, relatives, and the entire Somali nation… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Strengthens Military Ties With Turkey Amid Waning U.S. Influence in Africa

MOGADISHU - The Federal Government of Somalia is deepening its military and security cooperation with Turkey in a strategic shift aimed at reinforcing its fight against the… Read more »

Somalia: Minister Beene-Beene Launches Second Edition of Somalia's Economic Forecast Report

MOGADISHU - Somalia's Federal Minister of Planning, Investment and Economic Development, H.E. Mahmoud Abdirahman (Beene-beene), officially opened the second edition of Somalia's… Read more »

Somalia: General Morgan - Former Defense Minister of Somalia's Last Central Government Dies in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya --General Mohamed Said Hersi "Morgan", the last Defense Minister of Somalia under the former central government and a key figure in the country's military history,… Read more »

Somalia: Opposition Leaders Convene in Mogadishu Amid Rising Tensions Over Electoral Process

MOGADISHU - Somalia's top opposition leaders have gathered today in the capital Mogadishu for a high-level political conference that is expected to define their collective stance… Read more »

Somalia: U.S. Conducts Airstrike in Somalia's Lower Juba Region With Somali Government Support

MOGADISHU - The Federal Government of Somalia has officially confirmed that the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), in coordination with Somali security forces, conducted a… Read more »

Sudan: Sudan On the Brink of a Public Health Catastrophe As Cholera Death Toll Mounts

KHARTOUM - War-torn Sudan is facing an impending public health disaster, with the rapid spread of cholera and other deadly diseases threatening to claim thousands of lives. The… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Military Court Sentences Soldier to Death for Killing Comrade Over Cigarette Dispute

MOGADISHU - Somalia's Military Court on Wednesday sentenced a soldier to death by firing squad after he was found guilty of fatally shooting his fellow serviceman during a heated… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Participates in High-Level Global Summit On Maternal and Child Health in Geneva

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND -- Somalia has once again reaffirmed its commitment to reducing maternal and child mortality by participating in a crucial international summit focused on… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Cuts Military Ties With Germany Over Diplomatic Row

Kampala, Uganda - The government of Uganda has officially severed its military cooperation with Germany, following allegations that the German Ambassador to Uganda, Mathias… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Rejects Somaliland's Plan to Open Diplomatic Office in Nairobi

The government of Kenya has announced that a new diplomatic office Somaliland intends to open in Nairobi does not have official authorization. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Clarifies Stance - 'We Only Recognize the Federal Government of Somalia'

Nairobi - The Government of Kenya has issued a clear statement reaffirming its commitment to the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political unity of the Federal Republic of… Read more »

Somalia: Sharif Thanks Erdogan for Turkey's Support During India Standoff, Vows to Boost Ties in Key Sectors

In a high-profile diplomatic engagement amid rising regional tensions, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on Sunday… Read more »

Somalia: PM Xamsa Barre Lauds Ministry of Religious Affairs for Leadership in Public Service Reform During Inspection Visit

Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, paid an official inspection visit to the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs on Sunday,… Read more »

Africa: Somalia Commemorates Africa Day, Reaffirms Commitment to Unity, Justice, and Continental Progress

Mogadishu, Somalia - The Federal Government of Somalia today formally commemorated Africa Day, marking the anniversary of the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) on… Read more »

Somalia: Former National Football Player Killed in Mogadishu - Police Apprehend Key Murder Suspect in Hodan District

In a swift response to a high-profile homicide case that has sparked public outrage and sorrow across Somalia's sports and civic communities, the Somali Police Force has arrested a… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Livestock Minister Attends 92nd World Animal Health Summit in Paris, Calls for Stronger Global Partnerships.

The Federal Minister of Livestock, Forestry and Range of Somalia, Hon. Hassan Hussein Mohamed, alongside senior officials from his ministry, participated in the 92nd General… Read more »

Somalia: Major Political Dialogue Meeting Between Registered Parties and Federal Government Kicks Off in Mogadishu

Mogadishu -- A significant dialogue meeting involving registered political parties and senior officials from the Federal Government of Somalia officially commenced today in… Read more »