May 21
Somalia: Tropical Cyclone Laly Threatens Coastal Areas
The National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) has issued a warning about the potential impact of Tropical Cyclone Laly, which is currently brewing in the Indian Ocean. Read more »
Somalia: Somali Federal Government and Regional Leaders Visit Lido Beach in Mogadishu
In a show of unity and progress, the Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E Hamza Abdi Barre, was joined by the Presidents of Jubbaland, Galmudug, and Hirshabelle… Read more »
May 20
Somalia: Somali President Receives Russian Ambassador At the State House
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with the Russian Ambassador to Djibouti and Somalia, Mikhail Golovanov, at the State House in Mogadishu. The meeting, held on May 20,… Read more »
Somalia: Mogadishu Expands As President Recognizes Three New Districts
Mogadishu, the bustling capital of Somalia, is set to expand as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud issues a decree recognizing three new districts in the Banadir region. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Extends Condolences to Iran Following Tragic Helicopter Crash
In the wake of a devastating helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other senior officials, the… Read more »
May 17
Somalia: Strengthening Bilateral Ties - PM Hamza Meets Kuwaiti Counterpart At Arab League Summit
In a significant diplomatic move, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre of Somalia met with his Kuwaiti counterpart, Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, on the sidelines of the 33rd… Read more »
May 16
Somalia: Somalia's Cabinet Discusses Defense Agreement With Kenya
In a recent weekly meeting chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister, Salah Jama, the cabinet of Somalia was briefed on the country's security updates by the Defence and Internal… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and Iraq Strengthen Ties in High-Level Talks
In a significant diplomatic move, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre of Somalia and President Abdul Latif Rashid of Iraq convened in Manama, Bahrain, on the sidelines of the 33rd… Read more »
Djibouti: Somali Parliament Speaker Meets With Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh
In a significant diplomatic move, Somali Parliament Speaker Sheikh Aden Madobe met with Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh on May 16, 2024. Read more »
May 14
Somalia: Strengthening Bilateral Relations - Somalia's Minister of Interior Meets With Saudi Ambassador
On May 14, 2024, H.E Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh, the Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation of the Federal Government of Somalia, met with the Ambassador of the Kingdom… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi Attends Key Meetings At Bahrain Summit
Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi recently participated in significant events at the 33rd Arab Summit in Manama, Bahrain. Fiqi joined his counterparts from the Arab League… Read more »
May 13
Somalia: Ambassador Jibril Inaugurates the Somali Investment Academy At Strathmore University
In a groundbreaking initiative, the International Financial Corporation (IFC), a subsidiary of the World Bank, in collaboration with Strathmore University Business School, has… Read more »
Somalia: Grenade Attacks Target Southwest State Officials in Baidoa
In a shocking turn of events on Sunday night, two residential homes in Baidoa, the interim administrative capital of the Southwest state, were attacked by unknown assailants. Read more »
May 10
Libya: Somali Migrants Held Captive in Libya Rescued
At least 107 migrants, including women and children, have been released from a town in southeastern Libya, according to a spokesman for the Libyan army. Read more »
May 09
Somalia: UAE Extends Support to Families Affected By Severe Weather Conditions in Somalia
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has demonstrated its commitment to humanitarian aid by stepping up its support for families devastated by the recent severe weather conditions in… Read more »
Somalia: Southwest State Forces Capture Militants - a Significant Victory in Fight Against Al-Shabaab
In a series of successful operations against the Al-Shabaab terrorist group, the Southwest state forces of Somalia have achieved notable victories, capturing 12 Al-Shabaab members… Read more »
May 08
Somalia: Somalia Takes First Step Towards National ID System With Consultation Workshop
Somalia's Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation, Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh, opened the National Identification and Registration Authority's (NIRA) consultation workshop… Read more »
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 07
Kenya: Strengthening Ties - Somali PM Meets With Kenyan Deputy President in Nairobi
In a historic diplomatic engagement, the Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, met with Kenya's Deputy President, H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, in… Read more »
Somalia: Flood Warnings Issued By Sodma - Somali People Urged to Stay Vigilant During Spring Rains
The Somali Disaster Management Agency's (SoDMA) National Multi-hazard Early Warning Center has issued flood warnings to the Somali people, emphasizing the need for vigilance as the… 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 »
May 05
Somalia: Somali President Meets With Outgoing UN Special Representative
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud recently met with the outgoing United Nations Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, in Dhusamareb, the administrative capital… Read more »
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 »