January 19
East Africa: Ethiopia-Somalia Tensions Threaten Horn of Africa Stability - Partners
The African Union, European Union, and United States called Thursday for an immediate cease-fire and constructive dialogue between warring factions in Sudan. Read more »
East Africa: Somali Government Releases Report On Latest Developments
The government of Somalia issued a 12-point report on latest developments in the country. Read more »
January 17
Somalia: Hormuud Telecom and Somali Security Agencies Discuss Cooperation
The security Agencies of Somalia and Hormuud Telecom agreed to discuss disputed issues regarding data privacy that resulted in the closure of the company's main headquarters. Read more »
January 11
Somalia: A Massive Protest Erupts in Mogadishu Against Ethiopia-Somaliland Deal
Thousands of people took to the streets in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, on Thursday to protest against the sea access deal between Ethiopia and Somalia's breakaway region of… Read more »
Somalia: UN Concerned About the Fate of Personnel Traveling On Helicopter Seized in Somalia
The UN remains concerned about the fate of personnel traveling on one of its helicopters in Somalia that reportedly was seized on Wednesday by al-Shabaab militants, though no… 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 »
Djibouti: Djibouti Issues Statement On Somalia-Ethiopia Diplomatic Tension
Djibouti issued a statement on the tension between Somalia and Ethiopia that resulted from an agreement at the beginning of this month in Addis Ababa between Prime Minister Abiy… Read more »
January 08
Somalia: Somaliland Defence Minister Resigns Over Sea Deal With Ethiopia
The Minister of Defense of Somaliland, Abdiqani Mohamud Aateeye, has announced that he has resigned from the ministerial position after opposing the agreement between Somaliland… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia - Puntland's Said Deni Wins Re-Election in Historic Vote
The outgoing president of Puntland Said Abdullahi Deni was re-elected on Monday to serve the second term in the top office, making new history. Read more »
January 06
Somalia: Ground and Air Operation Target Al-Shabaab Base in Central Somalia
The government forces backed by local clan militia engaged in a heavy battle with Al-Shabaab in the southern Mudug region, military sources and residents said. Read more »
Somalia: Turkey Says Stands With Somalia in Its Fight Against Al-Shabaab
The Turkish president on Friday told his Somali counterpart that Türkiye stands with Somalia in its fight against terrorism, the Communications Directorate said. Read more »
January 04
Somalia: US Rejects International Recognition for Breakaway Somaliland
The United States on Wednesday rejected international recognition for breakaway Somaliland and called for calm after the region's leaders signed a deal with Ethiopia. Read more »
January 02
Somalia: Al-Shabaab Fighters Surrender to Somali Government
Two Al Shabaab fighters have surrendered to the government forces of Somalia in the Bakool region as the war on the group enters its second phase. Read more »
December 31, 2023
Ethiopia: Somaliland President Arrives in Addis Ababa for Talks With Ethiopia PM
The President of the breakaway region of Somaliland, Muse Bihi Abdi, has arrived in Addis Ababa today. Read more »
January 01
Somalia: At Least 46 Militants Killed in Fresh Airstrike in Central Somalia
An airstrike in central Somalia killed 46 fighters people amid a stepped-up military operation against the Al-Qaeda-linked militant group, Al-Shabaab. Read more »
Somalia: Puntland's New Parliament Sworn in Amid Dispute Over the List
The newly picked 66 members of the Puntland parliament were sworn in on the holy Qur'an on Monday at the House's HQs in the state capital, Garowe. Read more »
Somalia: Al-Shabaab Militants Attack Police Camp in Mandera
Suspected Al-Shabaab militants on Friday morning attacked the National Police Service's (NPS) Quick Response Unit (QRU) Camp in Mandera County. Read more »
December 28, 2023
Somalia: Somali President Vows to Step Up Fight Against Terrorism in 2024
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said his government will intensify the fight against al-Shabab terrorists in 2024. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Spy Agency Arrests 8, Including Ugandan Linked to Al-Shabaab
The National Intelligence and Security Agency [NISA] said it detained eight people in connection with the Al-Qaeda-linked militant group, Al-Shabaab. Read more »
December 27, 2023
Somalia: WFP Requires $364 Million in 6 Months to Scale Up Activities in Somalia
The World Food Program (WFP) has said it requires 364 million U.S. dollars in net funding across all activities to scale up humanitarian assistance in Somalia between December 2023… Read more »
December 25, 2023
Somalia: Ex-President Voices Concern Over Deepening Crisis in Somalia's Puntland
The ex-Puntland president Abdiweli Mohamed Ali Gaas was alarmed by the deepening political and electoral crisis in his region ahead of the 8 January election. Read more »
December 23, 2023
Somalia: More Than 70 Al-Shabaab Members Killed in Somalia Military Operation
Heavy fighting between Somali troops and Al-Shabaab took place in the Aboodin area of the Lower Jubba region amid an intensified military offensive. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia - Khatumo State Turns Its Back On Puntland, Focuses On Autonomy
SSC-Khatumo state based in Las Anod city announced on Saturday that it will not be part of the 2024 Puntland elections, insisting on being a separate state. Read more »
Somalia: Somali Pirates Hijack 2nd Ship in a Month, Raising Concerns
Britain's maritime watchdog said another ship had been hijacked off the coast of Somalia on Friday, raising fears that Somali pirates are back again, around ten. years after they… Read more »
December 20, 2023
Somalia: Somalia's Minster for Women's Affairs Dies in Djibouti
Hon Khadija Mohamed Diriye, the minister of women's affairs for the Federal government of Somalia has passed away in Djibouti today following a minor surgery. Read more »