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: 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 »

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: 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 »

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: 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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: 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 »

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 »

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 »

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: 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 »

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: 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 »