Somalia: Turkish Vessel Oruc Reis Docks At Mogadishu Port Ahead of Oil and Gas Exploration Off Somalia's Coast

In a move to bolster its energy security and assert its maritime exploration capabilities, Türkiye's state-of-the-art seismic research vessel, Oruc Reis, has embarked on a… Read more »

Tanzania: Somali Cabinet Approves Defense Cooperation MOU With Tanzania

The Somali cabinet, during its regular weekly session last night, greenlit a Memorandum of Understanding focused on defense cooperation with Tanzania, marking a significant step in… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia and Canada Host Key Event On Women, Peace and Security Agenda in New York

On 24 October 2024, Somalia, in collaboration with Canada, hosted yesterday a major side event titled "From National Ambitions to Local Realities: Somalia's Journey in Localizing… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Internal Security Minister Meets British Ambassador to Boost Security Cooperation

Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail (Fartag), Somalia's Minister of Internal Security, met with British Ambassador Michael Nithavrianakis today to discuss enhancing security ties between… Read more »

Somalia: Turkish Delegation Arrives in Somalia for Joint Energy Exploration

Somalia's Minister of Petroleum Abdirizak Mohamed and State Minister for Defence Omar Ali welcomed a high-ranking Turkish delegation at Adan Abdulle International Airport in… Read more »

Somalia: Somali and Kenyan Presidents Meet in Nairobi to Bolster Security and Trade

In a significant diplomatic encounter, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud convened with Kenyan President William Ruto at the State House in Nairobi on October 22, marking a… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Meets UN Official to Discuss Security Transition

Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre of Somalia held a productive meeting with Atul Khare, the Under-Secretary-General for Operational Support at the United Nations, focusing on the… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Secures Landmark Climate Funding for Sustainable Agriculture Initiatives

In a major step for climate adaptation and agricultural resilience, Somalia has received a historic funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) during its recent board meeting held… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Secures $100m for Climate-Resilient Agriculture From GCF

Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, a prominent figure in climate finance, expressed her delight at attending the 40th Board Meeting of the Green Climate Fund (GCF), where a historic… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia - Mogadishu Security Sweep Targets Potential Threats

On the night of October 21, 2024, the Somali government launched a significant security offensive in the Hamarweyne district of Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, with the intent… Read more »

Somalia: Somali President to Meet Kenyan Counterpart to Discuss Security Transition and Bilateral Ties

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Nairobi on Monday for high-level discussions with Kenyan President William Ruto, focusing on security transition and enhancing… Read more »

Somalia: South Korea Funds UNFPA Initiative to Improve Sexual and Reproductive Health in Somalia

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has launched a three-year initiative funded by South Korea's International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) aimed at improving access to vital… Read more »

Somalia: Tense Standoff Continues in Luuq District After Tribal Clashes

Clashes between rival tribal militias in Luuq district, Gedo region, persist, following an outbreak of violence that claimed at least 10 lives yesterday. Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Concludes Regional Tour in Djibouti, Focuses On Security and Cooperation

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud touched down in Djibouti Sunday evening, marking the final leg of his diplomatic tour which included visits to Uganda and Burundi. Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Meets Burundi Counterpart to Discuss Regional Stability

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Bujumbura on Thursday, marking a significant diplomatic visit aimed at deepening bilateral relations between Somalia and Burundi. Read more »

Somalia: Clashes in Luuq, Somalia Leave At Least Seven Dead, Numerous Injured

Intense fighting erupted again Sunday morning in the Luuq district of Somalia's Gedo region, where two local militias engaged in a fierce battle, leading to at least seven… Read more »

Somalia: New Somali Police Commissioner Conducts Security Assessment in Mogadishu Stations

Brigadier General Asad Osman, Police Commissioner of Somalia, made unannounced visits to several police stations across Mogadishu last night to evaluate their operational… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hosts Somali President, Forging Stronger Security and Trade Bonds

In a move to cement regional relations, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni hosted Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud at State House Uganda on Saturday. Read more »

Somalia: South C Business Networking Forum Draws Hundreds

Hundreds of business professionals, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders converged at South C, Nairobi, on Thursday for the inaugural South C Business Networking Forum, marking a… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's President Unveils National Transformation Plan

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Monday announced the launch of the National Transformation Plan (NTP) for 2024-2025, marking a significant effort to advance… Read more »

Somalia: UK Boosts Somalia Security With Additional £7.5 Million to ATMIS

The United Kingdom has provided a further £7.5 million to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). This latest round of funding builds on earlier… Read more »

Somalia: Somali FM Grilled By Senate Committee On Diplomatic Affairs

Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi was grilled by the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Senator Maryan Farah Kahiye, to delve into critical topics including the… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Forces Strike Al-Shabaab Bases, Kill 10 Militants in Southern Mudug

The Somali National Army (SNA) executed a targeted operation in the early hours of Tuesday in the Southern Mudug region, successfully neutralizing 10 Al-Shabaab militants and… Read more »

Somalia: 'Pearl Beach' Project - President Hassan Sheikh Sees a Prosperous Future for Somalia

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud today laid the foundation stone for the Xeebta-luulka real estate project, marking a significant leap in urban development for Somalia. Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Offers Scholarships to Sudanese Students in Somalia, Honors Historic Educational Support

In a move aimed at deepening educational collaboration and acknowledging past solidarity, the Ethiopian Ministry of Education has introduced a scholarship program tailored for… Read more »