Somalia: Somalia's President Slams Israel's Interference, Rejects Base On Somaliland

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has slammed Israel's "interference" in his country, saying its recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland has further increased… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Unveils Modern Labour Law to Promote Fair Work and Stronger Social Dialogue

The Federal Government of Somalia took a major step toward strengthening labour governance with the official launch of the revised Somali Labour Code (Law No. 36, 2024), during a… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Warns Against Secessionist Moves, Emphasizes Unity Over Clan Divisions

Somalia's State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ali Balcad, spoke out on issues surrounding Somaliland's independence and the country's diverse regions, emphasizing the importance of… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Danab Commandos Launch Targeted Raid Against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle

Somalia's elite Danab commando forces, supported by international partners, carried out a targeted operation against Al-Shabaab militants near the Warmaxan area in Lower Shabelle… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's President Welcomed With Full Honors in Cairo, Meets President El-Sisi

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Maxamuud received a high-level ceremonial welcome at the Al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo, the capital of the Arab Republic of Egypt, where… Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Begins Official Visit to Egypt

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Cairo on Saturday on an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties and strategic cooperation with Egypt, Somali… Read more »

Somalia: NISA Director Mahad Salad Joins Arab Intelligence Chiefs Meeting in Baghdad

Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) Director Mahad Mohamed Salad took part in the seventh conference of heads of Arab intelligence services, held in the… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Reopens Border With Somalia to Facilitate Khat Trade

Kenya on Friday announced the reopening of its border with Somalia to facilitate the export of miraa (khat), a stimulant evergreen shrub, ending years of restrictions. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Army Launches Operations Against Al-Shabaab in Hiraan Region

The Somali National Army (SNA) has carried out planned security operations in eastern parts of the Hiraan region, driving out Al-Shabaab militants as part of ongoing efforts to… Read more »

Somalia: Nisa Kills Senior Al-Shabaab Finance Commander in Targeted Lower Shabelle Operation

The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) has announced the killing of a senior Al-Shabaab commander responsible for finance operations in the Banadir region. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Council of Ministers Discusses Drought Crisis, Issues National Appeal

The Council of Ministers of the Federal Government of Somalia held a meeting to discuss the worsening drought affecting large parts of the country and issued a national appeal to… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Intelligence, Partners Destroy Key Al-Shabaab Facilities in Central Region

Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), with support from international partners, has carried out a targeted operation that destroyed major Al-Shabaab… Read more »

Somalia: Jubaland Leader Praises U.S. Africom Special Forces for Security Cooperation

Jubaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam met with United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) special operations officers deployed in the Jubaland region, praising their role in… Read more »

Egypt: Somalia, Egypt Hold Talks in Cairo, Reaffirm Strategic Ties

Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdulsalam Ali, held formal consultations in Cairo with Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, highlighting… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Approves Key Maritime Agreements to Boost Seafaring Sector

Somalia's Minister of Ports and Marine Transport, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, has welcomed the Cabinet's approval of a series of key agreements aimed at developing the country's… Read more »

Somalia: UK, Somalia Close Military Communications Training in Mogadishu

Somalia's defence ministry and the British embassy on Thursday jointly closed a training programme for officers of the Somali National Army, focused on strengthening military… Read more »

Somalia: Fighting Erupts in Baydhabo Between Southwest State Forces and Somali Army Faction

Intense fighting erupted again on Thursday in western Baidoa, the capital of Somalia's Bay region, between forces of the Southwest State Darawiish and troops loyal to a Somali… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Cabinet Approves Disaster Risk Framework Amid Worsening Drought

Somalia's cabinet on Thursday reviewed the worsening drought affecting large parts of the country, warning of severe impacts on access to water and food and announcing plans for… Read more »

Somalia: Erdogan Reiterates Rejection of Israel's Recognition of Somaliland

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday reiterated his rejection of Israel's recognition of Somaliland, saying any decision regarding Somalia's future must reflect the… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Hands Over Command of National Army to New Chief

Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Wednesday officially handed over command of the Somali National Army to new Chief of Staff Major General Ibrahim Mohamed Mahmoud,… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Says Seven Al-Shabaab Militants Killed in Planned Security Operation

Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) said on Tuesday it had killed seven Al-Shabaab militants in a planned overnight security operation in the Qaahira area of… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Elects New Leadership of National Human Rights Commission

Somalia on Wednesday held a closely watched election for the leadership of its National Independent Human Rights Commission, a vote seen as setting the direction of the body for… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Federal Government Blames Regional Leaders for National Consultative Forum Cancellation

Somalia's federal government said on Wednesday that the cancellation of the National Consultative Forum was the responsibility of the administrations of the Somali Future Council,… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia and South Africa Hold High-Level Talks to Boost Bilateral Ties

Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisaalam Abdii Ali, held bilateral talks on Tuesday with South Africa's Foreign Minister, Ronald Lamola, in… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Launches Emergency Talks As Severe Drought Worsens

Somali officials on Monday held an emergency meeting to address a deepening drought affecting large parts of the country, warning that the crisis has reached a critical stage for… Read more »