Somalia: Kenyan Health Minister Urges Reopening of Somalia Border, Citing Economic Losses

Kenya's Health Minister Aden Barre Duale has renewed calls for the reopening of the long-closed border between Kenya and Somalia, saying the prolonged shutdown is ineffective and… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Pirates Hijack Oil Tanker in Gulf of Aden, Second Strike in Weeks

Somali pirates have hijacked an oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden, maritime sources said Sunday, the latest in a string of attacks signaling a resurgence of piracy in one of the… Read more »

Somalia: UN Mission Welcomes Somali President's Call for National Dialogue

The United Nations Transitional Mission in Somalia has welcomed an invitation by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to convene the Somali Future Council, describing the move as a key… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Over 80 Congolese Soldiers Face Trial for Fleeing Battles Against Rebels

Eighty four Congolese soldiers accused of fleeing battles against AFC/M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are facing trial on multiple charges, including violating… Read more »

Somalia: Three Civilians Killed in Somalia Eviction Clash in Mogadishu

At least three civilians were killed on Thursday during a brief clash in the Hamar Jajab district of Somalia's capital after tensions erupted over a government-led eviction… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Forces Kill 22 Al-Shabaab Fighters, Including Senior Commander, in Lower Shabelle Operation

Somalia's government forces have killed at least 22 Al-Shabaab fighters, including a senior commander, during a planned military operation in the Lower Shabelle region, the… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Reaffirms Commitment to Stronger State Institutions in Talks With UN Mission

Somalia's State Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ali Mohamed Omar, on Tuesday received a delegation from the United Nations Transitional Assistance… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Prison Chief, Chinese Ambassador Discuss Prison Reform Cooperation

Somalia's Custodial Corps Commander, Major General Mohamed Sheikh Hassan Haamud, held talks in Mogadishu with China's ambassador to Somalia, Wang Yu, on efforts to strengthen… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Vows Stronger Protection for Commercial Shipping Amid Maritime Security Concerns

Somalia has pledged to strengthen security for commercial vessels passing along its coastline as concerns grow over the safety of key international shipping routes, officials said… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Seeks Port Investment Partnership With Oman's Asyad Group

Somalia's Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Abdisaalan Abdi Ali held talks in Muscat with senior executives of Oman's state-owned ASYAD Group on strengthening… Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Hosts Traditional Elders, Reaffirms Commitment to Elections

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud hosted a banquet at the presidential palace in Mogadishu for traditional leaders drawn from across the country, praising their role in… Read more »

Somalia: Amnesty Demands Release of Somali Activist 'Sacdiya Bajaj'

The Rights watchdog Amnesty International on Tuesday demanded the "immediate and unconditional" release of a Somali social activist and rickshaw driver detained in Mogadishu… Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Meets UN Humanitarian Chief to Discuss Aid Response

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Tuesday received U.N. Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher at the… Read more »

Somalia: Senior Somali Presidential Adviser Resigns Amid Political Tensions

A senior adviser to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud announced his resignation on Sunday, citing growing political disputes and challenges that he said could threaten the… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia, Oman Discuss Stronger Cooperation in Transport and Digital Infrastructure

Somalia and Oman have agreed to strengthen cooperation in transport, communications and information technology as Mogadishu seeks to accelerate its digital transformation and… Read more »

Somalia: UN Humanitarian Chief Arrives in Somalia for High-Level Aid Talks

United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Tom Fletcher arrived in Mogadishu on Monday to begin a high-level mission focused on Somalia's pressing humanitarian… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Path Forward - Four Interlocking Issues

Somalia is currently at a pivotal juncture, and it is imperative to reach an agreement prior to the elections. Read more »

Mali: AU Condemns Coordinated Attacks On Malian Cities

African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf on Saturday expressed "deep concern" over attacks in Mali targeting the capital, Bamako, as well as several other… Read more »

Somalia: Jubaland Forces Prepare Major Security Operations in Gedo Region, Commander Says

The commander of Jubaland's Darawiish forces in Somalia's Gedo region said major military operations against armed groups threatening security will begin soon, as regional… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Pirates Seize Fuel Tanker Carrying 17 Crew Off Coast, Officials Say

Somali pirates have seized a fuel tanker carrying 17 crew members off the country's coast while it was sailing through the Indian Ocean, security officials told the BBC on Friday. Read more »

Somalia: Lafta Gareen-Aligned Forces Move Into Gedo, Heightening Political Tensions

Hundreds of fighters loyal to former South West state president Abdiasis Lafta Gareen have entered parts of the Gedo region, witnesses and officials said, in a move that risks… Read more »

Somalia: EU Pledges €75m to African Union Mission in Somalia

The European Union has approved €75m in funding for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia, reinforcing its position as the mission's largest financial… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Repatriates 174 Migrants From Libya After Harsh Detention Conditions

Somalia's federal government on Thursday repatriated 174 young migrants who had been held in prisons in Libya, after enduring harsh humanitarian and security conditions, officials… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Opposition Holds Closed-Door Talks With Turkish Ambassador in Mogadishu

Somali opposition figures held a closed-door meeting with Turkey's ambassador to Somalia at the residence of former president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed in Mogadishu, sources familiar… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Backs Arab Condemnation of Iran Over Regional Attacks

Somalia has formally joined Arab states in condemning alleged Iranian attacks on countries in the Middle East, expressing full support for Arab governments amid rising regional… Read more »