Somalia: Somali Forces Strike Back - Al-Shabaab Militants Ambushed in Galmudug

In a significant blow to the militant group Al-Shabaab, the Somali National Army (SNA), in collaboration with local forces, executed a daring ambush near the Galcad district of the… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Visits Egypt for Strategic Talks

In a move aimed at bolstering the longstanding ties between Egypt and Somalia, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of the Federal Republic of Somalia has arrived in Cairo for a two-day… Read more »

Ethiopia: Somalia-Ethiopia Talks in Ankara Collapse Over Somaliland Sea Deal - Sources

The recent indirect talks between Somalia and Ethiopia in Ankara have reportedly collapsed, according to sources. Read more »

Somalia: UN - 39 Die in Somalia Armed Clashes in 2 Months

At least 39 people were killed in recent inter-clan clashes in Somalia in the past two months, the United Nations humanitarian agency said on Monday. Read more »

East Africa: Somali, and Turkish Leaders Discuss Bilateral Ties, Regional Stability

On Sunday, His Excellency President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia held a phone call with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of the Republic of Türkiye. Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Meets Rwandan Counterpart to Boost Ties

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with his Rwandan counterpart, Paul Kagame, in Kigali on Monday to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations between the two nations. Read more »

Kenya: Somalia and Kenya Discuss Regional Challenges and Cooperation in Kigali Meeting

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, met with his Kenyan counterpart, President William Samoei Ruto, in Kigali, Rwanda. Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Attends Rwandan President Paul Kagame's Inauguration

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud joined several African leaders and dignitaries in Kigali, Rwanda, on Sunday to attend the inauguration of President Paul Kagame. Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Cabinet Takes a Bold Step Towards Democratic Election By 2026

Somalia's cabinet during its weekly cabinet on Thursday approved two groundbreaking bills that could potentially revolutionize the electoral system. Read more »

Djibouti: Egypt and Djibouti Pledge Support to New AU Peacekeeping Mission in Somalia

In a significant development for regional stability efforts, Egypt and Djibouti have offered to contribute to a fresh African Union (AU) peacekeeping mission in Somalia. Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Cabinet Pledges Support for Lido Beach Blast Victims

In a significant move towards aiding those affected by the tragic Lido Beach explosion, the Cabinet of Ministers of Somalia has announced a substantial financial relief package. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Minister Attends Conference On Combating Terrorism in Saudi Arabia

The Minister of Religious Affairs and Endowment, Mukhtar Robow, attended the 9th Conference of Ministries of Endowment and Religious Affairs in the Muslim World in Mecca, Saudi… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Police Special Unit Officers Complete Training At Mogadishu Camp

Minister of Internal Security Abdullahi Fartag has officially closed the training program for officers of the Somali Police special unit (Haramcad) at the General Kahiye Police… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Cabinet Appoints 12 Ambassadors and 2 Consuls General in Historic Move

The Council of Ministers of the Federal Government of Somalia convened an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday night in Mogadishu, chaired by the Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre. Read more »

Somalia: Puntland Forces Seize Weapons, Arrest Suspects in Ongoing Security Operations

The Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF) and the Puntland Intelligence Security Agency (PISA) have successfully confiscated a large cache of weapons and explosives in Bosaso,… Read more »

Somalia: African Leaders Condemn Horrific Attack in Mogadishu, Call for Increased Collaboration

African leaders have strongly condemned the horrific terror attack that took place at Lido Beach in Mogadishu, which left at least 37 victims dead and more than 240 others injured. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Special Forces Deal Blow to Al-Shabaab in Lower Jubba Region

In a significant victory against the Al-Shabaab militant group, the special forces of the Danab commando of the Somali army, along with Jubbaland forces, launched a successful… Read more »

Somalia: Ethiopia Downplays Recruitment Concerns Amid Al-Shabaab and Isis Threat

Ethiopia has downplayed concerns about its citizens joining the ranks of Al-Shabaab and ISIS in Somalia, stating that it is not a major concern for the country. Read more »

Somalia: Somalia President Hosts Banquet for Clerics At Palace

The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who hosted a dinner in honor of the religious leaders who participated in the Second Conference of the Somali clercis, welcomed the… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Condemns Killing of Hamas Political Leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran

The Federal Government of Somalia has strongly condemned the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, a prominent leader of the Palestinian group Hamas, in Tehran, Iran. Read more »

East Africa: Puntland Police Arrest Suspect in Murder of East Africa University Official

Puntland police have apprehended Mohamed Abshir Muse, the prime suspect in the murder of Khalid Ali Khalid Awmuuse, the Deputy Finance and Administration Chair of East Africa… Read more »

Somalia: Tragedy Strikes Central Somalia - Landmine Explosion Claims Life, Injures Another

A landmine explosion rocked the outskirts of Eldheer district in Galgaduud region, Somalia, leaving a trail of destruction and sorrow in its wake. Read more »

Somalia: Somali and Turkish Presidents Discuss Strengthening Strategic Cooperation

In a t telephone conversation on Monday, the President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, engaged in discussions with his Turkish counterpart, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan,… Read more »

Somalia: U.S. Calls for Dialogue On Controversial Somali Media and Information Bills

U.S. Ambassador to Somalia, Richard H. Riley, has called for the Somali government to engage in good faith dialogue with journalists' unions and civil society to resolve concerns… Read more »

Somalia: Jubbaland Forces Strike Al-Shabaab Hideout in Lower Jubba Region

In a significant operation carried out by the Bir-Jeesh Brigade of the Jubbaland Darwish forces, an attack was launched on a hideout of the Al-Shabaab group in the forest area of… Read more »