Somalia: President Mohamud Reaffirms Commitment to Universal Suffrage By 2026

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to advancing democratic reforms and conducting universal suffrage elections by 2026. Read more »

Somalia: Parliament Passes Political Parties Bill in Push Toward Multiparty Democracy

Somalia's Federal Parliament has approved the Political Parties Bill, marking a significant step in the country's journey toward adopting a multiparty political system. Read more »

Somalia: International Partners Urge Dialogue Amid Govt's-Jubaland Tensions

Somalia's international partners have expressed grave concern over the escalating tensions between the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and Jubaland State, urging immediate… Read more »

Somalia: Over 427,000 Displaced in Somalia Amid Conflict & Climate Shocks

More than 427,000 people have been forced to flee their homes within Somalia during the first 10 months of 2024, the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) revealed on Tuesday,… Read more »

Somalia: Tensions Rise As Jubaland Rejects Somali PM's Electoral Accusations

The government of Jubaland has dismissed allegations by Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, accusing the regional state of failing to honour agreements on unifying electoral… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Partners With UNOPS to Design Advanced Drainage System for Baidoa

Somalia has signed a pivotal agreement with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), initiating a 15-month program to assess and design an efficient drainage system… Read more »

Somalia: Somali National Armed Forces Take Over Burgavo Forward Operating Base From ATMIS

In a significant step towards strengthening Somali-led security operations, the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF) have officially assumed control of the Burgavo Forward Operating… Read more »

Somalia: International Partners Hail Somaliland's Democratic Progress, Urge Peaceful Acceptance of Election Results

International partners have thrown their support behind Somaliland's ongoing presidential election, commending the breakaway region for its commitment to democratic principles.… Read more »

Somalia: Al-Shabab Militants Kill Two Southwest State Soldiers in Lower Shabelle Ambush.

Two soldiers from Somalia's Southwest State were ambushed and killed by al-Shabab militants on Tuesday while travelling by motorcycle between Wanlaweyn and Afgoye districts in the… Read more »

Somalia: Somaliland Vice President Breaks Ranks, Backs Opposition Waddani Party Ahead of Election

Somaliland's Vice President, Abdirahman Abdillahi Ismail Saylici, made headlines on Sunday by publicly endorsing the opposition Waddani Party just days before the November 13… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Reappoints Gen Odawaa As Army Chief Amid Push Against Al-Shabaab

The Somali Council of Ministers has reappointed General Odowa Yusuf Raage as Commander of the Somali Armed Forces, replacing General Ibrahim Muhyiddin, during an emergency meeting… Read more »

Somalia: President Mohamud Congratulates Trump On Election Victory

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has extended his congratulations to Donald Trump following provisional results indicating his victory in the U.S. presidential election. Read more »

Somalia: President Mohamud Vows to Reintegrate Somali Nationals As Germany Agrees On Deportation Plan

Somalia is prepared to welcome back its nationals from Germany, particularly those without legal residency, following a meeting between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and… Read more »

Somalia: U.S. Forgives $1.14 Billion Debt to Somalia's Economic Recovery

In a move to bolster Somalia's economic recovery and stability, the United States has forgiven $1.14 billion in debt owed by Somalia. The debt cancellation, announced by US… Read more »

Somalia: EU Delivers Military Aid to Boost Somalia's Fight Against Insurgency

The European Union (EU) handed over a fleet of military vehicles and equipment to the Somali government on Tuesday, at the General Dhagabadan Training Camp in Mogadishu. Read more »

Somalia: Turkish-Made Drone Crashes in Al-Shabaab-Controlled Farsooley, Somalia

A Turkish-made drone armed with missiles reportedly crashed on Tuesday in the Al-Shabaab-controlled village of Farsooley, located in Somalia's Lower Shabelle region, local sources… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Sends Four Planes of Humanitarian Aid to Baidoa Amid Looming Drought Crisis

The Federal Government of Somalia has dispatched four planes of humanitarian aid to Baidoa, the capital of the Southwest State, in response to escalating concerns over a severe… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Moves to Relocate Ethiopian Embassy Amid Growing Diplomatic Tensions

In a move that has captured international attention, Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, has announced plans to relocate the Ethiopian Embassy currently… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Foreign Minister, UN Envoy Discuss New UN Mission and Election Plans

Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi met with James Swan, the Acting Special Representative of the United Nations in Mogadishu, on Saturday to discuss the newly launched… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Parliament Extends Sessions to Expedite Election Laws

The Federal Parliament of Somalia has voted to extend its sessions by one month to fast-track the debate and passage of key electoral laws, following a formal request from… Read more »

Somalia: 27 Al-Shabab Militants Killed in Middle Shabelle Region

Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) announced the killing of 27 al-Shabab militants during a 12-hour military operation in the Yaaqle area of Middle… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Military Court Sentences Three Men for Alleged Collaboration With Al-Shabaab

Somalia's military court has sentenced three men to prison for collaborating with the Al-Shabaab militant group. Abdi Abdulle Omar and Mohamed Mohamud Abdi received eight-year… Read more »

Somalia: UN Security Council Votes to Withdraw Political Mission From Somalia After a Decade

The UN Security Council voted on Wednesday to initiate a two-year withdrawal of its political mission in Somalia, which has operated in the country for more than a decade. Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Expels Ethiopian Diplomat Over 'Interference' in Internal Affairs

Somalia government on Tuesday declared Ali Mohamed Adan a Counselor II at the Embassy of Ethiopia in Mogadishu persona non grata ordering him to pack up and leave the country… Read more »

Africa: Three Somali Migrants Tortured to Death By Human Traffickers in Libya, Activist Reveals

At least three Somali migrants tragically lost their lives in September and October while being held in warehouses and homes operated by human traffickers in Libya, according to… Read more »