Somalia: Massive Blow to Al-Shabaab - 135 Militants Killed, Numerous Captured Alive in Jubaland

Three synchronized Al-Shabaab attacks early this morning in key towns of Jubaland State, Somalia, resulted in significant losses for the terrorists, according to a government… Read more »

Somalia: Puntland - Voters in Three Districts Cast Ballots to Elect Council Members

Elections are being conducted in three districts of Puntland state of Somalia with voters participating in an orderly manner. However, the elections in these three districts within… Read more »

Somalia: Residents of Garoowe, Godob Jiiraan, and Dangoroyo Vote Amidst Political Turbulence in Puntland

Residents of Garoowe, Godob Jiiraan, and Dangoroyo in Puntland's Nugaal region are heading to the polls today amidst heightened political tensions to elect their local council… Read more »

Somalia: More Than 100 Al-Shabaab Fighters Killed in Jubbaland, Somalia

Reports are emerging from the Lower Juba region near the Kenya border, where over 100 Al-Shabaab fighters were killed in clashes early Monday. Read more »

Somalia: Outrage Over Somali Journalist's Arrest Sparks Concerns for Press Freedom

The Banadir Regional Police of Somalia have detained journalist Ali-Nur Salad Hassan on charges of what police described misconduct, disseminating false information, and insulting… Read more »

Somalia: ATMIS Launches Probe Into Civilian Killings in Somalia

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has launched an investigation into a tragic incident in Buulo Mareer, Lower Shabelle, that resulted in the deaths of two… Read more »

Somalia: Foreign Al-Shabaab Fighter With Tattoos Captured in Somalia

Government forces, with the support of residents, have captured an Ethiopian member of the Al-Shabaab group during an operation in the Beerayabaal area. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Senators Demand Return of Illicit Weapons Amid Heightened Security Concerns

Mogadishu, Somalia - In the aftermath of a disturbing weapons incident in the Abudwaaq district of the Galgaduud region, several Somali Senators have forcefully called for the… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Army Commander Rallies Troops On Frontlines, Vowing to Defeat Persistent Al-Shabaab Threat

The Somali National Army's Land Forces Commander, Brigadier General Dayah Abdulle, embarked on a crucial visit to the frontlines in the Galgaduud region on Wednesday. Read more »

Somalia: Banadir Officials Swiftly Respond to Deadly Suicide Attack Claimed By Al-Shabaab

In the wake of a suicide bombing that struck a popular restaurant in Mogadishu's Boondeere district, the administration of Banadir region has quickly mobilized to clean up the site… Read more »

Somalia: An Explosion Heard in Somalia's Capital

Mogadishu: A huge explosion has occurred in Mogadishu, Somalia's capital. Witnesses and survivors told Dalsan Media that the blast caused numerous casualties including deaths and… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Govt Rejects Calls to Accommodate Al-Shabab, Amid Tensions With Ethiopia

Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi has firmly rejected any suggestion of accommodating the terrorist group Al-Shabab, stating that their "ideology of violence and terror has… Read more »

Somalia: UN Envoy Urges Somali Leaders to Unite, Address Pressing Challenges Amidst Political Tensions

During his visit to Garowe on Saturday, the Acting UN Special Representative for Somalia, James Swan, emphasized the urgent need for Somali leaders to overcome their differences… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Govt's New 5% Digital Transaction Tax Sparks Widespread Debate and Concerns

The Somali government's recent introduction of a 5% tax on all electronic sales transactions has generated widespread concern and discussion among the public and officials. Read more »

Somalia: Somali National Army Thwarts Landmine Threat in Galgaduud

The Somali National Army (SNA) successfully thwarted landmines planted by Al-Shabaab in the Galgaduud region, central Somalia. These operations, aimed at countering Al-Shabaab's… Read more »

Somalia: Deadly Mortar Attack Kills 10 Civilians in Lower Shabelle Village

Several mortar shells struck Balow village in the Lower Shabelle region of Somalia on Wednesday, resulting in significant civilian casualties. Read more »

Kenya: Dadaab MP Farah Maalim Denies Inflammatory Remarks Against Kenya's Gen-Z Protesters

In the midst of the ongoing anti-government protests in Kenya, Dadaab Member of Parliament Farah Maalim has strongly denied making any incendiary comments against the country's… Read more »

Somalia: President Mohamud Meets Trainees of Revitalized Somali Army

Asmara, Eritrea - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud concluded a high-profile visit to Eritrea on Wednesday, where he met with Somali Air Force trainees at a military academy… Read more »

Somalia: Isis Leader Abdulqadir Mumin Still Operational in Somalia

The leader of ISIS in Somalia, Abdulqadir Mumin, has been confirmed alive after surviving a U.S. airstrike targeting him on May 31, 2024. Read more »

Somalia: Jubbaland Authorities Warn of Crackdown As Deadly Clan Clashes Erupt in Gedo Region

In a bid to restore order and prevent further bloodshed, the Jubbaland administration has issued a stern warning to those involved in the ongoing conflict between two clan militias… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia to Pay $7.8 Million Annually to East African Community

In a significant move towards strengthening regional cooperation and economic integration, the East African Community (EAC) has welcomed Somalia as its newest member, with the… Read more »

Ethiopia: Somalia Accuses Ethiopia of Pursuing False Claims to Seize Territory

Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has accused neighboring Ethiopia of propagating a false narrative to justify territorial acquisitions, stating that Ethiopia's true objective… Read more »

Somalia: Egypt Pledges Full Support for Somalia's Security and Sovereignty

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has assured Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Egypt's unwavering commitment to backing Somalia's security efforts and upholding its… Read more »

Somalia: Amnesty Report Exposes Somalia's Health Crisis Amid Corruption

A scathing new report by human rights organization Amnesty International has shed light on the alarming state of Somalia's health sector, highlighting a troubling increase in child… Read more »

Somalia: Shabaab Strikes Djiboutian and Somali Troops As African Union Forces Withdraw

The al-Qaeda-affiliated group Shabaab has claimed responsibility for a suicide car bombing targeting Djiboutian and Somali troops at a military base in central Somalia. Read more »