February 04
Somalia: Somalia's Minister of Internal Security Arrives in Türkiye for Bilateral Talks On Security Cooperation
Somalia's Minister of Internal Security, accompanied by his delegation, arrived in Türkiye on Monday at the invitation of Turkish Minister of Interior, Ali Yerlikaya. Read more »
February 03
Somalia: Love Over Terror - Al-Shabaab Militant Surrenders to Save His Wife
A young Al Shabaab militant from Galgadud region has surrendered to authorities following the arrest of his lover while she was on her way to visit him. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Ministry of Health Enforces New Vaccination Requirement for Travelers
Somalia's Ministry of Health has mandated that all travelers departing from or arriving in the country must obtain a health book containing vaccinations for Diphtheria, Polio, and… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and IOM Discuss Tackling Root Causes of Displacements
On Sunday, the Chairman of the National Commission for Refugees and Internal Displacement (NCRIsom), Ahmed Kaan, met with the Chief of the International Organization for Migration… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and Turkey Strengthen Fisheries Sector With New Cooperation Agreement
In a significant step towards boosting Somalia's fisheries industry, Minister of Fisheries and Blue Economy, Ahmed Hassan Adan, warmly welcomed a Turkish delegation to.Mogsdishu. Read more »
January 30
Somalia: Somali Foreign Minister Visits Embassy Building in Tanzania for Renovation
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Ahmed Maallin Fiqi, accompanied by Somalia's Ambassador to Tanzania, Ambassador Ilyas Ali Hassan, and the… Read more »
East Africa: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Participates in EAC Summit Addressing Ongoing Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, participated in the 26th extraordinary summit of the East African Community (EAC) Heads of State, which… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Journalists Syndicate (Sjs) Launches New Training Program for Female Journalists in Mogadishu With Support From Canada
The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) has officially launched a new round of training focused on empowering female journalists in Somalia. This program, which commenced today in… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's National Disaster Management Commissioner Holds Key Meeting With Russian Deputy Minister to Strengthen Humanitarian Cooperation
The Commissioner of the Somali National Disaster Management Agency (SODMA), Mahamuud Moallim, currently on a working visit to Russia, held a productive meeting with Kurynin Roman… Read more »
Somalia: Russia Pledges Emergency Aid to Somalia.
The Russian government has pledged urgent humanitarian assistance to Somalia following high-level talks between Somali and Russian officials in Moscow. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Ambassador to Benelux and EU Presents Credentials to King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands
On Wednesday, Somalia's Ambassador to the Benelux countries and the European Union (EU) Representative, Khadija Osoble Ali officially presented her credentials to His Majesty King… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Minister of Labour and Social Affairs Participates in Global Labor Market Conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Minister of Labour and Social Affairs of Somalia, Yusuf Mohamed, participated in the World Bank and Global Labor Market Conference (GLMC) held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Read more »
January 29
Somalia: A Factory Turns Plastic Waste Into Jobs for Displaced Women
Plastic pollution is one of the main environmental challenges in the world today, with global plastic waste reaching 400 million tonnes annually, according to the UN Environmental… Read more »
Africa: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Highlights Somalia's Energy Vision At Africa Energy Summit
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of the Federal Republic of Somalia delivered a key address at the Africa Energy Summit, outlining the country's ambitious plans to enhance energy… Read more »
Somalia: Director General of Immigration and Citizenship Agency Holds Key Meeting With IOM Somalia Representatives to Strengthen Migration Cooperation
On Tuesday, the Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Agency of Somalia, Mr. Mohamed Duhulow, held a crucial meeting with Manuel Pereira, the Representative of the… Read more »
January 28
Africa: President Hassan Sheikh Attends Africa Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam
The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has arrived in Dar es Salaam to participate in the "Mission 300" Africa Energy Summit, which officially… Read more »
Somalia: UNDP Somalia Trains Journalists in Mogadishu On Climate Change Reporting and Awareness
In a significant effort to strengthen climate change journalism in Somalia, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Somalia hosted a training session for 15 Somali… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Police Chief and UN Police Commissioner Discuss Strengthening Cooperation On Peacekeeping and Security Efforts
The Commander of the Somali Police Force, Major General Asad Osman Abdullahi, held a meeting with Faisal Shahkar, the Head of the United Nations Police, and a delegation from the… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Chief Justice Leads Delegation At 8th Conference of Constitutional Court Presidents in Cairo
The Chief Justice of the Federal Supreme Court of Somalia, Bashir Yusuf Ahmed, led a delegation to participate in the 8th Conference of Constitutional Court Presidents of African… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Chief Justice Attends 8th Conference of Constitutional Court Presidents in Cairo
The Chief Justice of the Federal Supreme Court of Somalia, Bashir Yusuf Ahmed, sand his accompanying delegation participated in the 8th Conference of Constitutional Court… Read more »
January 27
Somalia: Governor of Banadir and Mayor of Mogadishu Chairs Meeting On Enhancing Security and Strengthening Collaboration
The Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Mr. Mohamed Ahmed Amir, presided over a key meeting today focused on accelerating security measures and strengthening… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and Egypt Conclude Technical Discussions On Egyptian Military Participation in Aussom Operation
The Federal Government of Somalia has on Monday officially concluded a series of technical discussions with the Arab Republic of Egypt concerning Egypt's involvement in the AUSSOM… Read more »
January 24
Somalia: Somali Minister of Interior Leads Delegation to Jowhar Local Government Office for Key Discussions On Decentralization, Stabilization, and Reconciliatiion
A high-level delegation led by Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh, the Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Reconciliation, visited the Jowhar Local Government Office today to engage in… Read more »
January 23
Somalia: Major General Odawa Yusuf Inaugurates New Headquarters for 23rd Battalion of National Army's Military Police in Mogadishu
On Thursday, Major General Odawa Yusuf, the Chief of the National Armed Forces, officially inaugurated the newly constructed headquarters for the 23rd Battalion of the National… Read more »
Somalia: Breaking Barriers - Mogadishu Women Traffic Police Pave the Way for Change
In Somalia, where traditionally certain jobs are meant only for men, a group of women are breaking these barriers and re-writing the narrative. The role of traffic police has long… Read more »