The war torn country has the lowest primary school enrolment in the world as aid agencies prioritise feeding and treating those affected by the famine and drought. Read more »
The exit of the militant group Al Shabaab has led to the first relief airlift in five years in the capital of Somalia, but the situation for women and children remains precarious, ... Read more »
All parties to armed conflict have committed serious violations of the laws of war that are contributing to the countrys humanitarian catastrophe, Human Rights Watch says. Read more »
A row has erupted between the Kenyan government, international aid agencies and the United Nations over the opening of an extension camp for Somalia refugees. Read more »
Humanitarian agents have welcomed the 6 July move by Somalia's militant Al-Shabab group to pull out of the capital, Mogadishu, saying this would boost the city's security as well ... Read more »
President Obama has approved an additional $105 million for urgent humanitarian relief efforts across the Horn of Africa, where the United Nations estimates that more than 12.4 ... Read more »
The UN has declared a famine in more areas, bringing to five the number of regions in the country where malnutrition and starvation have already claimed the lives of tens of ... Read more »
The lack of prey and the constant attention of the international fleet participating in Operation Atlanta are forcing pirates to move their operations to Southern Africa, towards ... Read more »
After heavy battles, Somali government forces backed Africa Union troops have seized more parts of Mogadishu from Al Shabaab fighters. Read more »
An un-named Muslim country is funding the creation of a well-armed and privately trained militia force in Somalia's north to fight piracy, blogs Elizabeth Dickinson. Read more »
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