April 21
Somalia: Deputy Prime Minister Chairs High-Level Consultative Meetings to Intensify Somalia's National Security and Anti-Terrorism Strategy
Radio Dalsan
The Second Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Adisalaam Abdi Ali Dhaay, chaired a series of crucial meetings on Sunday aimed at accelerating the government's… Read more »
Somalia: Banaadir Governor Delivers Vital Medical Supplies to Mogadishu Military Hospital Amid Intensified Clashes
Radio Dalsan
- In a significant show of support for the nation's armed forces, the Mogadishu Mayor and Governor of Banadir Region, Mohamed Ahmed Amir, has delivered a critical shipment of… Read more »
April 20
Somalia: Al-Shabab Militants Launch Attack Near Mogadishu
Shabelle
Heavy fighting broke out late Saturday between Somali government forces and Al-Shabab militants on the outskirts of Mogadishu, local sources reported. Read more »
April 18
Africa: All of Africa Today - April 18, 2025
allAfrica
U.S. Ready to Press for Peace in Eastern DR Congo, Envoy Says Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Accuses AU Mission Head of Supporting Al-Shabaab, Signals Potential Expulsion
Shabelle
Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, has issued a strong statement against the Acting Head of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), Amb.… Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting Al Shabaab
Africom
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted airstrikes against advanced conventional weapons aboard a flagless vessel and a smaller… Read more »
Somalia: U.S. Opposes UN Plan to Fund African Union Mission in Somalia
Shabelle
The United States has openly rejected a United Nations proposal to fund the African Union's new Stabilization and Support mission in Somalia, known as AUSSOM, which began… Read more »
April 17
Somalia: U.S. and Somali Forces Eliminate Weapon-Carrying Boats Linked to Al-Shabaab
Shabelle
In a joint operation, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) collaborated with the Federal Government of Somalia to execute a precision airstrike against vessels laden with… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Lays Foundation Stone for New Agriculture Ministry Headquarters
Shabelle
Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Thursday laid the foundation stone for a new, state-of-the-art headquarters for the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation in Mogadishu,… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Government Confirms Joint Airstrike With Africom in Adan Yabal, Killing 12 Al-Shabaab Militants
Radio Dalsan
The Ministry of Information of the Federal Government of Somalia has confirmed a precision airstrike conducted jointly by Somali National Army (SNA) forces and the United States… Read more »
Somalia: Conflict Remains Key Obstacle to Humanitarian Access in Somalia Despite 29% Drop in Reported Incidents - OCHA
Radio Dalsan
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported a 29% decline in the number of incidents impeding humanitarian access in Somalia during… Read more »
Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Addresses the Setback in the Fight Against Al-Shabaab
Radio Dalsan
President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has delivered a detailed statement regarding the government's ongoing military campaign against the terrorist… Read more »
Somalia: Somali National Army and Africom Conduct Airstrike in Aadan Yabaal, Eliminating Militants
Shabelle
Last night, a well-coordinated airstrike was conducted in Aadan Yabaal district of Middle Shabelle region, jointly executed by the Somali National Armed Forces and the United… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Forces Kill Over 35 Al-Shabaab Fighters in Operation Near Baidoa
Shabelle
Somali government forces, backed by South West State's Darwish troops, killed more than 35 al-Shabaab fighters in a joint operation near Baidoa, officials said Thursday. Read more »
Kenya: Somali Envoy Urges Stronger Kenya Ties, Lauds Somali Businesses
Capital FM
Somali Ambassador to Kenya Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle has called for deepened partnerships between Kenya and Somalia, especially in the hospitality sector, where Somali entrepreneurs… Read more »
April 16
Somalia: Al-Shabaab Captures Key Somali Town in Bold Offensive
Shabelle
Al-Shabaab militants seized the strategically vital town of Adan Yabaal in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region on Wednesday, launching a pre-dawn assault that overwhelmed government… Read more »
Somalia: Djiboutian Troops Arrive in Beletweyne to Strengthen Security and Combat Al-Shabaab in Central Somalia
Radio Dalsan
A new contingent of troops from Djibouti, part of the African Union Mission in Somalia (#AUSSOM), has arrived in Beletweyne, marking a significant step in enhancing security in… Read more »
Somalia: President of Hirshabelle State Visits Sumadaalle Amid Intensified Campaign Against Al-Shabaab
Radio Dalsan
The President of Hirshabelle State, Ali Abdullahi Hussein (Ali Gudlawe), has paid a visit to the Sumadaalle area as part of ongoing efforts to accelerate and organize the military… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister's Office Meets Egyptian Counterpart
Radio Dalsan
A delegation from the Federal Government of Somalia, led by the Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, Mr. Kamal Dahir Gutale, held a significant meeting with the… Read more »
Somalia: Fighting Breaks Out in Adan Yabaal As Al-Shabaab Claims Control of Key Somali Town
Shabelle
Heavy clashes erupted on Monday in Adan Yabaal, a strategic military base in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region, as al-Shabaab militants launched a multi-front assault on government… Read more »
Somalia: Shots Fired As Pirates Stalk Bulker in Gulf of Aden for Two Hours
Shabelle
A pirate group fired shots towards a bulker as part of a two-hour pursuit in the Gulf of Aden. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Opens Doors to Oil Drilling, Invites U.S. Firms As SSC-Khaatumo Gains Federal Recognition
Radio Dalsan
Somalia is officially open for oil drilling and exploration, its Ambassador to the United States, Dahir Hassan Arab, announced Tuesday, marking a bold new chapter in the nation's… Read more »
Africa: Djiboutian Troops Arrive in Beledweyne to Reinforce Anti-Al-Shabaab Efforts Under New AU Mission
Radio Dalsan
A fresh contingent of Djiboutian soldiers touched down in Beledweyne on Tuesday, marking the latest phase of troop deployment under the African Union Support and Stabilization… Read more »
Somalia: Ambassador of Somalia to Switzerland and Austria Presents Credentials to Unov Director-General, Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation
Radio Dalsan
Somalia's Ambassador to Switzerland and Austria, Khadra Ahmed Dualeh, has on Thursday officially presented her credentials today to Ms. Ghada Waly, the Director-General of the… Read more »
April 15
Somalia: Somalia Begins Voter Registration for First Direct Elections in 50+ Years
Radio Dalsan
Mogadishu, Somalia - Somalia's National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) officially launched voter registration on Tuesday in the capital, Mogadishu, marking… Read more »
