March 21
Africa: Ballots Over Bullets: How Somaliland Built Thriving Democracy From Ashes of War, Defying Africa's Election Odds [opinion]
Addis Standard
When I was a kid, I thought democracy was unique to Greece and only Greeks would do better exercising. This was partially true since I didn't grow up in a democratic culture. I was… Read more »
East Africa: Somalia Participates in the Eastern Africa Cultural Festival
Radio Dalsan
Somalia is participating in the 2nd Eastern Africa Cultural, Arts, and Craft Festival held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Read more »
Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Hirshabelle President Ali Gudlaawe Hold Iftar Meeting
Radio Dalsan
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, accompanied by Hirshabelle State President Ali Gudlaawe, held an Iftar meeting in the town of Cadale with local leaders, politicians, members of… Read more »
March 20
Somalia: Islamic State in Somalia - the Terrorist Group's Origins, Rise and Recent Battlefield Defeats [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The Islamic State in Somalia is an affiliate of the transnational jihadist group Islamic State, known in short as ISIS. Based in the semi-autonomous northern Somalia territory of… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Journalist Killed in Al-Shabaab Bombing, At Least 22 Others Arrested for Reporting Attack
CPJ
The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Somali authorities to investigate the killing of journalist Mohamed Abukar Dabashe in a March 18 bombing by the militant group Al… Read more »
March 19
Somalia: UAE Condemns Al-Shabaab Assassination Attempt On Somalia President
Shabelle
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist assassination attempt on Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, which resulted in… Read more »
East Africa: Geopolitical Prize of the Horn - Why U.S. Recognition of Somaliland Matters
Addis Standard
The Horn of Africa in recent years has emerged as a theater of growing geopolitical competition, as world great powers are rushing to entrench their interests in a region that is… Read more »
Somalia: Ethiopian Troops Support Vulnerable Families in Gedo Region With Essential Food Supplies During Ramadan
Radio Dalsan
Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) troops in the Gedo region's Bardheere town have delivered crucial support to vulnerable families this Ramadan, providing essential food… Read more »
March 18
Somalia: Somali Militants Target Presidential Convoy in Bomb Attack - President Unharmed
Shabelle
A bomb attack targeted the convoy of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Somalia on Tuesday, but the president emerged unharmed. The attack occurred near the Ceel-Gaabta junction,… Read more »
Somalia: A Yemeni Fishing Vessel Hijacked Off Somalia Coast
Shabelle
In the latest of a series of pirate hijackings off Somalia this year EUNAVFOR ATALANTA reported a suspected hijacking of Yemini dhow, or fishing vessel, on 16 March in the vicinity… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia and Serbia Agree to Bolster Bilateral Relations
Radio Dalsan
In a significant step toward enhancing diplomatic and economic ties, Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Ahmed Macallim Fiqi, engaged in… Read more »
Somalia: Somali President Meets Hirshabelle Leadership and Military Commanders At Frontlines of Fight Against Terrorism
Radio Dalsan
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, currently stationed at the frontlines in the fight against terrorism, held a crucial meeting this evening in the town of Moqokori with the… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia, Serbia Discuss Bilateral Relations
Shabelle
Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Ðurić held phone talks with Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi on Tuesday, discussing ways to enhance diplomatic ties and cooperation. Read more »
Somalia: National Security Advisor Assures President Hassan Sheikh Safe After Attack On His Convoy
Shabelle
Somali National Security Advisor, Hussein Sheikh Ali, has confirmed that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is safe following a recent bombing attack on his convoy at the Ceel-Gaabta… Read more »
Somalia: Somali President Visits Frontlines As Govt Forces Battle Al-Shabaab
Shabelle
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud visited frontline positions on Monday to show support for government forces and local militias fighting against Al-Shabaab insurgents. Read more »
Somalia: Somali Forces Clash With Al-Shabaab Militants in Middle Shabelle Region
Shabelle
Somali National Army (SNA) forces, alongside local militias, launched an operation against Al-Shabaab militants in the Laba-garas area of the Middle Shabelle region on Tuesday. Read more »
Somalia: Sodma Commissioner Inaugurates the Somalia Drought Risk Reduction Conference in Nairobi
Radio Dalsan
The Somalia Drought Risk Reduction Conference officially commenced today, with Commissioner Mohamuud Moallim leading the opening ceremony. Read more »
March 17
Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Announces Cabinet Reshuffle
Shabelle
In a significant cabinet reshuffle, Somali Prime Minister H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre has appointed several new members to the government, with a focus on key ministries and deputy… Read more »
Djibouti: Somali Senate Speaker and Officials Attend Iftar Hosted By Djibouti Ambassador in Mogadishu
Radio Dalsan
The Speaker of the Senate, Abdi Hashi Abdullaahi, alongside key members of the Federal Government of Somalia, including ministers, members of parliament, and the Governor of… Read more »
Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh Meets With the Leadership of the Somali Air Force Operations
Radio Dalsan
The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a meeting with the leadership of the Somali Air Force Operations, during which he was briefed on the… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Police Chief Bids Farewell to Troops Heading to the Frontlines in the Fight Against Al-Shabaab
Radio Dalsan
In a formal ceremony held in Mogadishu, Brigadier General Asad Osman Abdullahi, Commander of the Somali Police Force, along with his deputy, Brigadier General Osman Abdullahi… Read more »
Somalia: Prime Minister of Somalia Launches National Transformation Plan 2025-2029
Shabelle
Prime Minister H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre officially launched the National Transformation Plan (NTP) 2025-2029 today in Mogadishu, marking a significant milestone in Somalia's path… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia's Prime Minister Chairs Meeting On Election Preparations
Shabelle
Somalia's Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre, chaired a critical meeting today focused on accelerating the country's election process. The meeting, which brought together government… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Police Force Units Join Ongoing Operations Against Terrorism in Middle Shabelle
Radio Dalsan
In a significant development on the frontlines of the ongoing security operations in the Middle Shabelle region, units from the Somali Police Force (SPF) have arrived to reinforce… Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Launches National Transformation Plan (Ntp 2025-2029) Under Leadership of Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre
Radio Dalsan
In a significant milestone for the country's future, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre officially launched Somalia's National Transformation Plan (NTP) 2025-2029 today in Mogadishu. Read more »
