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06/05/2023

A heavy fighting between the federal government forces of Somalia alongside local militia and Alshabab fighters reportedly occurred on the outskirts of Beledweyne, the administrative city of Somalia’s Hiiraan region. Both sides did not disclose if there were casualties. But, residents told the local media they heard powerful weapons and two extreme blasts and couldn’t confirm whether it was a su***de attack....

A heavy fighting between the federal government forces of Somalia alongside local militia and Alshabab fighters reportedly occurred on the outskirts of Beledweyne, the administrative city of Somali…

02/05/2023

In a televised question-and-answer session in Mogadishu, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia discussed various topics including security and the 2026 elections. He announced plans for one-person, one-vote elections, expressing his determination not to return to the indirect election system in which he was twice elected as President, most recently in May 2022. The President noted that the plan to hold such an important election will soon start in the country to avoid delays, underlining that they have good time to prepare for it....

In a televised question-and-answer session in Mogadishu, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia discussed various topics including security and the 2026 elections. He announced plans for one-pe…

29/04/2023

The President of Uganda, Yuweri Kaguta Museveni has expressed optimism that regional states could solve the Somalia prolonged conflicts anytime soon. He made the statement during the conclusion of the ATMIS troop contributors summit in Kampala. Museveni reminded the heads of states that Africa has already solved similar conflicts referring to the Idi Amin era of Uganda which was solved in Tanzania and the Burundi conflict which was solved by East African communities and said that the problem of Somalia can also be solved anytime soon....

The President of Uganda, Yuweri Kaguta Museveni has expressed optimism that regional states could solve the Somalia prolonged conflicts anytime soon. He made the statement during the conclusion of …

29/04/2023

The Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia, Salah Ahmed Jama has visited the camps where the people affected by the heavy rains in Mogadishu live. He instructed the National Disaster Management Agency to immediately extend help to the victims, and called on the Somali community to do their part in helping their fellow Somalis. He also visited some of the Water Works of the capital, where at that time the Banadir Regional Government was carrying out water harvesting operations, and he highlighted their important role....

The Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia, Salah Ahmed Jama has visited the camps where the people affected by the heavy rains in Mogadishu live. He instructed the National Disaster Management Agency to…

25/04/2023

African Union officials from countries contributing troops to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) gathered in Kampala, Uganda to review and evaluate the mission's performance in Somalia. The four-day meeting, which began on April 24, 2023, included officials from the African Union Commission, ATMIS Mission Headquarters, Troop Contributing Countries such as Burundi, Djibouti, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Uganda, as well as Somalia, and representatives from international partners....

African Union officials from countries contributing troops to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) gathered in Kampala, Uganda to review and evaluate the mission’s performa…

25/04/2023

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia received Burundi’s Foreign affairs Minister Albert Shingiro who is now in Mogadishu for a two day state visit. The president thanked Shingiro for Burundi’s support and expressed hope for continued cooperation between the two countries. He also noted that Shingiro’s visit reflects Somalia’s progress in recent years. Burundi has said it will continue to support the Federal Government of Somalia’s efforts to completely liberate the country from Al-Shabaab....

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia received Burundi’s Foreign affairs Minister Albert Shingiro who is now in Mogadishu for a two day state visit. The president thanked Shingiro for Bu…

25/04/2023

Responding to an article by the Kenyan East African Newspaper which revealed that Somalia aims for a term extension for the African union transition mission, Somalia said it only focuses on handover of security responsibility from ATMIS. Somalia’s presidential advisor on security Hussein Sheikh Ali has dismissed the media report in a twitter post that the Horn of African nation was seeking an extended stay of the African Union troops and referred to it as ‘false reporting.’...

Responding to an article by the Kenyan East African Newspaper which revealed that Somalia aims for a term extension for the African union transition mission, Somalia said it only focuses on handove…

09/04/2023

Abdiaziz Dhobo, a 24-year-old young man, died in a pond on the southern outskirts of Masala in Hargeisa city. The Fire Brigade together with police quickly went to the scene and searched for the body, retrieved the deceased who was stuck in the mud at the bottom of the pond and succeeded in removing the body of the deceased from it....

Abdiaziz Dhobo, a 24-year-old young man, died in a pond on the southern outskirts of Masala in Hargeisa city. The Fire Brigade together with police quickly went to the scene and searched for the bo…

09/04/2023

During a meeting between Somalia’s house of representatives speaker, Adam Madobe and the newly appointed Djibouti ambassador to Somalia, Mohammed Ibrahim Yousuf. The two countries have agreed to strengthen diplomatic ties and collaborate in the fight against Al-Shabaab. Somalia house of representatives speaker Sheikh Adan Mohamed Noor said Somalia and Djibouti which have had good relations over the years have agreed to enhance collaborations in various sectors for the good of citizens of the two nations....

During a meeting between Somalia’s house of representatives speaker, Adam Madobe and the newly appointed Djibouti ambassador to Somalia, Mohammed Ibrahim Yousuf. The two countries have agreed to st…

09/04/2023

The military court of Puntland state of the federal republic of Somalia sentenced 14 men, who the court stated were part of Al-shabab group to death. The ages of the sentenced young men are mostly between 18 - 28. Abdifatah Haji Aden, the Chairman of Puntland's military court, released the names and information of the convicted Al-shabab members, including a Abdihakin Jamaac Hassan Dhere 52 years old, born in Galkayo, which the court sentenced him to 20 years in prison....

The military court of Puntland state of the federal republic of Somalia sentenced 14 men, who the court stated were part of Al-shabab group to death. The ages of the sentenced young men are mostly …

08/04/2023

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia has declared a ban on weapons and military-grade trucks from Mogadishu in a move to bolster security in the city. He warned businessmen and politicians against the importation and use of weapons in the city. The President added that flouting the ban would not be tolerated and said his administration will go for those who bring weapons into the city....

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia has declared a ban on weapons and military-grade trucks from Mogadishu in a move to bolster security in the city. He warned businessmen and politicians ag…

08/04/2023

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland Pekka Haavisto, in Villa Somalia, Mogadishu. The President and the Minister discussed in the meeting, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, bilateral relations between Finland and Somalia, political and peace processes in Somalia and the Horn of Africa, and environmental and climate matters....

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland Pekka Haavisto, in Villa Somalia, Mogadishu. The President and the Minist…

08/04/2023

The President of the federal Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud, visited Hiilweyne camp, which is located between Mogadishu city and Balad district in the Middle Shabelle region, to meet the recently graduated military police troops in Uganda. President Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud, inspected the situation of the troops, while listening to reports from the leading officers of these forces. These new troops will participate in the security of the capital Mogadishu, in a new move by the government to prioritize the security of the country's citizens, safety of Somali citizens....

The President of the federal Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud, visited Hiilweyne camp, which is located between Mogadishu city and Balad district in the Middle Shabelle region, to meet th…

08/04/2023

The Somalia National Army has launched an operation against the Al-Shabaab group in Galgaduud region and its environs. The operation also extended to Galcad town and neighboring villages that had been taken over by the militants. Army officials held meetings with locals in the areas and claimed they got crucial information about the operations of the Alshabab and also saw the extent of suffering inflicted upon the locals....

The Somalia National Army has launched an operation against the Al-Shabaab group in Galgaduud region and its environs. The operation also extended to Galcad town and neighboring villages that had b…

08/04/2023

Somalia Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre and his Serbian counterpart Ana Brnabić discussed potential areas of mutual cooperation during a conversation on Friday. The leaders identified trade and investment, debt relief, and support in international forums as key collaborative areas. They also emphasized the importance of strengthening long-term friendships and advancing health and education initiatives. Cooperation in modern security technologies was acknowledged as another critical area of collaboration....

Somalia Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre and his Serbian counterpart Ana Brnabić discussed potential areas of mutual cooperation during a conversation on Friday. The leaders identified trade and inv…

03/04/2023

Somaliland President, Muse Bihi reaffirmed his statement that the government is ready to adhere to a ceasefire to end the volatile situation in LasAnod through peaceful talks. On the other side, the President welcomed the appointment of Somalia's new special envoy for Somaliland affairs……… The President of Somaliland, Muse Bihi has reiterated his government’s wish to end the ongoing conflict in LasAnod peacefully through dialogue if the other side makes a similar decision, he said....

Somaliland President, Muse Bihi reaffirmed his statement that the government is ready to adhere to a ceasefire to end the volatile situation in LasAnod through peaceful talks. On the other side, th…

01/04/2023

As fighting between Somaliland security forces and armed militia continues in LasAnod for nearly three months. The opposing forces engaged in further conflict on Saturday where casualties were reported. Somaliland security forces claimed to have arrested dozens of prisoners of war that include Farah Mohamed Dalmar who is a member of Somalia’s Puntland state. Reports say Faarah Dalmar resigned as MP in January to join the armed conflict in LasAnod even though it's yet unclear if the house accepted his resignation or not....

As fighting between Somaliland security forces and armed militia continues in LasAnod for nearly three months. The opposing forces engaged in further conflict on Saturday where casualties were repo…

27/03/2023

In an effort to counter the influence of Washington's rivals on the continent, the United States Vice President Kamala Harris has re-emphasized the US commitment to increasing investment in Africa and aiding in the stimulation of economic growth. Kamala Harris said this as she arrived in Ghana on Sunday where she is commencing her tour of Africa. The United States has expressed its commitment to increase investment in Africa and help stimulate economic growth as part of efforts to counter the influence of Washington's rivals on the continent....

In an effort to counter the influence of Washington’s rivals on the continent, the United States Vice President Kamala Harris has re-emphasized the US commitment to increasing investment in A…

27/03/2023

A heavy contingent of police officers has been deployed in different parts of Kenya's capital Nairobi on Monday morning ahead of anti-government protests. team of Kenya Anti-riot police erected roadblocks at all roads leading to the State House ahead of the Azimio la Umoja anti-government protests. Police were also heavily deployed at various streets and avenues in the city. Many shops were closedin anticipation of Azimio protests....

A heavy contingent of police officers has been deployed in different parts of Kenya’s capital Nairobi on Monday morning ahead of anti-government protests. team of Kenya Anti-riot police erect…

25/03/2023

The US- trained Somalia National Army commando forces Danab has rejected that they are part of the armed conflict in Las-Anod. Danab Army Chief, Colonel Ahmed Abdillahi Nour “Beer-yare” in a twitter post statement denied that his army is part of the LasAnod armed clashes. He added that the prime mission Danab forces was trained, prepared and equipped is not to involve in “clan conflicts” but is to fight against terrorism in Somalia....

The US- trained Somalia National Army commando forces Danab has rejected that they are part of the armed conflict in Las-Anod. Danab Army Chief, Colonel Ahmed Abdillahi Nour “Beer-yare” in a twitte…

25/03/2023

According to government officials, An Alshabab member known as Dhurre Yusuf Garow also known as Hilal surrendered to the Somalia National Army’s 60 units in the Bay region. Dhurre was responsible for guerrilla operations for the Alshabab. He said that the reason he left the group is because of the internal conflicts and the lies they share about the Islamic religion....

According to government officials, An Alshabab member known as Dhurre Yusuf Garow also known as Hilal surrendered to the Somalia National Army’s 60 units in the Bay region. Dhurre was responsible f…

25/03/2023

According to reports from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Flash floods resulting from heavy rains have claimed the lives of at least 14 individuals, displaced thousands, and caused property damage in the Baardheere District of the Gedo region. The UN has additionally reported that several areas of Somalia have experienced light to moderate rain over the past week, signalling the onset of the Gu rainy season from April to June....

According to reports from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Flash floods resulting from heavy rains have claimed the lives of at least 14 individuals, displaced thousands,…

28/02/2023

In a press release statement, Somaliland Ministry of Defence disclosed that Somalia’s high ranking Army officials joined the war in Lasanod and together with what Somaliland called as “anti-peace and terrorist groups” who attacked Somaliland military bases in Lasanod city on Tuesday Morning, which the accused sides have not yet commented on. The National Army Forces of the Republic of Somaliland, declared that in an attempt to defend themselves, struck a blow against the allied groups and left them with heavy losses....

In a press release statement, Somaliland Ministry of Defence disclosed that Somalia’s high ranking Army officials joined the war in Lasanod and together with what Somaliland called as “anti-peace a…

28/02/2023

The Somaliland house of representatives has appointed a special committee to make assessment about the volatile situation in LasAnod which has now entered for the third consecutive week and resulted in hundreds of people dead and many more wounded. In the statement, the house did not give a deadline to the selected committee. but, asked them to provide a comprehensive report to the house “very soon.” However, the appointment followed after the house held a closed session on Sunday and discussed the strained situation in LasAnod....

The Somaliland house of representatives has appointed a special committee to make assessment about the volatile situation in LasAnod which has now entered for the third consecutive week and resulte…

28/02/2023

The United States government has donated at $126 million in support of Kenya's drought relief efforts. The announcement comes following a visit to the country by First Lady Jill Biden. According to the U.S. Agency for International Development, the funds will help meet the urgent needs for approximately 1.3 million people across Kenya. The assistance to Kenya comes amid an ongoing drought that has left more than four million people dire need of food with the number expected to rise to over five million by June this year....

The United States government has donated at $126 million in support of Kenya’s drought relief efforts. The announcement comes following a visit to the country by First Lady Jill Biden. Accord…

28/02/2023

The Somaliland National Army in a press release statement claimed that they have captured prisoners and combat vehicles from an attack on the National Army of Somaliland's bases in the front line of Sool region on Monday morning. Somaliland stated that Somalia’s Puntland state together with what Somaliland called as “anti-peace and terrorist groups,” have attacked Somaliland military bases in LasAnod city and left the Puntland forces with heavy losses....

The Somaliland National Army in a press release statement claimed that they have captured prisoners and combat vehicles from an attack on the National Army of Somaliland’s bases in the front …

26/02/2023

The house of representatives speaker of Somaliland, Abdirizak Khalif has found fault with President Muse Bihi for allegedly destroying every positive effort to make peace plans and bring the warring sides together in a peaceful manner. An accusation President Bihi and his administration have yet to establish a response to. The Speaker revealed that all his recommendations for possible ways to end the conflict in LasAnod city to the President fell on deaf ears while expressing displeasure at Bihi's administration to label local fighters as “terrorist groups.”...

The house of representatives speaker of Somaliland, Abdirizak Khalif has found fault with President Muse Bihi for allegedly destroying every positive effort to make peace plans and bring the warrin…

26/02/2023

In A Press conference the Minister of foreign affairs for Somaliland, Essa Kayd has formally confirmed to the public and the international community that the government has eventually retreated its army forces from the frontlines in LasAnod where they were stationed for the past weeks to their designated military bases. According to the minister, The government made this decision while taking into consideration the voices of the citizens and the international partners in order to achieve a ceasefire and minimize civilian impact....

In A Press conference the Minister of foreign affairs for Somaliland, Essa Kayd has formally confirmed to the public and the international community that the government has eventually retreated its…

25/02/2023

New clashes between Somaliland security forces and local militia have resumed today in LasAnod. Initial reports say both sides have used heavy weapons . However no immediate casualties were reported. Garad Mukhtar Garad Ali, one of the traditional elders confirmed the resumption of the fighting between the warring sides and underlined the war started “within the city”. Which was initially taking place at the outskirts of the city....

New clashes between Somaliland security forces and local militia have resumed today in LasAnod. Initial reports say both sides have used heavy weapons . However no immediate casualties were reporte…

25/02/2023

First Lady of the United States, Dr Jill Biden, arrived in Kenya on Friday afternoon for a three-day visit.She is accompanied by her granddaughter Naomi Biden . The plane carrying Jill Biden touched down at 4:28 pm at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport amid tight Security. She was warmly recieved by Kenya's first lady Raechel Ruto and EAC CS Rebecca Miano....

First Lady of the United States, Dr Jill Biden, arrived in Kenya on Friday afternoon for a three-day visit.She is accompanied by her granddaughter Naomi Biden .The plane carrying Jill Biden touched…

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