Author: Hassan Mohamed

Somalia intensifies push to flush out ISIS elements holed up in Puntland’s Almiskaad mountains Jan 12, 2025

Puntland officials say hundreds of ISIS fighters from the Middle East have been sneaking into its eastern rugged Golis and Alimiskaad mountainous regi...

Ethiopia and Somalia restore full diplomatic, trade ties Jan 11, 2025

The leaders reaffirmed that the stability of the region requires strong cooperation between the two countries based on mutual trust, confidence and re...

Attempt to rescue jailed family members fails as guards at Somalia’s Galkaayo prison repel armed attackers Jan 11, 2025

The five prisoners are in jail to serve various sentences for murder committed three months ago with the main suspect sentenced to death by firing squ...

Somalia urges Gaza ceasefire in first UNSC briefing Jan 04, 2025

Somalia said Palestinians lack basic necessities like food, water, shelter and medicines due to an Israeli aid blockade on Gaza.

Boost for Somalia’s tourism as first five-star hotel to be built near Mogadishu Airport Dec 27, 2024

The hotel will feature 321 luxury accommodations, including 261 guest rooms and 60 serviced apartments. Amenities will include a fitness centre, spa,...

Somali lawmakers condemn flight ban to Jubaland, term it unconstitutional Dec 26, 2024

The lawmakers specifically warned the Federal Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation and SCAA who are both responsible for civil aviation matters in...

Somalia Prime Minister Hamza Abdi dismisses Petroleum Minister in cabinet reshuffle Dec 22, 2024

The reshuffle marks a significant shift in Somalia’s government, raising questions about the future direction of its oil and gas exploration initiativ...

New Mogadishu Mayor plans to hold first civic elections next year Dec 22, 2024

Successfully holding civic elections in Mogadishu would be a landmark achievement, especially given the city’s turbulent history.

Somalia takes over leadership of East African Standby Force from Rwanda Dec 22, 2024

In June this year, Somalia won a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council and will begin its two-year term in 2025.

Somalia and Tanzania sign landmark agreements to strengthen bilateral relations Dec 21, 2024

The agreement also included health sector collaboration to improve healthcare systems in both countries, tourism development to boost tourism, a defen...

Eastleigh Business Community members attend launch of Somalia’s $3.5 billion project Dec 20, 2024

Eastleigh Business Community Chairman Ahmed Abdullahi Yare led the delegation of 27 Kenyan businesspeople to the launch.

Somaliland opposition leader Abdullahi ‘Irro’ elected president of breakaway region Nov 19, 2024

Political analyst Mustaf Abdi says incoming President Irro has a lot on his plate when he takes over the country’s leadership.

[Photos] Somalia’s first bowling club opens in Mogadishu Oct 17, 2024

As its name implies, Feynuus, which translates to "lantern light" in Somali, has been illuminating Mogadishu, with games of bowling, dominoes, cards,...

Somali police intercept network trafficking girls to Al-Shabaab fighters Oct 03, 2024

All Al-Shabaab-related crimes in Somalia are handled by the military court.

Somalia launches new veterinary laboratory to boost livestock exports and economic growth Aug 20, 2024

The public welcomed the development, expressing optimism that it would boost the livestock sector, create jobs, and bring much-needed foreign currency...

Jowhar: Somalia’s agricultural town that craves its glorious past Aug 19, 2024

A high cost of production, especially the price of fertiliser, and years of war have left farmers unable to meet demand.

Somalia welcomes Turkish-led mediation talks with Ethiopia Aug 12, 2024

The development comes after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held a phone call on Sunday evening with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of the Republic of...

Survivors’ tales of night of terror after bomb attack at Mogadishu's Liido Beach Aug 11, 2024

A deadly gun battle ensued after five Al-Shabaab fighters stormed the nearby Beach View Hotel, shooting people indiscriminately.

Reprieve for Somali entrepreneurs as UAE opens visa consulate in Mogadishu Jul 29, 2024

The latest move by the UAE shows Somalia's improving foreign relations and confidence with the rest of the world as the country reels back from nearly...

Puntland State concludes civic elections, the first in southern Somalia Jul 24, 2024

Provisional results issued by Puntland Electoral Commission (PEC) show that the ruling party Kaah won most of the seats but was short of winning a maj...

135 Al-Shabaab terrorists killed in Somalia, more captured alive Jul 22, 2024

The Jubaland Intelligence and Security Agency issued a statement today confirming that 135 Al-Shabaab fighters, including commanders, were killed in a...

Fresh flooding risk alert issued in Somalia amid rising river levels May 07, 2024

The government has taken measures to mitigate the flood effects to ensure safety and support to affected populations.

Al-Shabaab kills 6 staff of Somalia's largest telco in car bomb attack Apr 28, 2024

Police Spokesperson Abdifatah Adan Hassan says the attack was by Al-Shabaab militants, who have targeted Hormuud Telecom before.

Al-Shabaab militant, two children die after bomb explodes in his house Apr 28, 2024

Police said his wife survived the blast and they hope she will help to unravel what happened during the incident once she is treated.

Tanzania, Somalia Presidents hold bilateral talks to advance ties Apr 27, 2024

The meeting was held on the sidelines of the celebrations to mark the 60th anniversary of the union between Tanganyika and Zanzibar.

President Hassan urges unity, coperation for Somalia's development Apr 26, 2024

The President reiterated his desire to continue reaching out to Puntland State to mend ties and see the country continue on its positive trajectory of...

Somaliland presidential election set for November 13 Apr 21, 2024

The government of Somaliland said that they are deeply 'offended' by the language in the communique issued by the G7 foreign ministers referring to So...

Sustained military offensive, hard times pushed us to surrender - Al-Shabaab defectors Apr 21, 2024

In the last two weeks alone more than 25 Al-Shabaab fighters have surrendered. The Somalia government has an open amnesty policy for Al-Shabaab defect...

Turkey to start oil drilling off Somali Coast in 2025-  Minister Apr 20, 2024

When he signed the oil and gas exploration agreement in March, Abdirizak said the agreement was for Turkey to do the oil exploration on onshore and of...

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