Author: Abdirahman Khalif

Somalia’s envoy condemns Mogadishu City Club fans for disrespecting Kenyan flag at CAF clash Sep 24, 2025

Though the incident cast a shadow over an otherwise competitive first-leg encounter, officials from both countries emphasised the need to refocus on t...

173 Somalis repatriated from Libya in joint government-IOM operation Sep 23, 2025

Following the arrival of the group in Mogadishu, 22 individuals were flown on to Hargeisa in Somaliland, while the remaining 151 stayed in the capital...

Somali boxing champion Ramla Ali awarded medal of honour in Mogadishu for global triumph Sep 23, 2025

The recognition was given in a ceremony held in the capital to celebrate her contribution to sports and her role in representing Somalia on the intern...

Fire guts several houses at Kanuku informal settlement in Kamukunji’s California Ward Sep 22, 2025

Videos seen by The Eastleigh Voice showed flames spreading rapidly through the densely populated area as residents attempted to save their belongings.

Kenyans unite against Gaza genocide, call for Israel boycott at Uhuru Park protest Sep 21, 2025

The event brought together Islamic scholars, political leaders, imams from across the country, civil society leaders, and members of the public, all e...

MP Yusuf Hassan donates food, blankets to victims of three Kamukunji fire incidents Sep 20, 2025

MP Yusuf Hassan assured the victims that assistance would not end with the initial distribution of food and blankets. He said his office was in touch...

Police arrest suspected bandit, recover AK-47 in Garissa shootout Sep 18, 2025

Officers in Garissa Sub-County were responding to reports of gunfire from members of the public when they encountered the armed suspects.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh announces new visa rules for foreign passport holders Sep 18, 2025

He said that no Somali citizen is able to travel to another country using a Somali passport without first applying for a visa, and therefore, the same...

Somali President Hassan calls for dialogue on Nile River dispute, reaffirms strategic ties with Egypt Sep 17, 2025

President Hassan highlighted that the disagreements over the use and management of the Nile River should not become a source of division in the region...

Somali court sentences woman to 15 years for laundering Sh155 million to Al-Shabaab Sep 17, 2025

Banadir Regional Court ruled that Nadiifo Hassan Abdiqadir Abdulle channelled the money through her personal bank accounts, disguising illicit transfe...

US, Somalia step up cooperation against financial crimes and terrorist financing Sep 16, 2025

The discussions, held in Mogadishu, focused on practical steps to secure Somalia’s financial system and to disrupt the flow of funds that sustain arme...

Somalia seeks additional Sh5 billion to print new banknotes Sep 16, 2025

The limited supply of the currency and its outdated design have created significant difficulties for citizens, businesses, and government institutions...

Lack of streetlights on Eastleigh's Keroe Street raises security concerns Sep 15, 2025

The absence of lighting has created insecurity, with many people avoiding the road at night and calling for urgent action from Nairobi City County to...

Somali police launch crackdown on unauthorised use of military uniforms Sep 15, 2025

The announcement comes at a time when the number of social media influencers and content creators filming videos in military attire has sharply increa...

Somalia reopens Mogadishu voter listing as new political framework promises greater citizen participation Sep 14, 2025

The Somali electoral commission has announced that registration is open to all eligible residents of the capital, including first-time voters and thos...

Kamukunji's Kiambiu residents flock to free mobile ID registration ahead of voter listing Sep 11, 2025

By 7:00 am, long queues—mostly of young people—had already formed at the registration point. Officials assured residents that the service was free, wi...

Nairobi Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria leads crackdown on illegal dumping, hawkers in Eastleigh Sep 10, 2025

Mosiria supervised the removal of garbage that had been clogging the drainage channels. The sewer line along Athumani Kipanga had been blocked for wee...

Eastleigh South residents welcome construction of long-awaited Mvuma Nyuki road Sep 09, 2025

For years, residents and businesses along this stretch have complained about poor road conditions, which have disrupted movement and caused environmen...

Eastleigh traders accuse City Hall of inaction as unlicensed hawkers flood streets despite ban Sep 08, 2025

The hawkers, selling a variety of goods, could be seen blocking parts of Mohamed Yusuf Haji Avenue and even obstructing entrances to several malls, di...

Eastleigh mall owners protest return of hawkers, call for county action Sep 06, 2025

Eastleigh has long grappled with the challenge of unregulated hawkers who often set up stalls outside major malls, blocking both entrances and nearby...

Relief for Eastleigh residents as construction begins on Seventh Street after years of neglect Sep 04, 2025

With construction now underway, residents and business operators along Seventh Street are hopeful that the long years of struggle are coming to an end...

Senator Ali Roba raises further alarm over presence of Jubaland Forces in Mandera Sep 03, 2025

The senator further claimed that Jubaland forces have consolidated their strength within Mandera town on Kenyan soil and are gradually taking over the...

Eastleigh’s General Wariungi Street lights up after years in darkness Sep 02, 2025

The prolonged darkness had made the stretch unsafe and unattractive. Street families turned the road reserves into makeshift homes, sleeping along the...

Mandera residents protest presence of Jubaland forces in the county Sep 02, 2025

Farmers in the area reported that they have been restricted from accessing their farms beyond 4 pm, which has affected their ability to work and provi...

Somalia adds Northeastern State to federal map despite Somaliland objections Sep 01, 2025

The announcement follows a year-long process that began when local leaders set up the SSC-Khaatumo transitional administration after Somaliland troops...

Egyptian military delegation in Mogadishu as Cairo prepares troop deployment to Somalia Aug 31, 2025

The visit follows the completion of specialised training by the Egyptian contingent, designed to prepare them for operations in Somalia.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh hosts UAE minister for talks on security, development Aug 28, 2025

The statement added that both leaders emphasised the importance of further deepening the longstanding partnership between Somalia and the United Arab...

Somalia’s Auditor-General accuses top courts of blocking $1 million financial audit Aug 27, 2025

Speaking at a press conference in Mogadishu on Tuesday, Issa revealed that the Supreme Court, the Benadir Regional Court, and the Benadir Regional App...

Somalia welcomes first Egyptian troops for new AU mission Aug 26, 2025

Somalia’s Ministry of Defence emphasised that the involvement of multiple troop-contributing countries demonstrates the shared commitment across the c...

Mud from Eastleigh's Second Avenue extension spreads to General Wariungi Street, disrupting movement and businesses Aug 25, 2025

The section has now become muddy and waterlogged whenever it rains, leaving both pedestrians and vehicles with limited space to move.

Property worth millions destroyed as fire razes shops at Yare Business Park in Eastleigh Aug 23, 2025

While some shopkeepers suffered heavy losses, the majority managed to remove their goods before the flames spread. However, they now face the challeng...

MP Yusuf Hassan pledges to protect public land as intruders break into Maina Wanjigi in attempt to grab land Aug 22, 2025

Yusuf also said that he would escalate the matter to relevant government agencies, including the Ministry of Education and the Ethics and Anti-Corrupt...

23 Somali nationals killed after two boats capsized off Italian coast Aug 21, 2025

Somalia’s ambassador to Italy, Ibrahim Omar Shegow, said that the incident highlights the risks Somalis face when they attempt irregular sea journeys...

Quba Islamic Centre in Garissa shut over leadership wrangles, clan clashes Aug 20, 2025

Efforts by elders, security officials, and political leaders to mediate between the rival factions have so far failed, with each side refusing to comp...

US offers Sh1.3 billion reward for information on ISIS-Somalia financial networks Aug 20, 2025

The State Department said the initiative is part of efforts to weaken the global network of the militant group by targeting its financial base.

Somali Forces kill over 100 Al-Shabaab fighters in Lower Shabelle region Aug 19, 2025

The attacks were conducted using precision airstrikes, followed by a ground advance from Danab units to secure control and confirm the impact.

Traders close shops in Kampala as protest against taxman, foreign competition intensifies Aug 19, 2025

Police moved in to disperse the gatherings and arrested several traders accused of mobilising others to close their shops and participate in the prote...

‘We are tired’: Eastleigh residents decry bad state of neglected roads amid heavy rains Aug 18, 2025

The flooding has disrupted movement for both pedestrians and vehicles. Cars often get stuck or are forced to slow down to navigate through the water,...

Somalia launches Danabeysan digital signature system to streamline government payments Aug 17, 2025

Experts noted that the system will streamline workflows by reducing duplication, directly linking authorisation to record-keeping, and strengthening i...

Garbage dumping returns to Eastleigh road reserves as residents blame lax enforcement Aug 14, 2025

The renewed problem comes despite previous efforts by Nairobi County’s anti-dumping unit, supported by local well-wishers, which had significantly red...

Residents of Eastleigh’s Seventh Street demand urgent road repairs Aug 13, 2025

Seventh Street, which links Second Avenue to Third Avenue, remains in poor condition. Its neighbouring streets, including Sixth Street and Eighth Stre...

Senator Ali Roba urges urgent action to protect Mandera from Somalia border clashes Aug 12, 2025

While emphasising Kenya’s respect for the sovereignty of neighbouring states, Senator Roba warned that external conflicts must not be allowed to endan...

Somalia, US hold talks on expanded cooperation on border security, immigration Aug 11, 2025

The discussions brought together Mustafa Sheekh Ali Duhulow, Director General of the Somali Immigration and Citizenship Authority, U.S. Ambassador to...

175 Kamukunji youth receive business equipment from President Ruto to boost employment and income Aug 11, 2025

The equipment included water tanks, salon and barbershop kits, wood-cutting machines, fully equipped posho mills, public address systems, and catering...

Somalia, UN Support Office strengthen security partnership to boost fight against Al-Shabaab Aug 11, 2025

Under the agreement, UNSOS will provide non-lethal equipment, transport assistance, medical support, and specialised training to help the army secure...

Pastoralist group slams Gachagua over claims on Ruto's vetting policy Aug 10, 2025

The association said the claims were unfounded and risked reviving a history of ethnic profiling and exclusion that Somali Kenyans and pastoralist com...

Eastleigh traders decry soaring taxes during meeting with KRA officials Aug 07, 2025

Traders said delays in offloading and clearance of consignments have worsened, resulting in higher storage fees and increased costs for final consumer...

KeNHA revises Isiolo-Mandera road project, adds new features to enhance cross-border links Aug 06, 2025

The road, once complete, is expected to play a major role in connecting remote parts of Northern Kenya to national and regional markets.

MP Adan Keynan seeks release of Kenyan teacher detained in Somalia Aug 06, 2025

The teacher, identified as Hassan Osman Qassim, originally from Wajir County, has now spent over two months in detention in Laascaanood without any fo...

Sludge dumping by Nairobi's Green Army sparks health, safety concerns along Eastleigh's General Wariungi Street Aug 05, 2025

The sludge has blocked a large section of the road, making it difficult for vehicles and motorcycles to pass.

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