Author: Abdirahman Khalif

Egypt and Somalia sign strategic partnership agreement Jan 23, 2025

The meeting, held in Cairo, marked a pivotal step in strengthening cooperation between the two nations across a range of areas, including trade, cultu...

Hundreds of passengers stranded in Nairobi as Somali airlines suspend flights to Mogadishu Jan 22, 2025

At Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, around 200 passengers scheduled to travel to Mogadishu were stranded early Wednesday morning.

Somalia's ex-President Mohamed Farmaajo warns of political instability, urges dialogue to address political tensions Jan 21, 2025

The former President highlighted the dangers of unilateral actions, particularly in relation to constitutional amendments and electoral processes.

Eastleigh business leaders decry propaganda, defend cosmopolitan identity Jan 20, 2025

Omar dismissed the claims as false, explaining that the Somali community often invests alongside people from other communities. He said such partnersh...

Eastleigh Business District Association rebrands, unveils 2025 goals at annual meeting" Jan 19, 2025

EBDA believes that its performance in 2024 exceeded expectations, and the association is optimistic about achieving even greater success in 2025.

Why Jubaland President visited Nairobi amid tension with Somalia federal government Jan 18, 2025

Reports indicate that Ahmed will meet with ambassadors from the international community in Kenya to discuss political issues affecting Somalia.

Night market thrives on Eastleigh’s Kipanga Athumani Street as major malls close for the day Jan 16, 2025

The resilience of the hawkers and their ability to adapt to the conditions keeps the market alive, providing affordable goods.

Influx of hawkers in Eastleigh sparks concerns Jan 15, 2025

Officially, hawkers in Eastleigh are allowed to conduct business starting at 5 p.m., as the mornings are reserved for shop owners and mall businesses.

Three suspects arrested in connection with murder of IEBC official Jan 14, 2025

The arrests followed a week-long manhunt and were carried out during coordinated operations within the coastal region by the DCI.

Tanzanian activist Maria Tsehai recounts ordeal in hands of abductors in Nairobi Jan 13, 2025

Tsehai linked her abduction to the Tanzanian government, expressing that her online activism in the lead-up to the country's elections had made her a...

Kamukunji Secondary School celebrates historic milestone with female student's A- Grade Jan 10, 2025

Hidaya Mohamed has been studying German language as she hopes to study aerospace engineering in Germany.

Death of Farhia Boss Lady sends shockwaves across Somalia Jan 08, 2025

Farhia, a well-known Somali celebrity, passed away in Mogadishu on Wednesday morning after a brief illness.

Book vendors in Eastleigh report booming business with reopening of schools Jan 06, 2025

Parents voiced concerns over the rising prices of textbooks, with many accusing vendors of taking advantage of the high demand to increase prices.

Police looking for man who injured sister in brutal attack in Eastleigh Jan 04, 2025

Ridwan claims her brother's anger stemmed from her decision to travel to Uganda without his approval.

Police kill suspected phone snatcher in robbery attempt in Nairobi's Eastleigh Jan 02, 2025

The robbers reportedly attacked a pedestrian who was walking to Al-Hidaya Mosque for morning prayers along Athumani Kipande Street, commonly referred...

Eastleigh's business sector sees remarkable growth in 2024 with multiple entrants Jan 01, 2025

The regional business hub saw developments in banking, retail, hospitality, and real estate.

How Eastleigh businesses remained resilient in the face of Gen Z protests Dec 31, 2024

In the subsequent demonstrations, Eastleigh’s business community continued to focus on recovery, hoping for stability in the months ahead.

How Eastleigh defied misleading narratives, remained peaceful throughout 2024 Dec 26, 2024

Despite efforts to tarnish its reputation, Eastleigh has remained a beacon of stability in Nairobi. The area continues to thrive as a major business h...

Eastleigh struggles with garbage crisis during festive season Dec 26, 2024

Several major roads in the area have turned into makeshift garbage disposal sites, causing discomfort and disruptions for residents, traders, and moto...

Somalia and Egypt forge closer ties as new African Union mission looms Dec 23, 2024

The evolving dynamics among Somalia, Egypt, and Ethiopia signal broader geopolitical changes in the region, with the African Union playing a central r...

Relief for Somalia as Russia announces cancellation of $48.1 million debt Dec 21, 2024

With international cooperation and a commitment to reforms, Somalia is poised to rebuild its economy and improve the lives of its citizens.

Somalia steps up efforts to repatriate migrants from Libya Dec 18, 2024

The Wednesday repatriation flight was the third conducted within the last two months under the Migrant Protection, Return, and Reintegration Programme...

EU extends mandates for security operations in Somalia Dec 16, 2024

The decision follows a strategic review of the EU's engagement in Somalia and the Horn of Africa, aiming to address evolving security challenges and e...

Somali migrants' harrowing journey at sea ends in tragedy Dec 12, 2024

One boat carried 37 passengers, mostly women and two children—a two-year-old boy and an eight-year-old girl.

Young author publishes memoir highlighting challenges of illegal migration Dec 10, 2024

Her book, divided into 11 chapters, is written in the form of poetry. It recounts her life experiences and warns readers, particularly young girls, ab...

Police and youth in Kamukunji’s California Ward team up to tackle crime Dec 07, 2024

The collaboration between a local police station and community leaders aims to provide meaningful opportunities for young people

Eastleigh celebrates opening of 17-storey Bilal Towers, its latest commercial icon Dec 05, 2024

The launch drew hundreds of attendees, including local business people, residents, and leaders such as Kamukunji Member of Parliament Yusuf Hassan and...

Uncollected sludge on General Waruingi sparks health and safety concerns in Eastleigh Dec 04, 2024

The sewage system in the area had been blocked, resulting in road flooding during rainfall. Workers removed the sludge to address the issue, but it wa...

Family seeks justice after body of missing Form Three student found in Bahati, Nairobi Dec 02, 2024

Arafat had been in Nairobi for just one month, spending the school holidays with his family in Eastleigh.

Find my son dead or alive- Mother's heartbreaking plea after mysterious disappearance Nov 28, 2024

The family claims that although the police launched investigations into Abdiqadir's disappearance, no significant progress has been made two months la...

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