Author: Hassan Mohamed

AU Commission chair Mahamoud makes first official visit to Somalia, discusses security and regional stability Mar 23, 2025

The Somalia National News Agency (SONNA) later said the two leaders discussed counterterrorism, regional stability, and Somalia’s commitment to AU ref...

Somalia PM Hamza Barre launches five-year National Transformation Plan Mar 19, 2025

Prime Minister Hamza said the National Transformation Plan seeks to strengthen and capacitate various government agencies and Ministries to better ser...

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud spends the night on the frontlines after surviving bomb attack Mar 19, 2025

Al-Shabaab militants unsuccessfully tried to take down President Hassan after the attack on his motorcade as it was travelling through the capital Mog...

Somalia to conduct civic elections by end of June – Election Commission Mar 18, 2025

The journalists were taken around a packed warehouse with election materials. The election body chief said political parties’ elections are ongoing an...

Somalia's Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre reshuffles cabinet, appoints new deputy ministers Mar 17, 2025

This reshuffle is perceived as a move to bolster the effectiveness of Somalia’s government and improve strategic sectors, including security, commerce...

Somalia warns public to keep out of Shabaab areas as bombardments against group intensify Mar 16, 2025

After his re-election in May 2022, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud declared a total war against Al-Shabaab.

Somali MP Abdullahi losses seat for absenteeism, 106 MPs reject decision Mar 15, 2025

As a result, Speaker Madoobe declared Dr Abdullahi’s seat, number HOP201 in the northern Somaliland State, vacant and directed the Election and Bounda...

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh awards winners of national Qur'an competition Mar 14, 2025

This year's winner was Abdirahman Abdullahi Osman from Southwest State who took home the first cash prize of about Sh2.5 million.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud hails Somali women’s role in nation-building Mar 09, 2025

The President told the women leaders that elections and security are key priorities for his government and urged them to support him and the governmen...

Somalia starts observing Ramadan as President Hassan urges compassion for the poor Mar 01, 2025

Hassan reminded the Somali public to pray for peace and stability in their country, to forgive each other and to stand with their government in its fi...

Puntland president says ISIS supporters have a week to surrender or be hunted down Feb 28, 2025

The Puntland president thanked all countries that continue to help Puntland in the fight against ISIS, saying without their support Puntland and Somal...

Mortars fired into Mogadishu airport as Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed arrives for State visit Feb 27, 2025

Mogadishu was under an overnight lockdown ahead of PM Abiy’s arrival, with major roads in and around the airport closed off and movement restricted.

Puntland forces record major victories against ISIS in Somalia Jan 16, 2025

The fierce fighting that has so far killed over 40 terrorists deep inside a rugged mountain where forces are battling a resurgent ISIS militant in Pun...

Somalia's opposition says pacts with Ethiopian, other countries signed without parliament’s approval Jan 15, 2025

The leaders accused President Hassan of going against a parliamentary censure motion he sponsored against Ethiopia when it signed a maritime agreement...

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...

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