Somalia

The quartet, led by centre referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan and assisted by Mahad Ali Mohamud Jantalman and Hamza Hagi Abdi, with Kaafi Shiine as fourth official, managed the high-pressure encounter at Stade des Martyrs in front of 80,000 spectators.

The death of the militant adds to the heavy casualties suffered by the terrorist group this year, following heightened operations that have weakened its capacity and operations.

The operation comes days after a similar one mid this week killed three Al-Shabaab leaders in an airstrike conducted in the Hiran region.

Al-Shabaab militants fired several mortar shells, targeting US military assets in what it claimed was its retaliation for the war in Gaza, but no damage was caused.

The agency added that the operation that took place in the Shaw area of the ​​Hiran region was done in collaboration with international partners.

The cancellation applies to debts accrued over 38 years in unpaid annual contributions, a burden Somali officials say has constrained the country’s full engagement with the regional bloc.

AFRICOM supports African-led security solutions, enhances readiness, and builds partner capacity across the continent to counter shared threats and promote regional stability.

The announcement follows a year-long process that began when local leaders set up the SSC-Khaatumo transitional administration after Somaliland troops withdrew from Las Anod in early 2024.

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

The expansion nearly doubles the port’s throughput, enhancing its ability to meet rising trade demands and strengthening Somalia’s role in regional commerce.

Isxaaq Hassan Taakow, Director of the Department of Foreigners and Entry Permits, said the system has built-in checks to ensure smooth operation.

The agreement, signed on August 25, 2025, brings together Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud and a faction of the main opposition alliance, the Salvation Forum.

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

Speaking at a press conference in Mogadishu on Tuesday, Issa revealed that the Supreme Court, the Benadir Regional Court, and the Benadir Regional Appeals Court had obstructed his office from carrying out its annual audit for the 2024 financial year.

IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu commended both parties for their leadership and political will, calling the agreement an important move toward unity, stability and reconciliation in Somalia.

Under the new framework, the Federal Parliament will elect Somalia’s president, while state assemblies will choose presidents and vice presidents of the federal member states.

Somalia’s Ministry of Defence emphasised that the involvement of multiple troop-contributing countries demonstrates the shared commitment across the continent to help Somalia complete its transition.

While the two parties also agreed to safeguard Somalia's sovereignty, fight terrorism, and ensure peaceful elections, doubts remain about how the agreement will be implemented.

The Somali Federal Government has in recent years intensified its campaign against narcotics trafficking, warning that the spread of illegal drugs is destroying the country's youth and fueling social instability.

Somalia’s longest coastline in Africa, along the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean, is a valuable strategic commodity to global security. Stabilising Somalia, therefore, could ensure safety to international maritime routes along the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and the Indian Ocean.

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

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

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), some carriers may not show symptoms but can still transmit the infection, while others may develop mild to severe symptoms, with complications that can include heart and nerve damage, and in some cases, death.

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

The statement comes after at least 20 people, most of them civilians, were killed last week in fierce clashes between Somalia’s security forces and residents of Mogadishu’s Tarabunka neighbourhood during a government-led demolition campaign.

Severe funding cuts have reduced the humanitarian reach by 72 per cent, with agencies now aiming to support just 1.3 million people at a cost of $367 million.

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

The Somali Civil War, which began in 1991, provoked mass displacement, both internally and externally. More than 30 years later, the situation has improved, but security continues to be an issue, which in turn is imperilling sustainable development.

Somalia has revealed that counter terrorism operations done in collaboration with AFRICOM have seen more than twenty successful joint strikes conducted in 2025 alone.

Senator Ted Cruz had earlier appealed to US President Donald Trump to formally recognise the Republic of Somaliland as an independent state, calling it a major boost for their decades-long quest for recognition.

Supreme Military Court chairman Liban Ali Yarrow also issued a stern warning to Al-Shabaab supporters in Somalia, stating that they will be executed by firing squad if found.

According to a statement from Somalia’s Defence Ministry, the incident followed an unprovoked assault by militias led by Mahamoud Sayod Adan on SNA bases near Beled Hawa.

Under the agreement, UNSOS will provide non-lethal equipment, transport assistance, medical support, and specialised training to help the army secure and stabilise areas recently reclaimed from the armed group Al-Shabaab.

The discussions brought together Mustafa Sheekh Ali Duhulow, Director General of the Somali Immigration and Citizenship Authority, U.S. Ambassador to Somalia Richard H. Riley, and Matthew Younger, head of the embassy’s Political and Economic Affairs Section.

As the epicentre of conflict and displacement, Mogadishu experiences profound disruptions to educational access.

Speaking to the BBC Somali service, Jubaland Vice President Mohamed Sayid said their forces were not inside Kenya but stationed near the border.

The fire, which began at approximately 6:00 pm in the Yaaqshid District, continued for several hours and was only fully contained by nightfall.

IOM Deputy Director General Ugochi Daniels said the people of Somalia are living through some of the harshest impacts of the climate crisis, which is driving internal displacement, straining cities already under pressure, and fuelling tensions over dwindling resources.

The ministry said the agreement outlines the modalities of intervention, reciprocal obligations, and coordination mechanisms, in a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect.

The move comes after Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre paid a high-profile visit to Las Anod, where he was greeted by cheering crowds, signalling strong support for Mogadishu’s efforts to integrate the region into the federal system.

The announcement came on Monday in Mogadishu, where the government confirmed the purchase of two Airbus A320 aircraft from Lema Air Group.

Located in the Hiraan region, about 350 kilometres north of Mogadishu, Mahaas has served as a key strategic base for government forces in their fight against the extremist group.

The Somali National Army (SNA), together with the Ugandan People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), fought off the early morning attack around 6:20am in the Sabiib and Canoole areas.

In a statement, Puntland said it is verifying the cargo's owners to ensure that the military equipment does not fall into the hands of those who might threaten Somalia's security and stability.

The partnership is designed to support Somalia in overhauling its immigration framework through infrastructure development, capacity building, and efforts to boost the security and global recognition of Somali travel documents.

The Sea World vessel docked in Puntland last Saturday, where local authorities launched an investigation into its cargo.

Talks between the president and opposition groups have been part of broader efforts to address disagreements over constitutional reforms, the future of elections, and the structure of Somalia’s federal system.

Somalia’s Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi confirmed that the government had issued a formal objection following Ethiopia’s approach during a recent meeting of East African foreign ministers held in Addis Ababa.

NISA said it is closely tracking the financial operations and assets of terrorist networks—particularly Al-Shabaab militants who impose illegal levies, commonly referred to as zakat, on local communities in what the agency described as systematic extortion.

The tax is part of a legislative package known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” introduced by President Donald Trump's administration.

In the advisory, Somalia's Ministry of Health urged the public to visit nearby health centers for testing and to take advantage of available vaccines.