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Somalia Prime Minister Hamza Abdi dismisses Petroleum Minister in cabinet reshuffle
Hassan Mohamed  |  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...

Somali Council of Ministers approves new electoral and political party bills
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 08, 2024

This represents a departure from the indirect voting system that has historically governed Somali elections over the last few decades.

Somalia ramps up fight against polio to eliminate repeat outbreaks
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 06, 2024

This persistent health crisis has had a devastating impact on the nation, with UNICEF reporting that it has left 38 children paralysed.

Somalia appoints minister in charge for EAC affairs
Amina Wako  |  Jun 27, 2024

This appointment highlights Somalia's commitment to deeper integration within the EAC.

Somalia PM Hamza Abdi Barre makes landmark visit to BBS Mall
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 10, 2024

Prime Minister Hamza arrived in Nairobi on Monday and held bilateral talks with DP Gachagua in Karen.

Eastleigh Business District Association hosts Somalia PM Hamza Abdi
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 09, 2024

"As you know, Somalis are great goal scorers when it comes to business creation in East African countries," said Hamza.

Kenya, Somalia strengthen ties in high-level talks led by Gachagua, Hamza Abdi
Hanifa Adan  |  May 07, 2024

The tone of the meetings was described as constructive, with both leaders recalling "the deep historical bonds of friendship" between Kenya and Somali...

Nairobi hosts key meeting to boost Kenya-Somalia ties
Hanifa Adan  |  May 03, 2024

JCC also seeks to deepen cultural ties, with initiatives planned to include shared cultural events and language programs designed to build mutual unde...

First Turkey warship docks in Somalia, marking start of 10-year defence pact
Hanifa Adan  |  Apr 23, 2024

The ship is capable of carrying a Sikorsky S-70 helicopter or unmanned aircraft, along with the associated armaments.

Somali PM meets Serbian envoy amid tensions over breakaway regions
Amina Wako  |  Apr 23, 2024

Somalia and Serbia share similarities where Kosovo and Somaliland are concerned, as the latter two have both unilaterally declared their independence.

Turkey to start oil drilling off Somali Coast in 2025-  Minister
Hassan Mohamed  |  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...

New ministers appointed as Somalia PM makes cabinet reshuffle
Amina Wako  |  Apr 07, 2024

Ahmed Moallim Fiqi was named Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs in a cabinet reshuffle announced by the Office of the Somali Prime Minister Sunday...

AUC top job: Somalia forms campaign committee to support its candidate
Amina Wako  |  Mar 23, 2024

Fawzia, the former foreign minister, will directly challenge Kenya's long-serving opposition leader, Raila Odinga, who is also vying for the continent...

Diplomatic sources: Efforts underway to ease Ethiopia-Somalia tensions
Gelle Dheere  |  Mar 08, 2024

While the MoU initially heightened tensions in the volatile Horn of Africa region, the latest dispatch from US-based Bloomberg News suggests a potenti...

Hundreds stranded at Mogadishu airport as local flights are cancelled
Hassan Mohamed  |  Mar 06, 2024

Local operators cancelled flights in protest after the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation imposed a $9 fee on all local ticket purchases.

Somalia PM appoints two new ministers in cabinet reshuffle
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jan 30, 2024

The PM appointed Mohamed Abdi Hayir Mareeye, who returns as Agriculture Minister having served as Information Minister in the previous administration.

Saudi's King Salman Centre launches $40 million humanitarian projects in Somalia
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jan 29, 2024

The humanitarian and relief projects will ecompass the food, health, education, water and environmental sanitation sectors and are expected to benefit...

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud backs Fawzia Yusuf Adam’s AU chair bid
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 14, 2024

The distinguished stateswoman also has the endorsement of from Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre.

Somalia PM inaugurates regional football tournament in Mogadishu
Paul Aginnah  |  Dec 31, 2023

Prime Minister Hamza Abdi emphasised the impact of football in fostering peace, harmony, and unity among the Somali population.

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