President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Stories

Somalia starts observing Ramadan as President Hassan urges compassion for the poor
Hassan Mohamed  |  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...

Somalia and Ethiopia begin talks on Indian Ocean port access
Mary Wambui  |  Feb 28, 2025

In an interview with Universal TV, State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ali Mohamed Omar, said that the two nations are engaged in discussions and aim...

Ethiopia PM Abiy visits Somalia for talks with President Hassan
Reuters  |  Feb 27, 2025

Mogadishu airport was hit by at least one mortar shell shortly before Abiy's plane landed on Thursday, despite all roads around the high security comp...

Mortars fired into Mogadishu airport as Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed arrives for State visit
Hassan Mohamed  |  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 accuses Somali government of sabotaging anti-ISIS operation
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 23, 2025

In a strongly worded statement on Thursday, Ilyas accused Somalia of deliberately undermining Puntland's efforts to combat the terrorist group.

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

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

Somalia's opposition says pacts with Ethiopian, other countries signed without parliament’s approval
Hassan Mohamed  |  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 wants Ethiopia included in new African Union mission despite troop quota challenges
Mwangi Maina  |  Jan 15, 2025

AUSSOM replaces the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), marking a critical phase in transferring national security responsibilities t...

Somalia and Tanzania sign landmark agreements to strengthen bilateral relations
Hassan Mohamed  |  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
Hassan Mohamed  |  Dec 20, 2024

Eastleigh Business Community Chairman Ahmed Abdullahi Yare led the delegation of 27 Kenyan businesspeople to the launch.

Details of agreement between Ethiopia and Somalia brokered by Turkey
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 12, 2024

Somalia expressed a willingness to facilitate Ethiopia's maritime needs, provided Somali sovereignty remains intact.

US agrees to write off more than $1.1 billion of Somalia's debt
Amina Wako  |  Nov 08, 2024

In December 2023, Somalia announced its completion of the HIPC programme, qualifying for $4.5 billion in debt relief.

Kenya, Somalia call for additional funding as security transition nears
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 23, 2024

They stressed the necessity for AUSSOM to be adequately financed and called on stakeholders to explore all possible funding avenues.

Kenya, Somalia leaders discuss regional security, climate at China-Africa Summit
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 05, 2024

Both leaders agreed that stability and prosperity in the region depend on upholding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries in the Horn...

Somalia and Eritrea hold talks as tensions rise in the Horn of Africa
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 04, 2024

Egypt recently delivered its first military aid to Somalia in more than four decades, a move likely to deepen strains between Ethiopia and Somalia.

Why Somalia's President missed launch of Raila's AUC campaign- Ruto
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 27, 2024

Several East African leaders graced the event held at State House, Nairobi, in support of Odinga's bid for the prestigious continental position.

Somalia and Egypt bolster security cooperation with new military pact
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 14, 2024

Following the signing, President El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to preserving Somalia's territorial integrity and expressed a firm stance again...

Regional security, cooperation take centre stage as Presidents Hassan Sheikh, Ruto meet in Kigali
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 12, 2024

Both leaders expressed a shared commitment to advancing regional peace, stability and development.

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.

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