President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Stories
The outcome of these talks will be closely watched, especially as the country prepares for local elections and works toward longer-term national refor...
The AU forces in Somalia are credited for helping to root out the terrorists from the capital Mogadishu in 2009 as well as other major cities like Kis...
Bam reaffirmed AUSSOM's commitment to working closely with the Somali government and the SNA to protect civilians, safeguard major supply routes, and...
Somalia and Egypt have long enjoyed cordial relations. Both nations are members of the Arab League and maintain diplomatic missions in each other’s ca...
The international community praised the President’s initiative, describing it as both timely and necessary. They urged all stakeholders to convene urg...
A joint communique issued after their meeting at Nakasero State House in Kampala said the two leaders discussed various issues of importance to both c...
Military operations alone will not defeat Al-Shabaab. A comprehensive strategy must include political engagement with local communities, clan elders,...
Turkey pledged to enhance military training for Somali forces and boost intelligence-sharing to weaken Al-Shabaab’s networks.
The Somalia National News Agency (SONNA) later said the two leaders discussed counterterrorism, regional stability, and Somalia’s commitment to AU ref...
According to the Global Terrorism Index, 2025, the Sahel is now the most affected region globally, accounting for over half of all deaths from terrori...
After his re-election in May 2022, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud declared a total war against Al-Shabaab.
This year's winner was Abdirahman Abdullahi Osman from Southwest State who took home the first cash prize of about Sh2.5 million.
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...
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...
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...
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.
In a strongly worded statement on Thursday, Ilyas accused Somalia of deliberately undermining Puntland's efforts to combat the terrorist group.
The former President highlighted the dangers of unilateral actions, particularly in relation to constitutional amendments and electoral processes.
The leaders accused President Hassan of going against a parliamentary censure motion he sponsored against Ethiopia when it signed a maritime agreement...
AUSSOM replaces the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), marking a critical phase in transferring national security responsibilities t...
The agreement also included health sector collaboration to improve healthcare systems in both countries, tourism development to boost tourism, a defen...
Eastleigh Business Community Chairman Ahmed Abdullahi Yare led the delegation of 27 Kenyan businesspeople to the launch.
Somalia expressed a willingness to facilitate Ethiopia's maritime needs, provided Somali sovereignty remains intact.
In December 2023, Somalia announced its completion of the HIPC programme, qualifying for $4.5 billion in debt relief.
They stressed the necessity for AUSSOM to be adequately financed and called on stakeholders to explore all possible funding avenues.
Both leaders agreed that stability and prosperity in the region depend on upholding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries in the Horn...
Egypt recently delivered its first military aid to Somalia in more than four decades, a move likely to deepen strains between Ethiopia and Somalia.
Several East African leaders graced the event held at State House, Nairobi, in support of Odinga's bid for the prestigious continental position.
Following the signing, President El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to preserving Somalia's territorial integrity and expressed a firm stance again...
