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Why Jubaland President visited Nairobi amid tension with Somalia federal government
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 18, 2025

Reports indicate that Ahmed will meet with ambassadors from the international community in Kenya to discuss political issues affecting Somalia.

Somali lawmakers condemn flight ban to Jubaland, term it unconstitutional
Hassan Mohamed  |  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 bans flights to Jubaland as tensions escalate
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Dec 24, 2024

As a result of the flight restrictions, hundreds of passengers are now stranded at airports in Mogadishu and Kismayo.

Somali Federal Forces orders forces to withdraw from Lower Jubaland
Amina Wako  |  Dec 12, 2024

Federal forces stationed in Ras Kamboni reportedly used drones to attack Jubbaland troops, which reportedly sparked the violence.

Jubaland, Somali National Army forces clash in Raaskambooni on Somali- Kenya border
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Dec 11, 2024

Tensions have escalated between the Somali Federal Government and the Jubaland regional government since Ahmed Mohamed Islam was re-elected for a thir...

Somali Government grounds domestic flights amid Raaskambooni tensions
Foreign Reporter  |  Dec 06, 2024

Airlines had refused to lease planes to the federal government for troop transport, citing security risks.

Garissa communities call for urgent intervention over growing tensions in Raaskambooni
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 06, 2024

They also called on President Ruto to intervene urgently, fearing the tensions could trigger an influx of refugees into Kenya.

Ahmed Madobe re-elected as Jubaland President for a third term
Amina Wako  |  Nov 25, 2024

The election followed the selection of lawmakers by Jubaland elders, highlighting the contested nature of Somalia’s electoral systems.

Gunfire in South Sudan capital as forces attempt to arrest former intelligence chief
Reuters  |  Nov 22, 2024

Analysts said the sacking of Akol Koor reflected a power struggle at the highest levels of government.

CS Oparanya champions regional trade at EAC MSMEs fair in South Sudan
John Mbati  |  Oct 30, 2024

Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya noted that this year's theme aligns closely with Kenya’s "Buy Kenya, Build Kenya" agenda.

AU Chair calls for action on South Sudan peace agreement following transition extension
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 24, 2024

Faki reaffirmed the AU's commitment to support South Sudan's government and people throughout the political transition process and beyond. 

Jubaland Parliament allows President Ahmed Madobe to seek third term
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 03, 2024

Legislators decided to eliminate Article 70, which restricted leaders to two terms, and modified Article 65 to extend the presidential term from four...

Ethiopian troops should remain in Somalia, Jubaland and South West states say
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 05, 2024

The two states declared their positions after Hussein Sheikh Ali, the National Security Adviser to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, said the go...

South Africa's Ramaphosa in Juba to promote peace ahead of elections
Amina Wako  |  Apr 17, 2024

South Sudan faces monumental hurdles as it strives to navigate towards democratic elections amidst a backdrop of entrenched conflict, humanitarian cri...

South Sudan ready to reclaim airspace control from Khartoum
Amina Wako  |  Apr 04, 2024

This milestone comes after China Harbor Engineering Company (Chec) completed the Air Traffic Management System (ATMS).

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud visits Kismayo for security, development talks
Hassan Mohamed  |  Feb 15, 2024

Both leaders held a joint conference to reinvigorate the war on Al-Shabaab.

Four Kenyan truckers feared dead in South Sudan
Issa Hussein  |  Jan 22, 2024

A shroud of fear and fury hangs over Kenyan families as four truck drivers are feared dead and 64 remain detained in South Sudan under unclear circums...

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