Somalia Stories

Somalia launches Vision 2060 to achieve middle-income status and long-term stability
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 24, 2025

The Centennial Vision 2060 strategy, developed by the National Economic Council, outlines Somalia's aim to become a middle-income country within the n...

Clashes between Somali Forces, Al-Shabaab erupt near Baidoa after attack on military base
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 23, 2025

As of Monday evening, authorities had not released any official information regarding the number of casualties or the full extent of the damage caused...

UN delists Somalia from child soldier report after 16 years in major reform milestone
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 23, 2025

The delisting comes after the Somali government implemented a national action plan aimed at ending the recruitment and use of children in armed confli...

Wajir celebrates International Giraffe Day as locals laud conservation efforts
Issa Hussein  |  Jun 22, 2025

The residents, however, said they were facing threats from armed poachers from the neighbouring Somalia and refugee camps

30 Al-Shabaab militants killed as Ugandan, Somali troops recapture key town
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 22, 2025

The operation, dubbed "Operation Silent Storm", followed a three-day siege on Anole, with UPDF and SNA forcing the militants out of their hideouts and...

Maraq Digaag: How to make chicken soup the Somali way
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 21, 2025

Maraq Digaag is a delicious Somali chicken stew that brings together tender chicken, potatoes, carrots, and a mix of spices like cumin and turmeric.

Senior Al-Shabaab leaders among 12 terrorists killed in joint Somalia operation
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 21, 2025

During the operation, combat vehicles, large quantities of weapons and other important equipment for the enemy were also destroyed.

What happens when aid is cut to a large refugee camp? Kenyan study paints a bleak picture
The Conversation  |  Jun 19, 2025

Notably, the US recently slashed billions of US dollars from global relief efforts. The slashed contributions once made up to half of all public human...

Nine Somali youth repatriated after failed bid to reach Europe via Algeria
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 19, 2025

Algeria has increasingly become a key transit country for Somali migrants hoping to reach Europe, despite the risks involved in such journeys.

Kenya, Finland reaffirm support for Somalia peace efforts amid ATMIS drawdown
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 18, 2025

Mudavadi emphasised the importance of keeping the global community engaged in Somalia's peace process, especially as ATMIS draws down its forces and t...

Puntland releases seven Yemeni fishermen arrested over illegal fishing in Somali waters
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 17, 2025

The fishermen were arrested by Puntland security forces on May 14, 2025, near Ras Asir, after the local coast guard intercepted their vessel. Official...

Somalia launches National Consultation Forum to address constitution, electoral reform
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 17, 2025

Former presidents, federal and state officials, Somali leaders, and scholars attended the meeting. Some key opposition parties did not attend, stating...

Somali Government terminates MGS Soft's tax collection deal
Amina Wako  |  Jun 16, 2025

Finance Minister Bihi Iman, in a letter to the company, said that the termination came as a result of documented violations and ethical misconduct.

Top Ethiopia militray chief warns of security threat from Egypt’s military presence in Somalia
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 16, 2025

Though Berhanu stopped short of naming Egypt, his comments follow reports confirming that Cairo signed a military cooperation agreement with Somalia i...

Spain assumes command of EU anti-piracy mission off Somali coast
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 15, 2025

Over the years, Operation Atalanta has played a significant role in improving maritime safety in the region.

Somali president Hassan backs end to foreign-guided transition as he endorses withdrawal from C6+
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 15, 2025

Hassan stated that Somalia’s path to a stable statehood should no longer rely on international mechanisms, and instead must be rooted in national lead...

Somalia’s youngest at risk as nutrition clinics shut
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 14, 2025

The ICRC said that in May alone, the stabilisation centre at Kismayo General Hospital admitted 277 critically ill children, the highest monthly total...

Djibouti rejects Ethiopia’s request for port corridor, naval base
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 13, 2025

According to President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, Ethiopia sent a delegation requesting the creation of a corridor from its border to the port, along with r...

Somali delegates not seeking asylum in Switzerland, minister asserts after ILO conference
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 11, 2025

The Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Yusuf Mohamed Aden, refuted the claims as baseless, saying most of the delegates have returned to Somalia.

Three senior Al-Shabaab commanders killed in joint Somali security operation
XINHUA  |  Jun 08, 2025

The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism said those killed included Nuur Abdi Rooble, who was among the most brutal terrorists involved in att...

Malindi hospital performs first-ever hip replacement, giving new hope to patients in Kilifi
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 08, 2025

Malindi Hospital Health Administrator, Said Ali Said, said the milestone surgery signals a shift in how patients in the region will access specialist...

Turkey to deliver T129 Atak helicopters to Somalia under defence pact
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 07, 2025

The transfer of the aircraft—a key asset in combating Al-Shabaab insurgents—follows the signing of a bilateral defence pact earlier this year.

Eastleigh's hidden gem: Fadumahindi Restaurant offers tasty culinary delights and inclusivity
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 07, 2025

This inviting eatery is a true gem, blending the warmth of hospitality with culinary excellence and a touch of modernity.

Refugees in Kenya to access SIM cards, mobile money under new regulations
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 06, 2025

This change gives refugees greater access to more services in line with the government-led Shirika Plan that seeks to foster socioeconomic inclusion o...

Somalia’s forces enforce door-to-door voter registration in Mogadishu ahead of historic polls
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 05, 2025

Local media reports indicate that in addition to house-to-house visits, residents are being stopped in public spaces, including markets and bus statio...

SOS Children’s Villages rallies Sh882m to address Somalia’s growing humanitarian crisis
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 04, 2025

The appeal, which runs until April 2026, targets key areas such as nutrition, health, clean water, education, child protection, and food security.

Five-minute breakfast: Make the perfect avocado toast
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 04, 2025

You do not need to be fancy; just ripe avocado, good bread, and a pinch of salt are enough to give you a powerful start.

US denies cutting Somalia AU mission funds, urges equal support from Europe, Africa
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 04, 2025

The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee reaffirmed the country's commitment to peacekeeping efforts in Somalia but urged European and African nation...

Africa intensifies push for permanent UN Security Council seats, veto power
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 04, 2025

African nations say their outsized contribution to global peacekeeping demands fairer representation.

Turkey deploys 500 special forces to Somalia to combat Al-Shabaab
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 03, 2025

They will join the 500 special forces officers deployed to Mogadishu in April 2025 as part of a planned 2,500-strong unit aimed at boosting Somalia's...

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