Almiskaad mountains Stories

Somalia intensifies push to flush out ISIS elements holed up in Puntland’s Almiskaad mountains
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jan 12, 2025

Puntland officials say hundreds of ISIS fighters from the Middle East have been sneaking into its eastern rugged Golis and Alimiskaad mountainous regi...

Ethiopia and Somalia restore full diplomatic, trade ties
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jan 11, 2025

The leaders reaffirmed that the stability of the region requires strong cooperation between the two countries based on mutual trust, confidence and re...

Raila Odinga: Whether I win or lose in AUC chairperson election, I'll keep serving Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

Odinga is facing competition from Djibouti's Minister of Foreign Affairs Mahmoud Youssouf, Anil Gayan of Mauritius and Madagascar’s Richard Randriaman...

AU reforms, Raila's candidature top agenda as Ruto hosts Moussa Faki 
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 25, 2024

President Ruto has led AU reform efforts since February, succeeding Rwandan President Paul Kagame, who initiated the reforms in 2016. Despite some pro...

Revealed: No funds allocated yet for Ruto's planned livestock vaccination drive
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 22, 2024

According to the Treasury report, the failure to allocate funds could result in accusations of disregarding the presidential directive.

AU, IGAD welcome Ethiopia, Somalia agreement to end Somaliland port dispute
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 12, 2024

Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Korir Sing'Oei also expressed his support for the agreement, commending the leadership of both nation...

Raila lobbies Morocco support for AU top job amid Western Sahara tensions
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 09, 2024

Morocco is a powerful contender in the upcoming AUC elections, given its strategic diplomatic position and influence within the AU since rejoining the...

Ruto rallies East African states to back Raila's bid for AU Commission leadership
Amina Wako  |  Dec 07, 2024

Ruto urged the EAC partner states to rally behind Odinga, emphasising the collective benefits of his leadership. 

Mjadala Afrika: Raila to face off with two rivals next week in AUC Chair debate
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 06, 2024

The high-profile debate will take place at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, before a live audience on Dember 13, 2024.

AUC chairperson applauds Namibia's first woman president-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 05, 2024

Nandi-Ndaitwah's victory marks a significant milestone in African politics, making her the second woman elected as head of state on the continent.

AUC Chairmanship: Djibouti's Youssouf lobbies Morocco support amid high-stakes race
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 04, 2024

In a statement following their meeting, Youssouf emphasised the strong ties between Djibouti and Morocco, describing their relationship as rooted in "...

Mauritius officially withdraws Anil Gayan's candidacy from AUC chairperson race
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 03, 2024

Odinga, buoyed by Mauritius' endorsement, has intensified his outreach, making strategic long-range visits to West Africa to drum up support for his c...

Kenya and Uganda to mediate Ethiopia-Somalia dispute
Reuters  |  Nov 30, 2024

The office of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said in a statement that Mohamud had met Ruto and Museveni on the sidelines of the summit, but it...

Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza, Egypt to host Hamas leaders for ceasefire talks
Reuters  |  Nov 30, 2024

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused Israel of "using the weapon of starvation against the people (in northern Gaza) to displace them from thei...

Kenya’s Karan Patel claims third Rwanda Rally title in Bugesera
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 21, 2024

Kenyan rally driver Karan Patel secured his third career win at the 2024 Rwanda Mountain Gorilla Rally in the Bugesera region, alongside co-driver Tau...

Eritrea, Egypt and Somalia resolve to respect regional territorial integrity
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 11, 2024

The meeting further delved into the crisis in Sudan and its regional repercussions and the situation in Somalia.

Rwanda prepares for 20th Kwita Izina gorilla naming ceremony
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 28, 2024

The key event will be held at the foothills of Volcanoes National Park in Kinigi, Musanze District.

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. 

Djibouti's top diplomat rallies support in Juba for his AUC chairmanship bid
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 19, 2024

Mahmoud emphasised Djibouti's commitment to advocating for the lifting of sanctions on South Sudan.

IGAD boss Workneh Gebeyehu says Somalia crucial in ensuring regional stability
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 18, 2024

Workneh visited Mogadishu for high-level consultations with the Somali government,

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