President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Stories
The president’s call marks the first time Somalia has moved to formally incorporate Swahili as a working and instructional language alongside Somali,...
In October 2024, the Turkish oil exploration vessel, Oruç Reis, conducted seismic surveys in three areas where Türkiye holds exploration licenses.
President Hassan dismissed claims that leaders might seek to extend their terms or revive the clan-based power-sharing system that has shaped Somali p...
President Hassan praised lawmakers for passing a series of laws that he said have strengthened Somalia’s political institutions, enhanced national sec...
The recognition was given in a ceremony held in the capital to celebrate her contribution to sports and her role in representing Somalia on the intern...
He said that no Somali citizen is able to travel to another country using a Somali passport without first applying for a visa, and therefore, the same...
President Hassan highlighted that the disagreements over the use and management of the Nile River should not become a source of division in the region...
This is not the first time TikTok users have been jailed in Somalia, but it is the first case involving a direct swipe at the president.
According to Sudanese officials, Colombian mercenaries and Turkish-made rifles have made their way into the ranks of the Rapid Support Forces, the par...
While the two parties also agreed to safeguard Somalia's sovereignty, fight terrorism, and ensure peaceful elections, doubts remain about how the agre...
The statement comes after at least 20 people, most of them civilians, were killed last week in fierce clashes between Somalia’s security forces and re...
Talks between the president and opposition groups have been part of broader efforts to address disagreements over constitutional reforms, the future o...
NISA said it is closely tracking the financial operations and assets of terrorist networks—particularly Al-Shabaab militants who impose illegal levies...
The Somali presidency, Villa Somalia, praised Egypt's "unwavering support," but analysts suggest that Egypt is seeking diplomatic ballast amid heighte...
The Centennial Vision 2060 strategy, developed by the National Economic Council, outlines Somalia's aim to become a middle-income country within the n...
Former presidents, federal and state officials, Somali leaders, and scholars attended the meeting. Some key opposition parties did not attend, stating...
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...
Local media reports indicate that in addition to house-to-house visits, residents are being stopped in public spaces, including markets and bus statio...
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...
Over the past few weeks, speculation about a change in the intelligence leadership had intensified, largely due to emerging reports of internal fricti...
Beyond policy matters, President Erdoğan extended his congratulations to President Hassan and the Somali people ahead of the upcoming Eid ul-Adha holi...
President Hassan made the remarks on Tuesday while unveiling a new building for the Ministry of Religious Affairs, a project spearheaded by Minister M...
Once political adversaries, Saeed and Ahmed have decided to settle their differences and work together to challenge President Hassan, who returned to...
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...
Military operations alone will not defeat Al-Shabaab. A comprehensive strategy must include political engagement with local communities, clan elders,...
The Somalia National News Agency (SONNA) later said the two leaders discussed counterterrorism, regional stability, and Somalia’s commitment to AU ref...
