No resolution reached yet as Turkey mediates Somalia-Ethiopia row on port deal
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-07-02 08:12:14

No resolution reached yet as Turkey mediates Somalia-Ethiopia row on port deal

Somalia insisted on Ethiopia withdrawing from the agreement before embracing dialogue. 

ATMIS officially transfers military base to Somalia National Forces
  • Author: Terry Muriuki
  • Date: 2024-07-01 14:57:48

ATMIS officially transfers military base to Somalia National Forces

Presiding over the handover of the base, the Deputy Representative of the African Union Commission (AUC) for Somalia, Siyuvile Bam, assured continued support for the Somali-led peace and security efforts despite the transition.

Thousands gather to commemorate Somalia's Independence Day in Eastleigh
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-07-01 12:34:39

Thousands gather to commemorate Somalia's Independence Day in Eastleigh

Ambassador Jabril Ibrahim congratulated all Somali citizens and further expressed gratitude to the Kenyan government for enabling the celebration.

Jigjiga International Book Fair celebrates Somali culture and literature
  • Author: Yunis Dekow
  • Date: 2024-07-01 06:51:39

Jigjiga International Book Fair celebrates Somali culture and literature

The event aims to showcase the rich heritage of Somali literature and foster a love for reading in the community. 

Somali arts and cultural exhibition unveiled at Kenya National Museum
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-06-29 23:00:47

Somali arts and cultural exhibition unveiled at Kenya National Museum

This is the first time a Somali cultural exhibition has been held at the Kenya National Museum, and it is expected to run for the next thirty days.

Somali restaurants uphold tradition with distinct dining for men and women
  • Author: Charity Kilei
  • Date: 2024-06-29 07:41:02

Somali restaurants uphold tradition with distinct dining for men and women

This practice aligns with the principles outlined in the Quran, where men and women do not mix during meals or in mosques

Somalia appoints minister in charge for EAC affairs
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-06-27 19:59:29

Somalia appoints minister in charge for EAC affairs

This appointment highlights Somalia's commitment to deeper integration within the EAC.

Somalia secures agreement to settle $36 million debt with OPEC Fund
  • Author: Vincent Ombati
  • Date: 2024-06-27 14:07:27

Somalia secures agreement to settle $36 million debt with OPEC Fund

The Saudi Finance Minister highlighted the Kingdom's efforts to boost non-oil revenues and diversify its economy as part of Saudi Vision 2030 through labour market reforms.

Somalia farmers get Sh3.2 billion boost for fight against food insecurity
  • Author: Vincent Ombati
  • Date: 2024-06-24 18:40:30

Somalia farmers get Sh3.2 billion boost for fight against food insecurity

The TRANSFORM project has seen Somalia receive Sh3.2 billion in funding to rehabilitate the Jowhar Canal irrigation infrastructure which will be critical in promoting smart agriculture for smallholder farmers in the area.

Three Somali fishermen found in Maldives after missing for 3 months
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-06-24 14:57:52

Three Somali fishermen found in Maldives after missing for 3 months

Both Somalia and Maldivian authorities are also working together to reunite the fishermen with their families in Mogadishu soon.

Heavy rainfall claims lives and causes widespread damage in Mogadishu
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-06-24 13:01:16

Heavy rainfall claims lives and causes widespread damage in Mogadishu

The rains caused the deaths of two children, injured one person, and displaced 325 others.

Journalist’s memoir reveals story of Somalia’s resilience
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-06-24 07:51:33

Journalist’s memoir reveals story of Somalia’s resilience

Mogadishu has been undergoing an economic renaissance few would have imagined five years ago.

Tatu City woos Somali business leaders with investment opportunities
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-06-23 18:38:11

Tatu City woos Somali business leaders with investment opportunities

Highlighting the city's infrastructure and amenities, CEO Stephen Jennings told The Eastleigh Voice that they were ready to welcome the Somali community

How Nasra Yusuf rose to prominence on Kenya’s comedy scene
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-06-22 14:22:48

How Nasra Yusuf rose to prominence on Kenya’s comedy scene

Her comedic talent was evident in high school when her classmates nicknamed her "Eric Omondi" due to her jokes and comedic flair.

Heat wave kills more than 1,000 pilgrims in Saudi Arabia
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-22 12:35:44

Heat wave kills more than 1,000 pilgrims in Saudi Arabia

It is feared that the death toll could be higher, as more than half of the victims were unregistered worshippers who performed the pilgrimage in extreme heat.

AU council endorses Somalia request for slowed withdrawal of ATMIS troops
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-22 10:16:15

AU council endorses Somalia request for slowed withdrawal of ATMIS troops

The council expressed concerns that the full implementation of phase three drawdown could lead to capability gaps that may have significant implications for the security of Somalia and the wider region.

Burundi soldiers hand over military base in Jowhar to Somali Forces
  • Author: Yunis Dekow
  • Date: 2024-06-21 07:09:53

Burundi soldiers hand over military base in Jowhar to Somali Forces

The African Union peacekeeping mission said the transfer of the military facility is according to plans in Phase Three of ATMIS's drawdown efforts, aimed at enhancing local security capacity.

EAC delegates adopt integration roadmap for Somalia, recommend approval
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-06-20 20:35:47

EAC delegates adopt integration roadmap for Somalia, recommend approval

This roadmap aligns Somalia's legal framework with established regional standards and ensures robust participation in EAC programs and activities.

Somali police enforce strict license plate regulation to curb insecurity
  • Author: Yunis Dekow
  • Date: 2024-06-18 21:36:25

Somali police enforce strict license plate regulation to curb insecurity

The police emphasised the importance of vehicle identification in maintaining public safety and combating crime in the city, grappling with insecurity from organised groups and other perpetrators.

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