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Senator Ali Roba urges urgent action to protect Mandera from Somalia border clashes
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 12, 2025

While emphasising Kenya’s respect for the sovereignty of neighbouring states, Senator Roba warned that external conflicts must not be allowed to endan...

Two Somali soldiers executed for role in assassination of SNA commander
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 12, 2025

Supreme Military Court chairman Liban Ali Yarrow also issued a stern warning to Al-Shabaab supporters in Somalia, stating that they will be executed b...

Somalia, UN Support Office strengthen security partnership to boost fight against Al-Shabaab
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 11, 2025

Under the agreement, UNSOS will provide non-lethal equipment, transport assistance, medical support, and specialised training to help the army secure...

Somalia, US hold talks on expanded cooperation on border security, immigration
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 11, 2025

The discussions brought together Mustafa Sheekh Ali Duhulow, Director General of the Somali Immigration and Citizenship Authority, U.S. Ambassador to...

US support for counter-terrorism efforts in Somalia to continue, but in new format- AFRICOM
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 09, 2025

General Anderson, who was confirmed as the new AFRICOM commander by the Senate last Friday following a unanimous voice vote, is expected to assess whe...

Seven Ethiopian migrants die of hunger and thirst after boat engine fails
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 08, 2025

According to the IOM, the boat broke down 100 nautical miles into its trip. “The boat is reported to have experienced engine failure 100 nautical mile...

Somalia’s education crisis: Why so few children attend school and what could be done to change that
The Conversation  |  Aug 06, 2025

As the epicentre of conflict and displacement, Mogadishu experiences profound disruptions to educational access.

Jubaland denies troop presence in Mandera amid rising tensions at Kenya-Somalia border
Issa Hussein  |  Aug 06, 2025

Speaking to the BBC Somali service, Jubaland Vice President Mohamed Sayid said their forces were not inside Kenya but stationed near the border.

MP Adan Keynan seeks release of Kenyan teacher detained in Somalia
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 06, 2025

The teacher, identified as Hassan Osman Qassim, originally from Wajir County, has now spent over two months in detention in Laascaanood without any fo...

One dead as massive fire guts Mogadishu’s second-largest market Suuq Bacaad
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 05, 2025

The fire, which began at approximately 6:00 pm in the Yaaqshid District, continued for several hours and was only fully contained by nightfall.

‘No food, no charges’: Family demands release of Kenyan teacher held in Las'aanod, Somalia
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 04, 2025

The teacher, Hassan Osman Mohamed Qasim, is being held under the administration of the newly formed North Eastern State of Somalia, formerly known as...

Mandera–Bula Hawa border reopens as hundreds return home after Somalia clashes
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 03, 2025

At the Kenyan border checkpoint, police officers inspected the luggage and personal effects of returnees, checking what each individual was carrying b...

Somalia’s climate crisis demands global action, says IOM
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 02, 2025

IOM Deputy Director General Ugochi Daniels said the people of Somalia are living through some of the harshest impacts of the climate crisis, which is...

Hundreds seek refuge in Mandera after clashes in Bula Hawa, Somalia
Issa Hussein  |  Aug 01, 2025

Mandera County Commissioner Henry Ochako convened a crisis meeting with the County Security Committee and the Disaster Preparedness Committee due to t...

Somalia, Djibouti sign troop deployment deal
XINHUA  |  Jul 31, 2025

The ministry said the agreement outlines the modalities of intervention, reciprocal obligations, and coordination mechanisms, in a spirit of cooperati...

Somalia officially recognises SSC-Khatumo as 6th federal member state in historic unity move
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 30, 2025

The move comes after Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre paid a high-profile visit to Las Anod, where he was greeted by cheering crowds, signalling strong...

Fresh clashes in Somalia’s Gedo region force civilians to flee to Mandera
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 30, 2025

The clashes broke out on Monday after two military helicopters carrying senior officials, including Abdirashid Hassan Abdinur, widely known as Abdiras...

Somalia relaunches national carrier after 34-year hiatus with Airbus A320 deal
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 29, 2025

The announcement came on Monday in Mogadishu, where the government confirmed the purchase of two Airbus A320 aircraft from Lema Air Group.

Al-Shabaab seizes strategic Somali town of Mahaas after suicide bombing assault
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 27, 2025

Located in the Hiraan region, about 350 kilometres north of Mogadishu, Mahaas has served as a key strategic base for government forces in their fight...

Four civilians in Mandera injured by stray bullets from Somalia
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 27, 2025

The incident occurred during a gunfight between Somalia National Army (SNA) troops and Jubbaland Special Forces, which took place near the Kenya–Somal...

Somalia, Switzerland sign immigration reform deal to boost border security, global mobility
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 23, 2025

The partnership is designed to support Somalia in overhauling its immigration framework through infrastructure development, capacity building, and eff...

Somalia condemns Puntland for "hijacking" ship carrying weapons destined for Mogadishu
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 23, 2025

The Sea World vessel docked in Puntland last Saturday, where local authorities launched an investigation into its cargo.

Somali opposition warns of political crisis amid failed talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 22, 2025

Talks between the president and opposition groups have been part of broader efforts to address disagreements over constitutional reforms, the future o...

East Africa on the edge as record droughts break climate and humanitarian systems
Mwangi Maina  |  Jul 22, 2025

By early 2025, nearly 23 million people in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya were deemed "highly food insecure," with over 11 million livestock lost in wha...

Somalia’s intelligence agency warns businesses against funding Al-Shabaab
XINHUA  |  Jul 21, 2025

NISA said it is closely tracking the financial operations and assets of terrorist networks—particularly Al-Shabaab militants who impose illegal levies...

Somalia rejects Ethiopia’s request to join naval exercise, cites sovereignty and legal concerns
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 21, 2025

Somalia’s Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi confirmed that the government had issued a formal objection following Ethiopia’s approach during a re...

New US tax on money transfers poised to hit Somalia hard
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 15, 2025

The tax is part of a legislative package known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” introduced by President Donald Trump's administration.

Somalia issues nationwide alert as hepatitis cases surge
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 15, 2025

In the advisory, Somalia's Ministry of Health urged the public to visit nearby health centers for testing and to take advantage of available vaccines.

IMF releases $10 million to support Somalia’s ongoing economic reforms
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 10, 2025

The funding is aimed at helping Somalia maintain macroeconomic stability and build stronger institutions in line with its National Transformation Plan...

Somalia Minister Bihi Iman Igeh named African Finance Minister of the Year 2025 at ALM Africa Summit
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 10, 2025

The award recognises his leadership in advancing Somalia’s financial reforms and managing the country’s debt relief process.

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