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It was an alarming surprise for the residents of Bosaso and Mareero—a spectacle that left them wide-eyed and whispering in hushed tones. More than a hundred dolphins, majestic creatures of the sea, decided to make an unforeseen appearance along the shores of Somalia's Puntland. But this wasn't just another playful frolic in the surf. It was a worrying sight that had both locals and officials scratching their heads. In today's digital age, nothing escapes the watchful eye of social media, and sure enough, videos quickly made…

In a scene that unfolded with the kind of tension you only find in a Hollywood thriller, Garowe, Puntland, became the nerve center of a high-stakes battle against the notorious Daesh group—modern-day pirates of terror who lurk in the shadows, ready to pounce. The echoes of chaos reverberated as one brave soul of the Puntland army made the ultimate sacrifice, while three of his comrades were left nursing their wounds after an insidious drone attack. The ambush played out in the once tranquil, now embattled, Janno Jiifta—a…

GAROWE, Somalia (AXADLE / KAAB TV) – Tucked away on the outskirts of the sun-drenched city of Garowe lies the Shabelle camp—a place painted with the tales of adversity and resilience. This sprawling sea of patched-together shelters provides sanctuary to thousands of displaced souls from across Somalia, each seeking refuge from the relentless tides of drought and conflict. You can almost feel the palpable struggle beneath the layers of canvas and metal that make up this temporary haven. As of the middle of 2023, the United…

In recent years, Somalia—navigating through its legacy of cash-dominated transactions—has embarked on an odyssey that promises to redefine its financial landscape. For ages, this East African nation found itself tethered to the constraints of limited banking services, with a paltry 15% of its populace reaping the benefits of formal banking. Most banks seemed to cling to urban locales as if those sprawling cityscapes were anchoring them, leaving rural and nomadic communities feeling like mere afterthoughts. It’s a place where…

MOGADISHU, Somalia, 22 January 2025 – There's a fresh breeze of relief blowing through the corridors of the Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) today. After a tense week, journalist Shafi’i Abdi Mohamed, popularly known by his compatriots as Shaaciye, is back to navigating the bustling streets of Hargeisa rather than pacing a cell. Shaaciye's time behind bars began under a tense cloud on Thursday, 16 January 2025, casting a shadow over both his life and the broader landscape for press freedom in North Western State of…

Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya is shaking things up with its latest policy decisions on travel, waving the red tape to make it smoother for most of our African brothers and sisters to visit. In an engaging twist, the Kenyan Cabinet has declared a sweeping exemption of the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) requirement for citizens of nearly all African nations. Nestled in the heart of Africa’s bustling landscape, Kenya’s move is seen as a testament to its commitment to embracing Pan-African unity and fostering closer ties…

In the buzzing heart of Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, where resilience often wears the cloak of despair, a troubling scenario unfolds. The government, with powers that be, seems hell-bent on uprooting impoverished families from public lands. This move has sparked outrage among human rights activists, who fervently demand an immediate cessation to these evictions. The gritty reality for hundreds of displaced individuals at the Ex-Carwada in Mogadishu's Hodan district is a harsh one, as they find themselves thrust into a…

At a Crossroads: Somalia's Political Turmoil Mogadishu, Somalia – In what seems like the umpteenth political whirlwind to sweep through the heart of Somalia, former President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo has sounded the alarm. The nation, he argues, is teetering on the brink of political chaos, a precarious dance partner that could spell disaster for national unity and security. It's a stark reminder of how fragile the state of affairs has become in this corner of the Horn of Africa. Farmajo, never one to mince words,…

Mogadishu's Banking Crisis: A Ticking Time Bomb? Picture this: a city bustling with life, where the humdrum of daily life suddenly screeches to a halt at the mention of one alarming word: bankruptcy. Mogadishu is staring down the barrel of a banking crisis, as numerous Somali banks teeter on the edge of financial ruin. These institutions, instead of safeguarding the hard-earned money of everyday citizens, dove headfirst into a dubious gamble, scooping up chunks of public land. This unexpected move has raised the…

In the heart of chilly Moscow, the red carpet was unfurled and tension barely hung in the air as Central African Republic (CAR) President Faustin-Archange Touadéra touched down for high-profile talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This meeting in the Kremlin, dated January 16, signaled more than just a cordial tête-à-tête; it was the opening act of Russia’s strategy to deepen its foothold in Africa for years to come. Nestled bang in the middle of Africa, the CAR may not be the most obvious of places for Moscow to…