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In the bustling city of Mogadishu, a storm brews over the press's freedom, stirring deep concerns within the journalist community. The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) sounded the alarm on November 8, 2024, highlighting a troubling trend against Himilo Somali TV journalists. These brave souls found themselves in the crosshairs of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), reportedly due to their frank reporting on Mogadishu's volatile security climate. Mogadishu's atmospherics have been electric, fueled by…

WASHINGTON, United States (AXADLE) — The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has thrown down the gauntlet against Asli Maydi, a purveyor of frankincense headquartered in Hargeisa, North Western State of Somalia. With a spotlight on forced labor concerns, they’ve slapped a withhold release order (WRO) that freezes any imports from the company, as they're deemed to breach U.S. labor regulations, specifically 19 U.S.C. § 1307. In its digital domain on Facebook, Asli Maydi portrays itself as a benefactor to local…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - In a grim assault on Sunday, a barrage of mortar fire claimed the lives of multiple people, among them were international staff of the UN, at the Halane Base Camp, a fortress-like installation nestled in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu. Strategically positioned close to the Mogadishu airport within the confines of Somalia's guarded "green zone," Halane Base Camp provides shelter for UN facilities, the African Union's stronghold, and foreign embassies. In the wee hours, when dawn barely peeked, a…

NAIROBI, KENYA (AXADLE) - Air France Temporarily Halts Flights Above Red Sea; "Luminous Object" Sighting Sparks Alarm A pivotal decision has been made by Air France to halt its flights across the Red Sea. This interruption stems from reports by the crew who spotted an unusual "luminous object soaring" in the skies near Sudan. The curious event involved Flight 934, a Boeing 777-200ER, which embarked on a journey from Paris to Madagascar. But on Sunday, it was forced into an emergency landing due to what was described as a…

Dhobley, Somalia - Imagine a bustling town where public safety strides forward through the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). This initiative in Dhobley is not just about training but setting a groundbreaking precedent for how law enforcement huddles with community stalwarts to tackle crime. In the initiative’s latest chapter, 36 individuals, composed of a dozen Somali Police Force officers and 24 community figureheads, were schooled in essential public safety know-how – from station management to…

GALKAYO, Somalia (AXADLE) - As the globe marked the International Day to Stop Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, focusing on "Safety of Journalists in Crises and Emergencies," a significant gathering took place in Galkayo—a central Somali town. Those present included journalists, relatives of slain media workers, local officials, and other community members. The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) orchestrated the event, featuring a poignant film tribute to honor journalists who met their end while courageously…

MOGADISHU, Somalia, 2 November 2024 – As we observe the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, the Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) once again demands justice and accountability for the journalists who have been killed in Somalia. They are calling for thorough and impartial investigations to eradicate the impunity that media professionals face in this country. SJS stresses how crucial it is to combat impunity in crimes against journalists, whether the culprits are government figures, strong…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (Kaab TV) – In the ever-tumultuous world of Somali politics, a new controversy has erupted as the Himilo Qaran Party, under the guidance of ex-President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, expressed strong disapproval towards President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's recent maneuvers. The party accused Mohamud of unlawfully extending his presidential mandate and pushing some Federal Member States into a corner to gain their compliance. This influential political group from Mogadishu warned that such breaches of the…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE): After a month-long series of informal talks, the National Consultative Council wrapped up its meetings without the involvement of leaders from Puntland and Jubbaland. President Mohamud’s office shared its strategy to set up a new federal electoral committee under the federal government’s wing, despite the absence of a full agreement among all regional states. Talk about stepping into muddy waters without a paddle. The brief, two-page communiqué was released after a summit in Mogadishu, attended…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) – Following accusations of human trafficking and suspected ties to terrorism, two high-ranking Somali officials responsible for overseeing security and immigration at Mogadishu's airport were ousted on Thursday, as reported by informed police insiders. The newly appointed police chief, General Asad Osman, relieved Ahmed Said Mohamed, the head honcho of Somali immigration, and Abdifatah Bashir Ali, the security boss of Mogadishu Airport, from their posts. It's under scrutiny that Ali, who…