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The Dark Side of Mobile Lending in Kenya: A Borrower's Nightmare NAIROBI, Kenya – In a desperate bid to save her four-year-old son, who had ingested a five-shilling coin, Grace hastily installed a mobile lending application recommended by her fellow market vendors. Without pausing to review the terms, she entered her information and hit ‘submit.’ At a bustling health center nestled in the cramped alleys of Baba Dogo in Nairobi’s Mathare slums, doctors demanded 1,500 shillings upfront to initiate the urgent treatment her…

Urgent Concerns Regarding the NAVPASS Contract: A Call for Accountability I reach out to you as a dedicated Member of Parliament representing the Federal Republic of Somalia, compelled by a robust sense of responsibility to protect our Constitution and maintain national sovereignty. This communication addresses a pressing issue related to the NAVPASS agreement, which governs the collection of all Air Navigation fees and raises troubling legal and constitutional questions. The current iteration of the NAVPASS contract…

Al-Shabaab Assault on Tabeelaha Market Causes Widespread Damage MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) – In the early hours of Saturday, a harrowing attack unfolded as suspected Al-Shabaab militants struck Tabeelaha Market, situated along the Afgoye-Mogadishu route. Local inhabitants report that the assailants deployed explosive ordnance, igniting a massive blaze that consumed numerous shops and stalls. Eyewitness accounts indicate a climate of fear, with estimates suggesting that countless businesses have fallen victim to what…

Protests Erupt in Hudur Against Egyptian Troop Deployment HUDUR, Somalia (AXADLE) – Friday witnessed a robust gathering of regional leaders and community members in Hudur, fiercely opposing the proposed arrival of Egyptian military forces in Somalia. The crowd expressed unwavering solidarity for the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) stationed locally, commending their significant contributions to maintaining safety for the residents. Mohamed Abdi, the Bakool Governor, issued a passionate plea to President Hassan…

Human Trafficking Attempt Thwarted in Mogadishu Amid Ongoing Concerns MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - In a harrowing incident, three young girls—Luul Mahamed Ali, Nasteexo Sayid Nuur, and Meymun Abdullahi Ahmed—fell prey to human traffickers in Mogadishu. They were slated for smuggling between the twilight of June and early July 2024. Fortunately, prompt alerts from vigilant sources and the rapid response of airport authorities allowed their families to successfully intercept this nefarious plan. Despite the disruption, the…

Scandal Erupts as Fake Somali Officers Sneak into Europe Amid INTERPOL Visit MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) – A disconcerting situation has arisen as imposters masquerading as Somali police officers infiltrated Europe. This occurred coincidentally during an official trip by the Somali Police Commissioner to INTERPOL’s headquarters in Lyon, France. Though they were invited by INTERPOL, these individuals have vanished and failed to return to Somalia, sparking grave worries about potential human trafficking with government…

Ethiopia Voices Concern Over Transition in Somalia's Peace Mission ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AXADLE) — The Ethiopian government has raised significant alarms regarding the forthcoming shift from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to a new support initiative for peace, asserting that this alteration might undermine the delicate balance of stability in the region. In a statement released today, Ethiopia referred to the situation as "venturing into uncharted waters,” emphasizing the preparations of the African…

Rising Tensions: Egypt's Arms Shipment to Somalia and Its Implications MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) – The already delicate security situation in Somalia deepened yesterday following the landing of two C-130 aircraft from Egypt at Mogadishu airport. These military planes brought with them a substantial consignment of arms, munitions, and troops. Sources within Somali security circles familiar with the operation report that the planes touched down on Tuesday morning, signaling a controversial escalation in the military…

Tragic Violence Erupts in Somaliland: Six Herders Killed Hargeisa, Somaliland (AXADLE) — A tragic incident unfolded this week in the Sanaag region, where violence claimed the lives of at least six herders near Goof, a town roughly 80 kilometers from Erigabo city. The bloodshed began on Tuesday when armed assailants struck a small village close to Goof, sparking a cascade of unrest that has dramatically intensified the existing tensions in the area. Initially, five herders lost their lives in the brutal assault. This…

Al-Shabaab Escalates Violence in Mogadishu: A Community Torn Apart MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) — In a harrowing incident on the evening of Saturday, August 24, al-Shabaab militants unleashed chaos at the Safa and Marwa markets, located on the fringes of Mogadishu, leaving a path of substantial destruction in their wake. Using a combination of explosives and incendiary devices, the group inflicted severe damage on both property and goods, sparking fears among local residents. Conversations with local business…