Puntland Troops Progress into Miiraale Valley in Latest Stage of Anti-ISIS Campaign

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Abdalle Mumin, SG of SJS, Named Finalist for 2025 Allard Prize Honoring Global Integrity

Somali Journalist's Courage Recognized on World Stage By: Ali Musa, Axadle Times International – Monitoring 17 April 2025 On a bright day in Mogadishu, the Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) is beaming with pride. It's the announcement of the finalists for one of the most illustrious awards recognizing valiant acts in the global fight against corruption and human rights violation—the 2025 Allard Prize for International Integrity. Isn't it grand…

Al-Shabaab Seizes Strategic Town of Aadan Yabaal in Middle Shabelle Following Intense Attack

The Tumult in Aadan Yabaal: A Glimpse into Somalia's Constant Struggle MOGADISHU, Somalia—In what was a startling turn of events on a seemingly calm Wednesday, the town of Aadan Yabaal, nestled in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region, was seized by Al-Shabaab militants. This takeover followed a brisk yet fierce confrontation that erupted on the town’s outskirts. According to security officials from both the Somali federal government and the autonomous Hirshabelle region, the militants executed a…

North Western State of Somalia Refutes Claims of Talks with Somalia Regarding Las Anod Prisoner Release

North Western State of Somalia-Government Clarifies Stand on Prisoner Negotiations In the bustling city of Hargeisa, where the vivid colors of the markets blend seamlessly with the desert backdrop, the political atmosphere is anything but neutral. Recently, the North Western State of Somalia government issued an essential clarification regarding the prisoners apprehended during the tumultuous 2023 conflict in Las Anod. A question looms large: How transparent are these complex negotiations? The air seemed…

Increasing Displacement as Conflict and Drought Ravage Somalia

Mogadishu, Somalia: Navigating the Twin Crises of Conflict and Drought By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International – Monitoring Every so often, the world gives us pause, an opportunity to peer deeper into its conflicts and crises. Recent reports from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reflect one such moment in Somalia where over 110,000 individuals have been uprooted from their homes in merely a matter of weeks. These figures may be abstract, but they weave the stark reality of displacement…

SSC-Khaatumo Frees 25 Prisoners of War from North Western State of Somalia Custody

Prisoner Release Marks New Chapter in SSC-Khaatumo and North Western State of Somalia Conflict LAS ANOD, Somalia (AXADLE) – In a significant gesture laden with symbolic weight, 25 prisoners of war have been freed by the SSC-Khaatumo administration. These individuals found themselves caught in the throes of the tumultuous 2023 clash between SSC-Khaatumo forces and North Western State of Somalia's military. The nine-month saga, a fierce and relentless conflict, played out amid the dust and heat of Lasanod. It climaxed in a…

Somalia’s Controversial Elections Committee Kicks Off Voter Enrollment in Mogadishu

Somalia's Voter Registration Process Begins Amid Political Tensions In the heart of Mogadishu, within the Shangaani district, a cautious yet hopeful new chapter begins as Somalia embarks on a journey towards its first one-person, one-vote elections. This significant step is set against a backdrop of both hope and contention as the Federal Electoral Commission commences the voter registration process. The Chairperson of the Commission, Abdikarim Ahmed…

Khaatumo Gains Representation at National Consultative Forum, Announces Leader Firdhiye

The Dawning of a New Era for SSC-Khaatumo in Somalia's National Consultative Conference LAASCAANOOD, Somalia – A gentle breeze carried with it whispers of change as Abduqadir Aw-Ali Firdhiye, the leader of the SSC-Khaatumo region, shared news that could alter the landscape of Somali politics. Emotions mingled with anticipation in Laascaanood as word spread like wildfire: for the first time, his administration has secured a seat at Somalia’s National Consultative Conference. But what does this truly mean for the…

UNOPS Leader Wraps Up Somalia Trip, Renews Pledge in Face of Rising Security Challenges

Building Resilience Amidst Adversity: UNOPS' Commitment to Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - The majestic dust of Mogadishu, Somalia's capital, bears the echoes of both hope and hardship. It was here that Jorge Moreira da Silva, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS), recently wrapped up a significant visit. He came to reaffirm, once again, the UN's enduring pledge to foster peace and sustainable development in the region. This visit was no…

Religious Leader Advocates for Harmony, Fairness, and Universal Rights in Somalia

Somalia's Pursuit of Human Rights through an Islamic Lens Amidst the persistent social and political hurdles, Somalia finds itself at a crossroads. Here, respected religious leaders and fervent youth advocates are urging a collective return to the essence of Islamic values to nurture and protect human rights. Might the guiding principles of Islam—so deeply intertwined with the Somali identity—serve not just as moral imperatives but as actionable frameworks? The overwhelming Somali Muslim majority inherently…

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