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By Professor Maurice Okoli and Dr. Ken Onyeali Ikpe The African Union Chairperson is an important position within the African Union. The Chairperson serves as the head of the (AU) African Union elected by the assembly of heads of states and government. As the Africa Union stands at the crossroads and at the critical juncture, an effective leadership is essential for addressing the myriad challenges facing the African continent.After several months of conscientious search for potential contestants…

Mogadishu, Somalia – The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has commenced the construction of a new police station in Darussalam District, on the outskirts of the capital, Mogadishu. Once completed, the project will enhance police presence and bolster the safety and security of Mogadishu and surrounding communities. Presiding over the groundbreaking ceremony, on Monday, ATMIS Police Training and Development Coordinator, (ACP) Samuel Asiedu Okanta, reaffirmed the AU…

Kenya's Partnership with Adani Group: A Double-Edged Sword? NAIROBI, Kenya – In a surprising twist, Adani Group, notorious for its polarizing global reputation, has received the green light for a substantial energy transmission initiative through its offshoot, Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL). This $900 million project is framed within the Private-Public Partnership (PPP) model, stirring anxieties that Kenya might be inviting not just foreign capital but potential complications. The sanctioning of this power…

Unveiling the Shadows: Human Trafficking in Mogadishu MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) – Recent revelations from a confidential police report have exposed an intricate human trafficking ring functioning out of Mogadishu. This underground network employs counterfeit Ethiopian and British passports alongside fake Spanish visas to illicitly transport individuals beyond Somalia's borders. Utilizing weaknesses in operations at the Aden Adde International Airport, traffickers conduct their dubious affairs without notable…

Shifting Alliances: Somali President Turns to Clan Support Amid Political Turmoil MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - With a surge in political dissent and fragmentation, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has sought refuge in traditional clan alliances for much-needed support. On Monday at Villa Somalia, the presidential palace, insiders revealed that President Mohamud convened an important huddle with notable figures from the Marehan clan, including two officials from regional administrations and several lawmakers.…

Opposition MP Mohamed Abib Detained Upon Returning to Somaliland HARGEISA, Somaliland (AXADLE) – On Monday, Somaliland's security forces apprehended opposition Member of Parliament Mohamed Abib at Hargeisa Airport, right after he arrived from Dubai, UAE. Abib, known for his critical stance against President Muse Bihi Abdi, was intercepted as he set foot on the tarmac. Sources at the airport disclosed to Kaab TV that intelligence officials were on standby, ready to take action as soon as the MP deplaned. Deputy…

End Workplace Discrimination Against Somali Women MOGADISHU (PRESS RELEASE) - The Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU) expresses grave concern regarding the pervasive and harmful treatment of Somali women, especially those seeking employment or currently holding jobs, within both governmental and private sectors. A worrisome pattern of workplace harassment, encompassing sexual misconduct and gender-based bias, violates fundamental human rights and serves as a formidable obstacle to women's economic independence and full…

Tragic Bombing in Buloburde: Civilians Fall Victim to Violence BULOBURDE, Somalia (AXADLE) – A devastating explosion rocked a bustling teashop in Buloburde town on Saturday, claiming the lives of at least three civilians and injuring thirteen more, according to local authorities. The busy teashop served as a social hub where residents, members of Buloburde's security forces, and Ma’awisley clan militia often gathered. It was here that the deadly improvised explosive device (IED) detonated. Officials suspect Al-Shabaab…

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…