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The Unseen Shadows Behind a Fatal Assassination in Mogadishu NAIROBI, Kenya — The news hit like a storm cloud over a sunny meadow. On an unassuming day in Mogadishu, Hassan Sankay Ali was mercilessly gunned down in the city's Darusalam neighborhood. To his grieving family, the senseless murder was a meticulously orchestrated execution, possibly stemming from his entangled business dealings. The true motives remain veiled in silence, yet questions echo ominously: Who benefits from this bloodshed? Hassan's life was a…

In a surprising turn at the African Union's 38th Ordinary Session in Addis Ababa, Djibouti's Foreign Minister Mahamoud Ali Youssouf emerged as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission. It was a highly competitive election until Kenya's esteemed Raila Odinga, known for his charismatic leadership, withdrew from the contest. This withdrawal cleared the path for Youssouf to clinch victory with 33 votes. How did it come to this? In the initial rounds, Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister, seemed poised to take the…

In the quiet, shadowed hours of Thursday night, the tranquility of Puntland was disrupted by a swift and decisive operation. It was not just another night. As the clock struck a time known only to those involved, the security forces of Puntland undertook an operation with precision and determination that left at least seven individuals in custody. Who were these individuals? The rumors whispered tales of their alleged affiliations with the sinister undercurrents of Daesh, a name that stirs unease in the most seasoned hearts.…

Mogadishu, Somalia – Execution of a Convicted Murderer Stirs Debate in Somalia's Southwest The dawn struggled to break through the dense clouds over Baidoa, a bustling town that serves as the interim capital of Somalia's Southwest State. Residents gathered with a sense of apprehension mingled with solemnity, knowing this day bore witness to something starkly divisive: the execution of a convicted murderer. No matter how one looked at it, these events always left an indelible imprint on the collective psyche. Isak Adan…

Hargeisa, North Western State of Somalia (Horn Observer) – In a calculated and contentious decision, North Western State of Somalia's Ministry of Information has officially rescinded the broadcasting license of Universal TV, a well-known Somali news outlet based in the UK. This move, conveyed in a detailed communiqué to the public prosecutor, has sparked widespread debate and fueled concerns about media freedom in the region. Could this be a strategic attempt to silence dissenting voices that dare to question governmental…

Somali Pirates Strike Again: A Ray of Alarm in Peaceful Waters? Mogadishu (Horn Observer/KAAB TV) – In a sudden, unsettling development, Somali pirates have reportedly seized a Yemeni fishing vessel navigating the oft-tumultuous waters beyond the Horn of Africa. What is known about this maritime incident? According to EUNAVFOR Atalanta, the European Union's naval initiative in the Middle East, the unfolding situation remains under scrutiny. An attack upon a Doon, the iconic vessel of the Middle Eastern seas, occurred…

Bangui, Central African Republic: An Urgent Call for Humanitarian Support In the heart of Africa, where survival is more than a daily challenge, a humanitarian storm brews. The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the World Food Programme (WFP) find themselves in a grim race against time, pleading for $14.8 million in aid by 2025. Why the urgency, you ask? The plight of more than 30,000 Sudanese refugees and their vulnerable host communities hangs in the balance. Since the Sudan crisis erupted in 2023, the Central African…

Press Freedom Under Siege in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia – February 10, 2025 It was a typical Saturday in Mogadishu, characterized by the city's bustling streets and the incessant hum of daily life. Journalists from a myriad of media outlets congregated, notebooks in hand, to cover a joint press conference. The event promised substantial discourse, featuring figures like General Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag, the Minister of Security, Mukhtar Robow Ali, Minister of Religious Affairs, and the Attorney…

Mogadishu, Somalia - February 10, 2025: A Harrowing Tale of Journalistic Courage Imagine, if you will, the dim recesses of a detention cell and the stifling air where words of bravery are forged. That is where this story begins. On the morning of February 9, 2025, the Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) breathed a sigh of relief—akin to fresh air through a dusty window—upon learning that journalist Sharif Abdi and his compatriot Omar Yusuf Mohamed, affectionately called…

In the heart of Somalia's desert-like expanses lies Baidoa, an agrarian city whose lifeblood is fast drying up. Here, the dusty fields whisper tales of struggle, where farmers, once the bastions of bounty, now grapple with forces beyond their control. One might ask, what tapestry of adversities weaves such a dire narrative? In discussions with the dedicated team at Baraarug, local farmers shared their accounts, painting vivid pictures of their current plight. They're enmeshed in a web of challenges: a crippling drought, an…