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Tragic Siege in Beletwein: A Test of Resilience By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International–Monitoring. In the quiet hours before dawn, a new chapter of turmoil unfolded in the bustling town of Beletwein, nestled in the central heart of Somalia. The militant group Al-Shabab, which maintains an affiliation with Al-Qaeda, unleashed its wrath upon the city's Qaahira Hotel. The dawn attack left at least seven innocent souls lost, with the siege showing no signs of…

Bujumbura, Burundi – A Nation Strained by Unprecedented Refugee Influx In a world already beset with myriad challenges, the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo's (DRC) turbulence has spilled over into its neighbor, Burundi. Facing what could be described as a humanitarian avalanche, Burundi stands witness to the largest wave of refugees it has seen in decades. What does this mean for a nation that is already grappling with its own set of hurdles? In less than a month's time, Burundi has opened its arms to…

by: Ali Yusuf | 08 March 2025 23:05 MOGADISHU, Somalia (Baraarug) – Being a journalist in Somalia is no small feat, especially when you are a woman. Imagine a land scarred by decades of strife where human rights are more a whispered hope than a lived reality. In this labyrinth of struggle and silence, women's voices often fade into the background, overshadowed by the turmoil that has engulfed Somalia for over thirty years. Journalists here walk a perilous path, continually risking their lives to…

Information Bridge: Russia - Africa On the 6th of March, 2025, an extraordinary gathering unfolded within the hallowed halls of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation. The roundtable, aptly titled "Information Bridge: Russia - Africa," served not just as an event but as a profound dialogue fostering deeper ties between these two diverse regions. Spearheaded by Alexander M. Babakov and the Afro-Russian Energy Association, this initiative was more than a mere assembly. It was a…

US Embassy Raises Security Concerns in Mogadishu, Prompting Airlines to Cease Operations By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International - Monitoring In what can only be described as an alarming development, the US Embassy in Somalia issued a security alert on Tuesday evening, underscoring the "imminent attacks" that are set to target various strategic locations, including the busy Aden Adde Airport in Mogadishu. As soon as this alert was released, Turkish…

MOGADISHU, Somalia, 4 March 2024 — Recent developments concerning media freedom in Somalia and its autonomous region, North Western State of Somalia, have spotlighted significant challenges. The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) is keenly aware of these issues and thus makes a firm appeal to North Western State of Somalia's leadership: lift the prohibition on Universal TV and cease detaining journalists who dare to question governmental conduct. Simultaneously, it calls on officials from Somalia's Southwest State to…

Life-Saving Efforts in Goma Amidst Crisis GOMA, DR Congo, March 3, 2025 – Imagine waking up one morning to find your city consumed by conflict, your daily routines interrupted, and the simple luxury of clean water now a distant memory. For the residents of Goma, the scenario isn't fiction. It’s their challenging reality. UNICEF, in a courageous partnership with other organizations, is battling against the odds to supply life-saving clean water to approximately 700,000 people daily in Goma, a substantial slice…

Al-Shabaab's Stern Warning During Ramadan: Conflict Over Mogadishu's Public Lands In a fresh twist of events that underscores the ongoing socio-political turmoil in Somalia, the militant group Al-Shabaab has issued a dire warning sharply criticizing public land auctions and aggressive evictions occurring in Mogadishu. The notice, ominously timed to coincide with the sacred month of Ramadan, throws a glaring light on the exacerbating land disputes in this part of the world. With the announcement having been…

Ramadan Mubarak from Baraarug Podcast – Episode 8 Have you ever wondered what it truly means to advocate for human rights in a landscape as complex as Somalia? Ramadan, a time for reflection and compassion, sets a fitting stage for us to delve into this significant conversation. Welcome to Episode 8 of Baraarug Podcast, where we unravel the intricacies of human rights with an emphasis on the right to life, freedom of expression, equality, and justice. Our Special Guest: Abdalle Mumin We have the profound honor of hosting…

Echoes of Promise: Europe and the UK's Pledge in Ukrainian Defense Edited By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International–Monitoring In the vibrant heart of Nairobi, Kenya, far removed from the tension-laden corridors of power, there’s an unmistakable air of global solidarity swelling across continents. A resolve, as strong as it is hopeful, weaves through the declarations from our neighbors across the seas. But what does the future hold for Ukraine in the relentless tides of diplomatic decisions? The recent summit in London,…