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Kismayo's Innovation Crisis: A Community's Call to Action In the bustling city of Kismayo, a revealing debate, masterminded by the Baraarug Forum initiative, has spotlighted the hurdles stymying local innovation and creativity in Somalia. These challenges, intricate in their nature, are not merely local issues but reverberate throughout the country. Why does this matter? Well, these obstacles have a domino effect, contributing to the worryingly high unemployment rates among Somalia's youth…

Mourning a Tragic Loss in Mogadishu In the heart of Mogadishu, on a quiet Sunday morning, the city witnessed a deeply saddening incident. Abdifatah Abdi Osman, affectionately known as Arab, a dedicated technician from Astaan TV, lost his life in a tragic shooting. Arab, a well-regarded member of the Astaan TV family, was an essential figure at the popular Somali channel, celebrated for its vibrant entertainment and sports content. As he set off on his motorbike towards the station, his morning journey took an unforeseen…

Mogadishu: Women in IDP Camps Face Coercion In the shadow of Mogadishu, within the sprawling camps where displaced families seek refuge, a disturbing pattern is emerging. Reports flood in as women and teenagers recount unsettling encounters with those claiming to be representatives of Somalia’s self-proclaimed Independent Electoral Commission. These individuals are allegedly resorting to intimidation, aiming to force an involuntary participation in a contentious electoral process. Take the story of Maryan…

Tragic Weather in Somalia: A Story of Resilience and Urgency GAROWE, Somalia (KAAB TV) – As we look at Somalia over the past few weeks, a grim picture emerges from the seasonal Gu rains that began in April and continue to impact various regions. Tragically, at least 17 lives have been lost due to the flash floods, according to official reports and humanitarian agencies. This isn’t just a story of weather, but one of human resilience amidst adversity. Mogadishu: Bearing the Brunt The Banadir Regional Administration has…

Mogadishu's Political Landscape: A Critical Examination By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring MOGADISHU, Somalia — Facing the possibility of electoral defeat, governments sometimes choose not the path of reform, but rather, diversion. This is vividly unfolding in Mogadishu, where key federal officials, including Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, have directed heavy accusations at their opposition leaders, claiming they are advancing a "foreign-funded agenda.” But isn’t this just another chapter in the…

Journalists Under Fire in Mogadishu In a chilling reminder of the fragile state of press freedom, the Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) has denounced a troubling series of arrests, threats, and intimidation targeting Mogadishu's journalists. Over a mere 48-hour window, the SJS reported an unsettling escalation, tallying 15 arbitrary detentions, equipment seizures, and myriad hurdles placed before media personnel by security forces. Foremost among the culprits were the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) and…

Press Freedom Crisis in Somalia: A Call for Intervention MOGADISHU, Somalia – Tuesday marked a critical gathering in Mogadishu as press freedom organizations met with members of the international diplomatic community to address the deteriorating state of free expression in Somalia. Representatives from various advocacy groups, including International Media Support (IMS), congregated with officials from the Ministry of Information, journalists from the Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS), and international…

To: Switzerland Embassy - Somalia To: EU Embassy - Somalia To: Canada Embassy - Somalia To: UK Embassy - Somalia To: US Embassy - Somalia To: All Other Embassies - Somalia Cc: Foreign Affairs Committee – House of People Cc: Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Labor Dear Esteemed Representatives, I reach out as a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the House of People of the Federal Republic of Somalia, compelled by a sense of duty and urgency. It is with profound concern…

Somalia: A Call for Unity and Action Have you ever paused to think about the vast wealth of resources within Somalia? It's intriguing, isn't it? Yet, despite this abundance, a heartbreaking number of our fellow Somalis are trapped in poverty. We find ourselves divided, splintering into regions and clans. Our flag, once a symbol of unity, now waves forlornly, as if forgotten. What have we truly lost sight of? What does it mean to live for Somalia, to embody the essence of being Somali?…

Equality Now's Urgent Call for Action Across Africa Nairobi, Kenya (AXADLE) – Addressing an escalating crisis, Equality Now is appealing to the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights. They’re urging member states of the African Union (AU) to take immediate steps to tackle the surge in sexual violence and exploitation impacting women and girls across the continent. During the 83rd Ordinary Session of the Commission this month, this dedicated human rights organization emphasized the need for governments…