East Africa

In Mogadishu, Abdikhadir Ahmed Aw-Ali Firdhiye from SSC-Khatumo attended the National Consultative Council summit. The council, made up of federal and regional leaders, heard from Firdhiye about the situation in SSC-Khatumo areas and stressed the importance of SSC gaining constitutional rights within the Federal Government of Somalia. They commended the SSC-Khatumo administration for its work in maintaining the unity and independence of Somalia. During the summit, leaders discussed various topics such as politics, security,…

Leyla Mohamed (Ugbaad), a phone user, tells the story of Ahmed Hussein Ali's family in Elasha-Biyaha, who fell into poverty overnight due to losing savings to an online scam called Trade Bot. Ahmed invested his entire $400 savings into Trade Bot after falling for their promises of wealth. Unfortunately, the website went offline shortly after, leaving Ahmed with nothing. He regrets not being more cautious and wishes he could go back to running his roadside stall. The family now relies on relatives for food, as they used to…

A digger is shifting earth at the site where search and rescue operations are ongoing for individuals feared to be trapped under a landslide following heavy rainfall in the Matathia region of Kimende Escarpment, situated in Kiambu County, Kenya on May 15, 2024. Reuters photographer Monicah Mwangi is offering to sell licensing rights for this image. Residents claim that a minimum of five people were carried away by the landslide, spurred by severe rainfall in central Kenya. The Red Cross has pledged to lend a helping hand in…

Health Cabinet Susan Nakhumicha and Medical Services Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai launched the Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience Programme for Eastern and Southern Africa on May 15, 2024, in Nairobi. The World Bank will invest $1 billion (approximately Sh130 billion) to support Kenya and seven other African countries with emergency projects and launching human vaccine production in Kenya by 2027. Kenya is building infrastructure at the Biovax Institute in Nairobi's Industrial Area. Kimtai…

In Manama, Bahrain, Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre met with Dr. Abdul Latif Rashid, the President of Iraq, to discuss strengthening their countries' relationship. They also talked about enhancing cooperation in security and exchanging experiences in that field. The meeting focused on mutual interests in security, economy, culture, education, and health, aiming to benefit both nations. Prime Minister Barre highlighted the longstanding relationship between Somalia and Iraq, united in combating terrorist groups within…

The Foreign Minister of Somalia, Ahmed Moalim Faqi Ahmed, emphasized the crucial need for Arab unity to support Somalia against foreign meddling. He particularly condemned the agreement between "North Western of Somalia" and Ethiopia.As per Somali media reports today, Faki Ahmed led an Arab ministerial group to back Somalia against threats to its sovereignty. This came before the start of the "Preparatory Meeting of the League of Arab States Council" for the 33rd Arab Summit in Manama, Bahrain.During a speech to the…

Somali pirates abducted Bangladeshi ship crew, who have now returned to Dhaka. MV Abdullah, carrying coal, was hijacked off Somalia's coast. The crew thought they would die during the ordeal. The pirates released the crew after a ransom was paid. The crew faced a nightmare in captivity for 32 days. International naval forces are guarding against piracy. The crew's families were relieved to see them back. Acts of piracy have been on the rise in Somalia. Elite teams have been dispatched to patrol the waters. The crew's…

Mogadishu (AX) - A recent airstrike carried out by Somali army forces, with support from international allies, resulted in the deaths of at least nine al-Shabab militants in Middle Shabelle and Galgadud regions. According to a statement from the Ministry of Information released on Wednesday, the airstrike targeted areas in Ali Helle and Barag Sheikh Aamir. Four militants were eliminated in Ali Helle, while five others met the same fate in the Barag Sheikh Aamir region. During the operation, the army successfully targeted a…

In an exciting development, experienced American diplomat James Swan is set to make a triumphant return to Somalia, this time as the acting United Nations Special Representative, after leaving over two years ago having laid the groundwork for the country's state-building process. Swan's appointment by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to head the UN Assistance Mission (UNSOM) comes at a crucial transition period as per the request of the Somali government. He will fill in temporarily following the departure of Catriona…

In an unprecedented decision, the Court of Appeal in Banadir region has sentenced Sayid Ali Moalim Daud to death. This ruling comes after a series of hearings and defense arguments against him. The Appeal Court has affirmed a previous ruling by the Banadir regional court, where Daud was originally sentenced to death for setting his pregnant wife on fire. Judicial authorities in both instances found Daud guilty of the crime and imposed the death penalty. However, the Appeal Court has indicated that the verdict can be…