Somalia
Former Somali refugee becomes Bristol lord mayor, calls it greatest privilege
By: Alex Seabrook Local democracy reporterThursday May 14, 2026 A refugee who escaped conflict in Somalia is now set to spend the…
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Somalia
Somali government, opposition fail to reach election deal in Mogadishu
Thursday May 14, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia’s federal government and opposition leaders left the table Wednesday without a deal after hours…
North-Africa
U.S. Waives Visa Bonds for Select Fans Attending 2026 World Cup
Excitement is building as the U.S. Department of State has revealed a significant update for international fans planning to attend the 2026…
East-Africa
Britain updates Somalia travel warning over clashes, border risks
Thursday May 14, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Britain has tightened its travel guidance for Somalia, urging its citizens to avoid nearly all…
Central-Africa
Ruto blames Somalia instability for failed border reopening
By JEREMIAH WAKAYAThursday May 14, 2026 Ruto said Kenya had made significant progress toward reopening the frontier before clashes erupted between Somalia’s…
East-Africa
Somali president meets Saudi deputy foreign minister in Kampala
Wednesday May 13, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held talks Tuesday with Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed bin…
Somalia
Former refugee is named Lord Mayor of Bristol
Alastair McKeeWednesday May 13, 2026 Councillor Yassin Mohamud has represented Lawrence Hill in Bristol since 2021 Bristol is preparing to welcome a…
Somalia
examines Somali identity and layered resilience
By Abdiaziz Ali Mohamed Wednesday May 13, 2026 Somali identity has never been fixed, singular or simple. It has taken shape over…
West-Africa
Guinea Acts Against Border Dispute with Liberia
In a significant declaration, Dansa Kourouma, the Speaker of Guinea’s National Transitional Council (NTC), affirmed the nation’s commitment to safeguarding the contested…
North-Africa
Egypt says sailors on hijacked ship off Somalia coast are in good health
Wednesday May 13, 2026 Egyptian diplomats moved quickly after pirates seized a commercial cargo vessel with an Egyptian crew off the Somali…
West-Africa
Tributes Honor Nollywood Actor Alexx Ekubo Following Recent Passing
Tragic news has emerged from the Nigerian film industry as beloved Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has passed away at the age of…
