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Egypt and Somalia collaborate on security efforts as regional unease grows over Cairo’s expanding influence in the Horn of Africa
The defense deal between Egypt and Somalia has stirred up worries about Cairo's clout in the Horn of Africa.
Recently, Egypt and Somalia have been engaging in high-level security discussions. These talks focus on the stationing of Egyptian forces as part of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). This move has sparked regional apprehensions regarding Egypt's growing strategic and military sway in the Horn of Africa.
According to a senior Egyptian security official, "A significant meeting took place in Mogadishu…
Haiti’s Prime Minister Conille Touches Down in Kenya
Kenya has committed to dispatching an additional 600 police officers to Haiti, aiming to curb the influence of gangs gripping Port-au-Prince and its surroundings. Talks will center on hastening this deployment, crucial for reinstating peace in the embattled areas.
Haiti's Prime Minister, Garry Conille, is presently in Kenya for an official four-day stint,set to engage with President William Ruto and high-ranking officials. Their dialogues will emphasize quickly sending the extra 600 officers to Haiti, refocusing efforts to…
VIDEO: The Tragic Drowning of Two Top Navy SEALs During an Anti-Terror Operation in Full View
The Navy's conclusions come after several moons filled with inquiries about the Jan. 11 mishap.
CENTCOM has decided to halt its search for two U.S. Navy SEALs lost during a nocturnal operation.
Two brave U.S. Navy SEALs tragically drowned in a pitch-black raid off Somalia's shores last Jan., weighed down by their gear, as revealed by a military probe carried out last Friday.
The report from the Naval Special Warfare Command closes a heartrending nine-month journey to solve the mystery of how two top-tier operatives lost…
Minnesota’s Somali Community Leaders Back Harris-Walz to Challenge Trump’s Muslim Policies
Minneapolis, Minn (AX) — A group of over 35 Somali religious figures and thinkers in Minnesota have shown firm support for the Harris-Walz campaign. Their endorsement stems from deep worry about what a second term for Donald Trump might mean for Muslims in America. Announced during an event in St. Cloud, they made a fervent call for Somali-American voters to back the Democrats to safeguard civil liberties and combat the growing tide of Islamophobia.This coalition, representing various segments of Minnesota's Somali-American…
International Anti-Piracy Organization Urges Ongoing Vigilance Near Somali Shores Despite Decline in Attacks
MOGADISHU (Xinhua) -- The International Maritime Bureau (IMB), a global force combating piracy, has expressed the ongoing necessity for alertness. Even with the notable downturn in piracy incidents along the Somali coast during 2024's initial nine months, vigilance remains key.
As per the latest dossier shared with Xinhua, the IMB recounted that three ships ended up hijacked, two were commandeered or shot at, and there was an attempt to accost another vessel around the Somali waters and the Gulf of Aden during this period.…
The Red Sea Alliance: A Trio of Nations United Against Ethiopia’s Quest for Dominance
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Well folks, let's just kick things off by saying that yes, I do indeed know how to spell "Red Sea" correctly. But see, here’s the twist — "Red SEE" is a clever little play on words that reflects the trio of nations forming this new coalition: Somalia, Egypt, and Eritrea. Get it? S-E-E.
Now, what's lit the fire under this newfound alliance? Just one thing: water. Folks who wear fancy suits and think deep thoughts have long opined that our next big battles would be over water. That future isn’t in some distant…
South African President Cleared of Involvement in ‘Farmgate’ Controversy
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has opted not to pursue charges against President Cyril Ramaphosa or anyone involved in the Phala Phala affair, which originated from a criminal complaint lodged by former intelligence official Arthur Fraser back in 2022.
Known colloquially as "Farmgate," the controversy erupted when Fraser accused Ramaphosa of covering up the theft of $4 million after a burglary at the president's Phala Phala game farm. The president firmly rejected these allegations, asserting that the funds taken…
Kenyan actress joyfully reconnects with brother after ten years in Al Shabaab captivity
Famous Kenyan actress Wanjiku Mburu makes a tearful plea for her brother George, who's been held captive for a decade by Somali insurgents.
NAIROBI, Kenya (AX) — Known for her role as Mama Baha in Machachari, Wanjiku Mburu received a staggering call she never thought she’d get. After ten long years, her brother, George Mburu, who was whisked away by Somali militants, finally broke his silence.
Mburu took to TikTok, shedding light on her brother's fate. George, a civilian engineer snatched in January 2014 while in…
Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt Unite in a Three-Way Alliance to Counter Ethiopia’s Growing Influence
In the spotlight, we see prominent figures like Egypt's el-Sisi, Somalia's Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Eritrea's Isaias Afwerki, accompanied by former Somali leader Farmaajo and Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed. In recent happenings in Mogadishu (AX), a fresh alliance has been brewed between Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt. This unexpected coalition marks a significant turning point in the state of affairs in the Horn of Africa. The pact, unveiled during a gathering in Asmara, brings Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Eritrean leader…
Three New Marine Species Uncovered in South Africa’s Waters
A trio of fascinating new marine species has recently been unearthed within the extraordinary waters of South Africa, influenced by the intricate dance of the Benguela and Agulhas currents. These discoveries include the charming "walking sponge" (Suberites ambulodomos), a minuscule clam (Brachiomya ducentiunus), and an elusive parasitic isopod (Pseudionella pumulaensis). Jannes Landschoff provided these insights in an article for The Conversation Africa.
Though these organisms may be diminutive, their impact on marine…