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Finland Halts Aid to Somalia Until Deportees Are Welcomed Back
Finland’s Development Aid Standoff: A Tug of Policy and Humanity
HELSINKI, Finland — A cultural tug-of-war is playing out in the frosty Scandinavian air as Finland suspends its development aid to Somalia, pressuring Mogadishu to accept more deportees. This policy stalemate, spearheaded by Development Minister Ville Tavio, underscores a growing tension in Europe over migration, deportations, and international diplomacy.
A Diplomatic Tightrope
"I think it is fair that an administration that does not welcome its citizens…
Americo Named Mogadishu Port Director, Vows to Enhance Trade with Reforms
Changing Tides at Mogadishu Port: A New Chapter for Somalia's Economic Lifeline
MOGADISHU, Somalia — In the heart of the Horn of Africa, where geopolitical currents are as tumultuous as the Indian Ocean waves, Mogadishu Port stands as a beacon of economic potential and national resilience. Thursday marked a notable shift in its stewardship as Ambassador Mohamed Ali Nur, affectionately known as Americo, took the helm, poised to chart a fresh course for Somalia’s primary gateway to the world.
Leadership Transition: Americo…
Somalia Establishes Climate Fund to Combat Floods and Droughts
Somalia's Pioneering Climate Fund: A Beacon for Resilience in a Changing World
In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, a significant milestone was set as Somalia launched its first National Climate Fund. Over two days, this transformative initiative was etched into the narrative of a nation that has long been at the frontlines of climate adversity.
A Bold Step Towards Climate Resilience
Under the guidance of Finance Minister Bihi Iman Egeh, this fund emerges as a key strategy to tackle the mounting pressures of recurring…
Cardiff’s Youngsters Honor North Western State of Somalia’s 65 Years of Independence in Diaspora Celebration
Celebrating Dual Identity: The North Western State of Somalia-Welsh Community in Cardiff
Hargeisa (AX) — In a modest community hall in Grangetown, Cardiff, the flags of Wales and North Western State of Somalia fluttered side by side. It was a quiet yet powerful testament to the dual identities embraced by the city's North Western State of Somalia-Welsh community. This week marked the 65th anniversary of North Western State of Somalia's independence from Britain, a momentous occasion celebrated by around 50 attendees,…
Outrage Erupts Over Alleged Killing of Kenyan Blogger by Police
Tragedy in Nairobi: The Death of a Blogger Ignites Protests in Kenya
Nairobi's streets swarmed with thousands of protesters on Thursday, driven by demands for justice in the death of 31-year-old Albert Ojwang, a political blogger whose life was cut short under the shadow of police custody. His story has become a rallying cry against a force that many Kenyans see as oppressive and unaccountable.
A Blogger’s Fatal Journey
Albert Ojwang's journey from Homa Bay to Nairobi marked more than mere geographic distance. It…
South African Families Seek Justice and Transparency in Ongoing Struggle
Decades Later, South Africa Still Seeks Justice for the Cradock Four
A biting winter chill hung over the Cradock cemetery, where the neglected graves of four apartheid activists marked a somber reminder of brutality and injustice. Decades after their untimely deaths, the story of the Cradock Four resonates deeply, interwoven with South Africa's ongoing quest for truth and reconciliation.
The Painful Legacy of Apartheid
In 1985, Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sicelo Mhlauli, and Sparrow Mkhonto—three teachers and a…
Sudanese Military Claims Pro-Haftar Groups Involved in Conflict
Complex Web of Conflict: Sudan's Accusations Against Libya's Haftar
In a dramatic escalation of ongoing regional tensions, the Sudanese army has accused forces loyal to Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar of attacking its border posts. This marks the first direct accusation against Libya in Sudan's tumultuous two-year conflict.
Unraveling the Regional Tapestry
The conflict in Sudan, primarily between the national army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has frequently drawn in international actors with varying…
Rwanda Severs Connections with ECCAS Following Deteriorating Relations
Rwanda's Withdrawal from ECCAS: A Step Towards Unease
In a striking move that could reverberate across Central Africa, Rwanda has officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). The decision comes amid escalating tensions between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), casting a spotlight on a conflict that has already claimed thousands of lives throughout Eastern DRC.
Roots of the Conflict
The withdrawal marks a significant development in the relationship between two…
Somalia Refutes Connection Between UAE and Sudan Diplomatic Visits
Somalia Defends Diplomatic Moves Amid Regional Tensions
By Ali Musa
Axadle Times International–Monitoring.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud shakes hands with UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan during a meeting in Mogadishu on August 27, 2025. CREDIT/ SONNA
In the midst of a tempestuous geopolitical landscape, Somalia finds itself at the heart of swirling online discussions, with its recent diplomacy under intensified scrutiny. The arrival of notable delegations from…
Somalia’s UN Envoy Accuses Israel of Genocide, Calls to End Gaza Blockade
Somalia's Cry for Gaza: A Diplomatic Call to Conscience at the UN
In the storied halls of the United Nations, where history is often recorded in resonant speeches and urgent pleas, Somalia's ambassador, Abukar Osman Baale, delivered a message that pierced through the routine deliberations. His words reached out across cultures and continents, sounding an alarm over the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. "What we are witnessing is not security. It is collective punishment, and it is genocide," Baale proclaimed, his…