East Africa

The court revealed that Omar Adbuqadir (31) did not gain financially when he handed a woman his wife's Swedish ID to assist her in entering the country. The journalist's ID did not pass the facial recognition scan, raising suspicions with an immigration officer at Dublin Airport. Described as "altruistic," Adbuqadir was sentenced to 18 months for trying to help a journalist escape persecution by using the ID for her to enter Ireland from Madrid. Although she successfully sought asylum in Ireland, the woman's true identity…

Eight-year-old Henry, a young boy hailing from Ecuador, is filled with curiosity and a thirst for knowledge, yet navigating the intricacies of learning in a foreign language poses a significant challenge. "It's a tough nut to crack, speaking English," Henry confessed. Recently transplanted to the United States along with his mother and brother, Henry embarked on a new academic journey at Valley View Elementary School under the guidance of Patrick Schulz, an educator dedicated to serving English language learners…

In Britain, kids from six to late teens go to classes in a mosque with peers from their community to learn about Islam, Arabic, and the Quran. Ali, also a cast member, shares that everyone has a funny dugsi experience. Millennials and Gen Z Somalis all have stories to share about dugsi. The play features four friends – Salma, Munira, Yasmin, and Hani, who bond during a dugsi detention. They chat, reveal secrets, and share cultural references. Ali wanted to explore Somali archetypes by putting four girls from different…

By Dr. Mohamoud Abdi Hussein Thursday, May 2, 2024 It's a privilege to meet with the Minnesota Member of Parliament of Somalia and the Somali representative for Health and Nutrition, Dr. Abdirashiid Jiley. We engaged in a panel discussion regarding the current situation in Somalia and the disagreements over the constitutional amendment. Dr. Jiley shared the obstacles he encounters in the government and the Parliament's role. He mentioned significant alterations to Somalia's constitution, giving the President the power to…

In light of recent guidelines, the European Union has put on hold certain rules about granting visas to Ethiopian citizens. These adjustments prevent EU member nations from skipping specific paperwork and providing visas for multiple entries. Additionally, Ethiopian diplomats and officials will now have to pay for their travel permits, signifying a significant change in policy. The processing time for visas for Ethiopians has been lengthened from 15 to 45 days, a move that the European Commission deems necessary to push…

Kahariri previously acted as deputy to Ogolla, 62, the former Chief of Defense Forces for nearly 40 years.Before joining the Kenya Defense Forces in 1987, Kahariri was a deputy commander in the Kenya Navy.Over three decades, he climbed the ranks, showcasing his talents and skills, earning the admiration of many.With a family of three, Kahariri played a significant role in Kenya's mission into Somalia in 2011.This operation aimed to drive out Al-Shabaab militants who had abducted four foreigners, causing a stir.During the…

Somaliland is considering forming new partnerships with China, Iran, and Russia due to lack of Western support and potential opposition party victories, as per a report by the Somaliland government. Military experts in Somaliland believe better engagement by Western nations could prevent this shift in alliances. The report highlights escalating tensions in Lasanood, a city controlled by terrorist groups that have strengthened following support from Somalia. The conflict in Lasanood involves soldiers trained by Eritrea and…

The University initially communicated with camp organizers by letter Wednesday night before announcing publicly on Thursday. Representatives of the student coalition will speak to the Board of Regents on May 10.In the Wednesday letter, school officials expressed gratitude for the conversations and their intent to resolve matters promptly. Nesma Abuammo, a 20-year-old Palestinian student and organizer, spoke about the ongoing rally in support of Gaza and the fight against genocide.Student organizers emphasized their…

In HARGEISA, Somalia, the Ethiopian government and North Western of Somalia close in on finalizing a controversial deal, despite international skepticism. Ethiopia plans to establish a Naval Base along the Red Sea within Somalia. In exchange, Ethiopia will build a port after leasing the land for 50 years. North Western of Somalia will be recognized as a sovereign nation by Ethiopia, a move that could boost international standing and economic opportunities. Talks between the two parties have been ongoing since a memorandum of…

In a gathering of the Somali Council of Ministers in Mogadishu, an agreement regarding judiciary and justice with Turkey was given the green light. Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, leading the meeting, highlighted the goal of the agreement to bolster cooperation in legal affairs. This pact will aid in legal issues, facilitate the extradition of suspects and offenders, and streamline the transfer of individuals imprisoned. Minister of Justice Hassan Moalim Mohamud echoed the sentiments, expressing Somalia's transition from…