West Africa

The ever-ongoing battle against terrorism took a significant turn in southern Somalia as US forces joined hands with the Somali army to take down ten members of the al-Shabab terrorist group. This joint operation was confirmed by US African Command (Africom), who also disclosed the recent demise of a senior militant figure, Mohamed Mire, in the tumultuous Jubaland region. Working closely together, these teams struck a heavy blow to those who perpetuate violence and chaos in the region. It was in the small hamlet of Beer…

Sure. Breaking Down Barriers: EAA Foundation's Mission in SomaliaIn a groundbreaking venture, a whopping 127,237 disadvantaged youngsters have been welcomed into quality primary education in Somalia, thanks to the 'Educate Your Children II' project. This remarkable three-year mission is spearheaded by Education Above All Foundation’s Educate A Child (EAC) programme along with CARE USA, extending a helping hand to the youth.According to the EAA Foundation, speaking to Gulf Times, they detailed how from 2021 through 2024, the…

Today, in the bustling atmosphere of the AU CAADP Summit in Kampala, IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu sat down with Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Somalia. The duo converged not only to exchange formalities but to weave a tapestry of dialogue that underscored the necessity of regional harmony and advancement. "We are all in this together," one might say, as they delved deep into strategies for bolstering peace and security across the region. Their conversation was like crafting a blueprint…

A Fresh Push Against Al-Shabaab in Beledweyne The air in Beledweyne is buzzing with anticipation of change as a high-level group from the Somali Federal Government touches down with a mission. This delegation is spearheaded by Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe, the head honcho of the Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), and Dahir Shire Mohamed, the venerable Minister of Petroleum. Their rendezvous aims to ramp up operations against the notorious Al-Shabaab militants, who have long disrupted peace in the…

When President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud touched down in Addis Ababa recently, it wasn't merely a standard diplomatic escapade. His mission aimed to firm up the ties between Somalia and Ethiopia, a relationship that’s as intricate as a spider’s web and just as crucial for regional peace. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, a notable figure in African politics, extended a warm welcome at Bole International Airport. "It's an honor to greet President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia during this pivotal visit," Abiy expressed with genuine…

In a significant assembly on Thursday, Egypt's Minister of Defense and Military Production Abdel Mageed Saqr met with Somalia's Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur and his entourage during their expedition to Egypt. This encounter was captured by the Egyptian Armed Forces' press team. Saqr took the stage to deliberate on the regional and global dynamics that impact security within Africa. These weighty discussions with his Somali counterpart highlighted the intertwined destinies of both nations' defense strategies. The…

An unexpected tragedy unfolded on a sunny Friday afternoon in Malindi, a serene town along Kenya's north coast. The tranquility was abruptly shattered when a light aircraft made a dramatic crash landing on a roadside, claiming the lives of three individuals, according to local police. Kilifi County Police Commander, Joseph Ongwae, reported that the ill-fated aircraft, tagged as 5Y-CDC, departed from Malindi Airport, aiming for Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Trouble brewed shortly after takeoff when the aircraft, which was…

Mogadishu (AX) – It's no secret that Northeastern State has been a bit rocky on the security front, and Federal Minister of Interior, Ali Yusuf Hoosh, isn't holding back his critiques. He's really tearing into Northeastern State's President, Said Abdullahi Deni, accusing the leader of sitting on his hands when it comes to dealing with the increasingly bold ISIS presence in the area."It's like the leadership in Northeastern State has turned a blind eye to ISIS in recent years, giving them a free pass to set up shop," Minister…

Mogadishu (AX) – You won’t believe who made quite the splash at the big CAADP shindig in Kampala, Uganda! Somalia’s very own, Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, popped over to check out the Extraordinary Summit on Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme. Now, this pow-wow ran from the 9th to the 11th of January, smack dab in 2025. The Somali frontliners, including Permanent Secretary Hamza Haadow and Somalia’s Ambassador to Uganda, Fardosa Mohamed Kanyare, were not there for tea and biscuits. Nah,…

Mogadishu (AX) – Rolling into Ethiopia's bustling capital this Saturday, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is set for some weighty tête-à-têtes in Addis Ababa. This trip is all about giving a jolt of energy to the often rocky friendship between these East African neighbors. When President Mohamud and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed sit down, they ain't just gonna chat about the weather. Their main agenda? Breathing new life into the Ankara Agreement and hashing out Ethiopia's hand in Somalia's latest peacekeeping mission.…