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AU Peace and Security Council Recognizes North Western State of Somalia Status
AU Reaffirms Somalia’s Sovereignty Amid North Western State of Somalia Recognition Controversy
The African Union’s Peace and Security Council has firmly maintained Somalia's sovereignty, rejecting any moves to recognize North Western State of Somalia as independent. This decision comes in response to contentious international actions affecting the region.
The AU condemned Israel’s recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state.
The council emphasized that no actor can change the territorial…
Dubai DP World chief removed amid pressure over Epstein ties
DUBAI — DP World said Friday that longtime chairman and chief executive Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem has resigned, a move that follows mounting pressure over his alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein and days after key investors froze new commitments to the Dubai-based ports and logistics group.
The company named Essa Kazim as chairman of the board and elevated Yuvraj Narayan to group chief executive officer, Dubai Media Office said. Dubai’s ruler also issued a decree appointing a new chairman to the emirate’s Ports, Customs and Free…
Egypt supports Somalia’s unity, opposes unilateral recognition, FM tells Somali counterpart
Egypt backs Somalia’s unity, rejects unilateral recognition at AU summit
Friday February 13, 2026
Photo courtesy of Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Egypt reaffirmed its support for Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity and rejected any unilateral steps that could fragment the country, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said during talks with Somali Foreign Minister Abdisalam Ali on the sidelines of the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa.
Abdelatty “categorically” rejected any unilateral…
Is the U.S. Preparing a Plan to Partition Somalia?
Israel’s recognition of North Western State of Somalia has lit a geopolitical fuse in the Horn of Africa. On Dec. 26, 2025, Israel became the first country to officially recognize North Western State of Somalia as an independent state, challenging Somalia’s territorial integrity and colliding head-on with a core African norm: that borders inherited at independence should remain intact. The move drew immediate regional and international pushback and opened a new chapter in great‑power maneuvering along one of the world’s most…
China Rejects Allegations of Backing Illegal Mining and Terrorism in Nigeria
China Responds to US Lawmakers’ Allegations of Illegal Mining in Nigeria
The Chinese government has vehemently rejected allegations made by five US lawmakers claiming that it sponsored illegal mining activities in Nigeria and provided financial support to militias for protection. The embassy in Nigeria characterized the accusations as baseless and unfounded.
In a statement, the Chinese embassy expressed dissatisfaction with what it termed as false claims, underscoring that Chinese nationals are required to adhere to…
African Union Reaffirms Somalia’s Unity, Condemns Foreign Interference in Sudan
AU peace and security council rejects North Western State of Somalia recognition, reaffirms Somalia’s territorial integrity, condemns external meddling in Sudan
The African Union’s Peace and Security Council on Thursday reaffirmed Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, rejected any recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state, and condemned external interference fueling Sudan’s war, following a ministerial-level meeting in Addis Ababa.
In a strongly worded communique, the council said it…
Opposition Warns of Power Shift in Namibia’s Contested Oil Bill
Opposition parties in Namibia on Thursday united in opposing a petroleum amendment bill that would transfer regulatory authority over oil and gas from the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy to the Presidency, saying the move risks political interference, corruption and weakened parliamentary oversight.
The bill, tabled in the National Assembly by Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse, has prompted an acrimonious debate as lawmakers weigh whether control of the country’s hydrocarbon sector should be…
Namibia Opposition Warns of Power Shift from Controversial Oil Bill
Opposition parties in the National Assembly have united to reject a petroleum amendment bill that would transfer oil and gas regulatory authority from the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy to the President, saying the change risks political interference, corruption and weakened parliamentary oversight.
The move, tabled by Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse, prompted sharp objections from a cross-section of opposition groups. The Affirmative Repositioning movement, the National Unity Democratic…
Court Rules Ex-Liberian Finance Minister Has No Immunity
Supreme Court Ruling Clears Path for Corruption Trial in Liberia
The Supreme Court of Liberia has ruled that former Finance Minister Samuel Tweah and several other former officials are not shielded from prosecution by claims of national security. This landmark decision effectively removes a major legal obstacle that had temporarily stalled one of the country's most politically sensitive corruption trials.
The case centers around the former officials' assertion that those serving on or alongside the National Security…
Opposition: Ex-leaders barred from airport meeting; government cites security breach
Somali opposition says ex-president, ex-PM blocked from Mogadishu airport meeting; government cites security breach
Friday, Feb. 13, 2026
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s opposition-aligned Somali Future Council on Friday accused security forces of preventing former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Rooble from entering Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport to attend a scheduled political meeting, escalating tensions ahead of anticipated talks with the federal government.
In a…