Somalia
Somali Prime Minister dismisses ministers who resigned over federal policies
Friday March 27, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia’s political fallout over constitutional changes deepened this week after Prime Minister Hamse…
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Somalia
Abdalla Samatalis sub-clan inaugurates new traditional leader in Mogadishu
Friday March 27, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) – With clan unity and local stability high on the agenda, Abdijamal Mohamed Ali…
East-Africa
Somali forces, AU troops kill 42 al-Shabaab fighters in Lower Shabelle
Friday March 27, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) – A fierce clash in southern Somalia left more than 40 al-Shabab militants dead…
East-Africa
Kenya considers military escorts for export ships bound for Middle East
by Frankline Oduor Thursday March 26, 2026 Kenya Navy officers conducting a joint maritime operation in the Western Indian Ocean, March…
West-Africa
Burkina Faso Prioritizes Cultural Identity in National AI Strategy
In a significant move towards enhancing its digital landscape, Burkina Faso is prioritizing local languages in its Artificial Intelligence development…
Somalia
Former Somali Custodial Corps commander dismissed, placed under house arrest
Thursday March 26, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — A sudden shake-up at the top of Somalia’s prison service has taken a…
West-Africa
Maiduguri Bombings Highlight Increasing Threats to Nigerian Citizens, Reports HRW
In a call to action, Human Rights Watch (HRW) is pressuring Nigerian officials to prioritize civilian safety in high-risk areas…
East-Africa
Tehran warns regional neighbour against occupying Iranian island
Thursday March 26, 2026 A view of Iran’s Kharg Island, which hosts the country’s main crude export terminal, and which…
East-Africa
Kenyan forces kill two suspected Al-Shabab militants near Somalia border
Thursday March 26, 2026 Nairobi (AX) — An intelligence-driven security operation near Kenya’s border with Somalia left two suspected al-Shabab…
East-Africa
15 Zimbabweans Killed in Trafficking Scheme Linked to Russia-Ukraine War
At least 15 Zimbabweans have been killed in the Russia-Ukraine war after being deceived into joining foreign militaries, a development…
Somalia
Bakaara market traders protest alleged government plan to sell market land
Thursday March 26, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Tensions flared at Mogadishu’s Bakaara Market on Wednesday as hundreds of traders poured…
