Eye on Africa

Turkish authorities stationed in Mogadishu's military base in Somalia have confirmed the delivery of food assistance to the families of two wounded soldiers from the Gorgor Unit. These soldiers are currently hospitalized at the Recep Tayyip Erdogan Training and Research Hospital for treatment. The aid was distributed to aid the families of the injured soldiers and to show continuous support for them, officials stressed. Furthermore, it was mentioned that the assistance was aimed at backing the military personnel actively…

Kismayo (AX) - Police in Jubbaland State apprehended four individuals believed to be pirates, who were allegedly plotting to target ships in Somali waters following a security operation near Kismayo town. The operation occurred around 70 km south of Kismayo, the temporary capital of Jubbaland State, with two suspects managing to flee. Major Sadiq Mohamud, the commander of the police department in Lower Jubba, disclosed that they have identified individuals involved in funding piracy activities within Jubbaland. He mentioned…

Nairobi - High-ranking officials from Somalia and Kenya are currently participating in the Kenya-Somalia Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) meeting in Kenya, scheduled to run from May 3 to May 6, 2024. Leading the Somali delegation is Mohamed Fatir, the Director of Africa at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, along with Ambassador Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle, who serves as the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to Kenya. The conference is divided into two parts: the joint technical…

Nairobi - The leader of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party, Raila Odinga, has faced a significant setback in his quest for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship. How many countries belong to the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation? The former prime minister is up against tough competition from Somalia's candidate, Fawzia Yusuf Adam. In a recent update, Somalia's Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, revealed that the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has pledged support for Somalia’s nomination…

Dr. M. Omar Hashi Sunday May 5, 2024 Galmudug State serves as the heart and soul of Somalia, housing diverse and influential clan lineages like the Hawiye, Dir, Darood, and Madhibaan. It stands out as the epicenter of Somali history, brimming with potential. In 2024, Galmudug emerges as a hub for oil and gas exploration, led by the Somali Federal Government and Coastline Exploration. Additionally, Uranium deposits await extraction pending final profit-sharing agreements. Despite promising prospects, Galmudug faces…

In Garowe (AX), the British Envoy to Somalia, Mike Nithavrianakis, engaged with the chief of Puntland, Said Abdullahi Deni, delving into key matters like the overhaul of the nation's constitution. In their discussion, the Envoy and local authorities deliberated on the UK's collaboration with Puntland, stressing the significance of open dialogue on crucial topics such as constitutional restructuring and ways to bolster economic development in the area. As a partner of Somalia on the global stage, the UK administration aims…

HARGEISA, Somalia - The North Western of Somalia regional military refutes claims of switching alliances with international allies, particularly from Western nations to the Communist government in China, which has been expanding its influence in Somalia's breakaway region. Over the past three decades, North Western of Somalia has been advocating for global recognition, despite the international community insisting that it is part of Somalia. Nonetheless, the region operates independently with its own Central Bank. Abdirahman…

In Mogadishu, the Somali government's Criminal Investigation Department has released ten suspects linked to the killing of a man from the Somali Civil Aviation Authority. After a joint investigation by Somali forensic experts and Turkish Police Forensic Laboratory, it was found that the suspects had no connection to the murder. The deceased, Nasir Muse Abdirahman, also known as Dahable, was 32 years old when his body was discovered by Mogadishu police at his residence in El-Qalow village, located in the Wadajir district, in…

Rwanda refuted claims from the US that its troops were linked to a fatal assault in a camp for displaced people near Goma, Congo. The violence stems from a prolonged dispute between Kigali, M23 rebels, an armed Hutu group, and the Congolese military over mineral resources. Distel Zola, a World Food Programme envoy, discussed the group's efforts in Goma with FRANCE 24.

During a recent visit to Gambia, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met with Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia Salah Ahmed Jama. The two officials discussed their satisfaction with the current level of cooperation in international organizations like the UN, Non-Aligned Movement, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. Minister Bayramov highlighted Azerbaijan's efforts to strengthen ties with African nations during its chairmanship of the Non-Aligned Movement. The importance of mutual support for candidates and…