Somalia
Clan clashes in Beledhawo, Somalia leave at least seven dead
MOGADISHU — At least 10 people were killed in a series of attacks in Beledhawo town in Somalia’s Gedo region over the…
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East-Africa
Aden Duale denies Kenya will share personal medical records with US
Kenya will not share citizens’ personal medical records with the United States under the new Kenya–US Health Cooperation Framework, Health Cabinet Secretary…
Southern-Africa
Eleven Dead After Gunmen Storm South African Hostel
At least 11 people, including a 3-year-old child, a 12-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl, were killed and 14 others wounded when…
East-Africa
Somalia’s Poets Keep Storytelling Alive and Champion Peace
MOGADISHU, Somalia — In the shadow of sandbagged checkpoints and concrete blast walls, the National Theater sits like a survivor. Years after…
West-Africa
Nigerian Authorities Successfully Rescue 100 Kidnapped Children
Release of Abducted Schoolchildren in Niger State: A Fragile Victory Nigerian authorities announced that they have successfully secured the release of 100…
East-Africa
Puntland State President condemns Borama crackdown, urges talks instead of force
GAROWE, Somalia — Puntland State President Said Abdullahi Deni has offered condolences to families of those killed in days of violent protests…
East-Africa
North Western State of Somalia denies reports of talks with Somalia, accuses Mogadishu of interference
HARGEISA, North Western State of Somalia — North Western State of Somalia authorities on Sunday rejected claims from Somalia’s federal government that…
West-Africa
West African Alliance Sends Forces to Aid Benin
ECOWAS Deploys Forces Following Failed Coup Attempt in Benin West African regional group ECOWAS has announced the deployment of forces to Benin…
West-Africa
Nigeria Achieves Liberation of 100 Kidnapped Individuals
Mass Abduction of Students in Nigeria A tragic event unfolded in Nigeria, highlighting ongoing security issues. The recent mass abduction of students…
West-Africa
Benin’s President Announces Successful Prevention of Coup Attempt
Benin Thwarts Coup Attempt: President Talon Stays in Power In a dramatic sequence of events, Benin’s President Patrice Talon announced the thwarting…
Somalia
There’s a Term for Trump’s So-Called ‘Garbage’ Politics
Opinion: Trump’s “garbage” slur against Somali Americans shows how fascist politics take root President Donald Trump’s latest attack on Somali Americans —…
