Somalia
President Mohamud Arrives in Galkayo, Calls for Unity and Reconciliation
Galkayo (AX) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud received a warm welcome in Galkayo on Monday as his ongoing Galmudug tour focused…
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Somalia
Federal government says nearly 30 Al-Shabaab fighters killed in Baidoa attack
Civilians gather on a street after clashes between Somalia’s federal troops and armed opposition groups in Baidoa, Somalia, August 17, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer…
Somalia
AfCFTA Chief and FESTU Discuss Trade Unions’ Role in Somalia’s Free Trade Market Entry
Mogadishu (AX) — As Somalia prepares to enter Africa’s vast single market, the country’s national trade union federation is pressing for stronger…
Central-Africa
Ebola Outbreak Becomes Deadliest in DR Congo’s History
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak has become the country’s deadliest on record, with 2,325 deaths—surpassing the 2,299 fatalities…
Somalia
Pirates Seize Cargo Ship off Somalia Amid Renewed Maritime Attacks
This photograph released by the Indian Navy on January 29, 2024, shows an Iranian fishing vessel after its crew was freed by…
East-Africa
Zambia’s Hakainde Hichilema Secures Second Presidential Term
Hakainde Hichilema has secured a second five-year term as Zambia’s president, winning 60% of the vote and defeating his closest rival, Brian…
East-Africa
China, Japan Continue Pursuing Somali Pirates Amid Asia-Pacific Rivalry
A Kawasaki P-1 patrol aircraft has arrived at Japan’s military base in Djibouti for the first time, beginning anti-smuggling patrols off Somalia’s…
Somalia
Somalia to Begin Duty-Free Fish Exports to China Next Month
Mogadishu (AX) — Somali fish exporters are set to gain access to China next month under a new agreement granting the country’s…
Somalia
Puntland State’s Next Election Requires Building Key Institutions Before 2029
President Said Abdullahi Deni used a gathering in Galkacyo on 10 August 2026 to make a pledge that could define Puntland State‘s…
Somalia
Mogadishu Evictions Force Students Out of School, Prompting Calls for Urgent Policy Action
Mogadishu’s forced evictions have entered a second year, driving a displacement crisis that has disrupted the lives and education of thousands. Eighty-four…
Somalia
Turkey and Somalia’s Political Seat Raise Questions Requiring Answers
Saamaynta dowladaha shisheeye ayaa mar kale udub-dhexaad u noqotay doodda siyaasadeed ee Soomaaliya, iyadoo doorka Turkiga ee arrimaha gudaha dalka uu si…
