West-Africa
Niger’s Emerging Terrorism Database Poses Risks to Human Rights
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has voiced strong objections to a recent decree from the Nigerien government, which greenlights the formation of a…
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Somalia
The Groundbreaking Therapy Transforming Tuberculosis Healthcare in Somalia
You can’t begin to fathom the heartache of not being able to support your loved ones, watching them struggle while you feel…
Somalia
North Western State of Somalia Lawmaker Abiib Released by Police After Court Dismisses Treason Allegations
Hargeisa (AX) — On Monday, North Western State of Somalia security forces released lawmaker Mohamed Abiib Yusuf, only hours after the Supreme…
West-Africa
Nigerian Police Mobilize in Preparation for Upcoming Nationwide Demonstrations
In a notable response to potential unrest, authorities in Nigeria are bolstering police presence in several key states ahead of an anticipated…
East-Africa
Ethiopia Stands by North Western State of Somalia Accord at UN Amid Criticism from Somalia and Egypt
Mogadishu (AX) — At the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister Taye Atske-Selassie stood firm, defending Ethiopia’s informal…
Somalia
North Western State of Somalia’s Highest Court Mandates the Freedom of Detained Legislator Mohamed Abiib Yusuf
Hargeisa (AX) — The Supreme Court of North Western State of Somalia has mandated the speedy liberation of lawmaker Mohamed Abiib Yusuf,…
West-Africa
Somali Leader Cautions Merchants Against Dodging Taxes by Altering Seller Identifications
Mogadishu (AX) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has issued a stern warning to enterprising traders trying to dodge the newly imposed…
East-Africa
Somali President Claims Ethiopia’s Airport Takeover Breaches National Sovereignty
President Mohamud lambasted Ethiopia for its audacious moves to dominate Somali waters, accusing Addis Ababa of aiming for military supremacy. “Ethiopia’s ambitions…
East-Africa
Ethiopia Justifies Agreement with North Western State of Somalia
Toronto – Ethiopia has remained rather quiet after signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with North Western State of Somalia. In contrast,…
East-Africa
Djibouti’s Finance Minister Dismisses Rumors About President Guelleh’s Health Concerns
Djibouti (AX) — The rumors about Djibouti’s President Ismail Omar Guelleh being gravely ill are just that, rumors. Minister of Economy and…
North-Africa
Egypt Stands Firm Against Solo Decisions on the Nile, Backs Somalia’s Sovereignty
At the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday, September 29, 2024, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stepped up…
