Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is gearing up to travel to the land of the Pharaohs, Egypt. This isn't just a casual sightseeing tour but a diplomatic mission designed to mend fences and forge pathways for collaboration, particularly following a groundbreaking pact with Ethiopia. According to whispers traveling through the diplomatic grapevine, as reported by Axadle, Mohamud's Egyptian sojourn comes hot on the heels of a diplomatic entente with Ethiopia. It seems Cairo wasn't all smiles…

Mogadishu (AX) — Picture this: A sprawling, vibrant city buzzing with the latest political drama. Set the scene: the Union for Peace and Development (UPD) party, led by the charismatic and sometimes controversial Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is stepping boldly into the ring to back a fresh and promising registration process for new political organizations. Their endorsement comes quicker than a cat on a caffeine boost, sparking a heated debate and ruffling feathers, particularly in the rocky terrains of…

In an unexpected twist better fitted to the pages of a suspense novel, a suspect along with a vehicle harboring no less than 50 bags of illicit sugar was apprehended in the once quiet town of Garissa. The escapade unfolded like a classic cat-and-mouse chase, with the suspect initially outsmarting local authorities but eventually running out of luck. Rumors danced through the air long before law enforcement made their move. Whispers of contraband crept across the city—like shadows in the wind, elusive yet palpable. The…

In the heart of Garowe, like an unexpected tempest, tragedy struck as at least thirteen valiant Northeastern State soldiers met their end, and upwards of seven others were left nursing injuries following a landmine detonation cloaked in the dust of the Habley area within the Bari region. This sorrowful event unfolded on a seemingly mundane Monday. Picture this: a troop-laden military vehicle, each soldier steadfast in their commitment to rooting out insidious threats, found itself ambushed by a clandestine enemy, concealed…

NAIROBI, Kenya - In the swirling political landscape of the Horn of Africa, a recent development has been stirring the pot. Ahmed Islam Mohamed Madobe, the head honcho of Jubaland, took a rather bold and unannounced trip to Kenya. This little escapade has caused quite the stir within Villa Somalia, the political heart of the country, and now there's a storm a-brewing. Word on the street is that Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has found himself in a bit of a pickle with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. They can't seem to see…

Mogadishu (AX) - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Somalia has once again taken center stage, highlighting its resolve for international diplomacy. At the helm of this diplomatic journey is Ahmed Moallim Fiqi Ahmed, who praised the newfound ceasefire orchestrated by an unlikely coalition—Qatar, Egypt, and the United States. During an impassioned speech given at UN Headquarters, there's more than just routine platitudes; there's a nation standing firm on its principles. At the Security Council’s 9841st…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a charged statement that echoes a stormy sea of political discontent, former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has thrown down the gauntlet to the current leadership. He lambasts their decision to plough ahead with constitutional modifications and an electoral process that seemingly snubs Northeastern State, Jubaland, and other pivotal political players. If the national unity of Somalia were likened to a patchwork quilt, these actions, according to Farmaajo, threaten to rip it asunder,…

Jubaland: Aid Denial Sparks Accusations of Political Machinations KISMAYO, Somalia — Like an age-old tale of conflict, the humanitarian landscape in Somalia takes another twist in the political saga. The somber city of Kismayo, nestled on the Indian Ocean, became the stage where Jubaland’s Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Abdirahman Mohamed, lamented about the love-hate tango between aid and politics. The Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) stands accused by Mohamed of never having sent humanitarian…

Ugandan Officers in Hot Water Over Helicopter Mishap in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia - It seems that the storms aren't just in the air as three Ugandan People's Defence Forces (UPDF) officers find themselves caught up in legal turbulence. Following the unfortunate helicopter crash in September 2024, these officers have been accused of negligence by a military court-martial. The ill-fated aircraft was tasked with shuttling troops from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia…

On a brisk January 20, 2025, the grand stage is set at the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., where U.S. President Donald Trump gears up to retake his oath of office. As he stands amid the echo of history, bathed in the wintry sunlight, he dons the mantle of leadership for a second term. The air thrums with a palpable energy; this moment promises changes that will ripple across America and beyond. With the solemnity fitting the occasion, Trump proclaims, "I, Donald John Trump, do solemnly swear that I will…