Somalia news, politics, security, diplomacy, and public affairs from Axadle, with breaking updates and analysis from Mogadishu and across the country.
Somalia’s foreign relations are being driven by a mix of security cooperation, maritime and counter-terrorism support, and efforts to manage regional tensions.…
BAIDOA, Somalia — A high-stakes vote in Somalia’s South West State is drawing close attention in Baidoa, where critics say the opposition’s…
Wednesday June 10, 2026 Baidoa (AX) — Southwest State is set to choose its next president on Wednesday in Baidoa, as authorities…
Wednesday June 10, 2026 Istanbul (AX) — What was meant to be a landmark moment for Somali football ended in disappointment on…
By Ali HarbTuesday June 9, 2026 Referee Omar Artan signals a penalty during the CAF Champions League final in in Rabat, Morocco,…
“I was Questioned for 11 Hours”: Somali Referee Omar Artan Speaks Out After U.S. Entry Denial MIAMI, June 9, 2026 – What…
Tuesday June 9, 2026 U.S. authorities over the weekend barred Somali soccer referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan from entering the country, derailing plans…
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Turkey’s effort to mediate Somalia’s political deadlock has run into fresh resistance, with technical disputes and widening foreign pressure…
Tuesday June 9, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia’s Ministry of Youth and Sports voiced deep regret Tuesday after Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir…
Tuesday June 9, 2026 The United States has denied entry to Somali referee Omar Artan, blocking him from traveling to officiate at…
Tuesday June 9, 2026 Baidoa (AX) — Concerns over secrecy at the ballot box and outside interference surfaced on Monday as two…
