East-Africa
Somalia clarifies Western Sahara stance amid reports of unofficial statements
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government moved to clarify its position on the Western Sahara dispute, saying statements circulating in media…
Somalia
Somalia news, politics, security, diplomacy, and public affairs from Axadle, with breaking updates and analysis from Mogadishu and across the country.
Central-Africa
Somalis condemn Trump’s insults, but some say he spoke the truth
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalis reacted with anger and disbelief Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump described Somalis as “garbage” and…
North-Africa
Somali President Accepts Credentials of Eight Newly Appointed Ambassadors
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Wednesday accepted the credentials of eight newly appointed ambassadors, signaling renewed…
Somalia
Somali Election Commission Warns Banadir Districts: Ensure Free Campaigning, Smooth Voter Card Distribution
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s Independent National Electoral Commission on Thursday issued a formal warning to district administrations across the Banadir…
Somalia
NIRA Extends Free National ID Registration Deadline to January 31, 2026
MOGADISHU, Somalia — The Somali National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has extended the free period for obtaining the National…
Somalia
Air raid on Sudan school and hospital kills 79 amid escalating conflict
NAIROBI — At least 79 people, including 43 children, were killed when a drone strike hit a school, a hospital…
East-Africa
North Western State of Somalia President Cancels Xeer Ciise Book Launch After Deadly Borama Protests
Saturday December 6, 2025 Borama, North Western State of Somalia — North Western State of Somalia President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi…
Somalia
Somalia’s President Arrives in Doha for High-Level Talks at Doha Forum
DOHA, Qatar — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Doha on Friday to attend the Doha Forum, a global…
Somalia
North Western State of Somalia President Irro Appeals for Calm After Deadly Boorama Unrest
HARGEISA, Somalia — North Western State of Somalia President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, widely known as Irro, appealed for calm Friday…
Somalia
Trump’s ‘garbage’ remark sparks disappointment and backlash across Somalia
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — After vowing this week to cut down on immigration from “third world countries” in response to…
East-Africa
North Western State of Somalia lawmaker alleges security forces intentionally shot civilians in Borama
North Western State of Somalia MP accuses security forces of shooting civilians as Borama unrest leaves at least 10 dead…
