Somalia news, politics, security, diplomacy, and public affairs from Axadle, with breaking updates and analysis from Mogadishu and across the country.
KISMAYO, Somalia (AXADLE) – On a notable Saturday, Jubbaland’s leader, Ahmed Madobe, took a decisive step by naming seven individuals to spearhead…
In Kismayo, Jubbaland State’s big cheese, Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe, pulled a surprise move by announcing a brand-new, seven-member Independent Election Committee…
Understanding the impact of a Trump presidency on Somalia isn’t a one-size-fits-all scenario. Like an intricately woven tapestry, the situation in Somalia…
Somalia has voiced its concerns to Germany over the idea of “compulsory” deportation of Somali nationals. On a Wednesday visit, Somali President…
Mogadishu (AX) — In the bustling city of Mogadishu, the interim committee established by the Somali parliament to formulate electoral laws and…
American Drone Takes a Nosedive in Somali Turf MOGADISHU, Somalia – Earlier this week, a U.S. military drone crashed in southern Somalia,…
Somalia Blocks Ethiopia from Joining New AU Mission, Citing Sovereignty Issues MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s Defense Ministry declared on Friday that Ethiopia…
The “Joint Border Administrators and Commissioners Meeting,” marking the 28th round of collaboration between Ethiopia and Djibouti, unfolded in the town of…
Somali Lawmakers Convene in Kismayo to Challenge Central Government’s Voting Proposals KISMAYO, Somalia — Over 30 legislators from across Somalia have assembled…
Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant move, the Somali government recently declared that Ethiopian forces would be sidelined from the forthcoming African…
MOGADISHU/BERLIN – In a recent development, Somalia has agreed to bring back 20 of its citizens who ran afoul of the law…
