Somalia news, politics, security, diplomacy, and public affairs from Axadle, with breaking updates and analysis from Mogadishu and across the country.
On October 18, 2024, Amun Abdullahi, a remarkable journalist aged 49, lost her life in Afgoye, Somalia, under tragic circumstances. The International…
Kismayo (AX) — A cohort of more than 30 Somali lawmakers recently convened in Kismayo for a pivotal meeting orchestrated by Jubbaland’s…
The bustling city of Mogadishu recently witnessed a significant diplomatic rendezvous at its Ministry of Foreign Affairs. On Thursday, Somali Foreign Minister…
Commitment to Education by Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir In a pivotal move, Somalia’s Education Minister, Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir, is spearheading efforts to uplift…
This past Sunday, a mortar attack rocked a military base in central Mogadishu, frequented by officials from the African Union (AU), United…
The diplomatic climate between Somalia and Ethiopia has turned icy since early 2024. This fracas, largely driven by each nation’s jostling for…
In the intense tapestry of Somalia’s ongoing struggle against al-Shabab, recent clashes have painted a stark picture of both victories and the…
By Abdalle Mumin As the world fixates on Baku, Azerbaijan for COP29, we’re grappling with an ever-worsening climate crisis. This isn’t just…
The IPI Global Network stands firm in its denunciation of the tragic killing of Amun Abdullahi Mohamed, a respected Somali-Swedish journalist, on…
In the bustling city of Mogadishu, a storm brews over the press’s freedom, stirring deep concerns within the journalist community. The Somali…
Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia is on the cusp of a historic milestone. Preparing for its first direct elections in over half a…
