Somalia

Silanyo's Passing Leaves a Mark as North Western State of Somalia Awaits Election Outcome HARGEISA, Somalia - Revered Somali leader and former head of the autonomous region of North Western State of Somalia, Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud, affectionately dubbed Silanyo, has departed this life on Friday. His family confirmed the news, signaling the close of a chapter for a figure known for his pivotal reforms. Silanyo, who reached a venerable 85 years, often found himself in and out of hospitals in Hargeisa, the region’s seat of…

In a chilling demonstration of control, the militant group Al-Shabab executed two young men in a remote village not far from Janale—roughly a stone's throw, or, to put it more precisely, about 90 kilometers, southwest of Mogadishu. On a rather somber Friday, eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing scene, which took place in Busley Daoud. This locale, firmly in the grip of Al-Shabab, witnessed this grim spectacle, the group’s message delivered with the brute force of gunfire. Busley Daoud's central square became the stage for…

FILE PHOTO Mogadishu (AX) — On a sunny Saturday, word got out that the Somali federal government had ramped up its military presence in the El-Wak district, nestled in the Gedo region. The tension with Jubbaland President Ahmed Madobe has simmered without resolution, leading to this decisive move, insiders confirmed. Swooping in like a determined flock, troops from the Somali National Army’s 43rd Division have dug in, readying themselves for upcoming clashes against the ever-persistent al-Shabab insurgents spread across…

Lee Carsley’s big move sure did the trick this time.England's temporary coach made waves by starting the Nations League game against Greece with captain Harry Kane watching from the bench. It was a gutsy decision that paid off handsomely, as the youthful squad cruised to a 3-0 triumph in Athens.Contrast that with the defeat a month earlier when Carsley rolled the dice by fielding a team without a recognized striker due to Kane's injury. Packed with midfielders, England ended up losing 2-1 to Greece at Wembley. Ouch.Carsley…

In the sun-scorched stretches of Kenya's Dadaab refugee camp, many Somali families have sought shelter, not only from the turbulence of war but also from the ever-encroaching shadows of climate change. This narrative crafts a tapestry of human resilience, reflecting lives uprooted and rebuilt under the blistering African sun. Originally opened in 1991, Dadaab became a sanctuary for those escaping Somalia's civil war. However, recent years have seen another wave—a flood of climate migrants. Monumental droughts, compounded by…

"Al-Shabaab will meet its match and lose," says Ethiopia, pledging ongoing efforts to neutralize the group's influence. The country remains unswerving in its mission to protect its borders and preserve the progress made so far. In a weekly press gathering on November 14, 2024, Ambassador Nebiat Getachew, who speaks on behalf of Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underscored Ethiopia's significant role in weakening al-Shabaab’s impact across the region. “We won't take our foot off the pedal,” Getachew declared,…

Hargeisa (AX) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ethiopia has showered North Western State of Somalia with accolades for pulling off a peaceful and democratic presidential election. Such a move, they say, underscores the region's evolving political finesse.Dropping a Friday announcement, the Ministry tipped its hat to North Western State of Somalia's National Electoral Commission (NEC) for orchestrating an election that was both free and fair. "This electoral process showcases the sophistication of North Western State of…

Ethiopia recently called in Sudan's ambassador for a stern chat over rather fiery remarks made by Sudan’s acting foreign minister. During a lively television interview, Ali Youssif hinted at the possibility of siding with Egypt and potentially going to war with Ethiopia if the talks around the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) hit a stalemate. Ethiopia's foreign ministry didn't take too kindly to Youssif's comments. They expressed their "displeasure" to Ambassador Al-Zein Ibrahim, while underlining their dedication to…

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia, known as ATMIS, has recently turned over a significant forward operating base to the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF), marking a pivotal step in their mission's phased withdrawal. This handover, which took place on Thursday, saw the Burgavo Forward Operating Base change hands, wrapping up the third phase in ATMIS's drawdown strategy. Stationed on the southern coast of Somalia, 530 kilometers from Mogadishu, the Burgavo base, previously controlled by Kenya’s Defense Forces…

Baku, Azerbaijan (AX) — In a landmark move, Somalia's Ambassador Khadija Al-Makhzoumi, who serves as the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, entered into an agreement with the Global Center for Climate Mobility on Thursday. This collaboration is aimed at supporting communities in Somalia that are particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Taking place in the vibrant city of Baku, Azerbaijan, the alliance seeks to bolster Somalia's efforts in climate adaptation. The primary focus is on advancing…