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NISA Detains Two Individuals Linked to Murder of Mogadishu Entrepreneurs
Mogadishu (AX) — The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) of Somalia has taken two individuals into custody suspected of being responsible for the slaying of two entrepreneurs in Darussalam, a district in Mogadishu.On Wednesday, a NISA spokesperson released a statement indicating that the arrested pair are connected to the deaths of notable businessmen Hilowle Ibrahim and Ahmed Samatar Ali. They added that a third person suspected of involvement is currently at large and actively being hunted by…
Three Somali Troops Lose Their Lives in a Deyniile Landmine Blast
Mogadishu (AX) — A tragic explosion shook the Deyniile district in Mogadishu on Tuesday night, claiming the lives of at least three Somali government soldiers, according to intel from military insiders.
The landmine detonated beneath a vehicle transporting troops from the 77th military battalion, a unit stationed at the Urur Howled camp in Deyniile.
As of now, there's radio silence from the Deyniile district's administration and local security forces—they haven't divulged any details or issued official statements about…
UPDF Leaders Convene to Enhance Somalia Mission Plan
Top brass of the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) recently converged at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO-TC) in Singo. Their mission? To unpack strategies and beef up the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) with fresh insights and tactical savvy.
This powwow, taking place over four intense days, is dubbed the “Lessons Learned” workshop. Its goal is to amplify UPDF’s victories in bringing stability to Somalia, while also tackling the uphill battles still on the horizon.…
Houthis Target US Warships Near Yemen with Missile and Drone Strikes
SANAA, Yemen — "On Tuesday, Iran's Houthi allies unleashed a barrage of missiles and drones aiming at U.S. navy ships sailing in the Red Sea close to Yemen," stated a Pentagon representative.
In a brazen display of force, eight drones, five ballistic missiles, and three cruise missiles homed in on the USS Stockdale and USS Spruance as they journeyed through Bab al-Mandeb strait.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) personnel managed to fend off the onslaught successfully. No damage occurred, and all…
North Western State of Somalia Kicks Off Presidential Election with Polls Now Open
Polling places in North Western State of Somalia, a self-declared republic, swung open wide for a crucial presidential election. This slice of the Horn of Africa is making headlines as residents cast their votes to decide who will steer the ship for the next half-decade.
The incumbent boss, President Muse Bihi Abdi from the Kulmiye party, hopes to stick around. However, he's got some serious competition breathing down his neck. There's Abdirahman Irro, frontman for the main opposition crew, Waddani, and not to be outdone,…
Historic North Western State of Somalia Vote: Citizens Flock to Polls to Choose New Leaders
North Western State of Somalia Votes: A Crucial Turning Point in Leadership Selection
Hargeisa (Axadle) – In a much-talked-about election, citizens of North Western State of Somalia are making their way to the polls today, eager to choose their leader for the next half-decade. The presidential showdown features a trio of heavy hitters: current President Muse Bihi from the Kulmiye Party, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi “Cirro” representing the Waddani Party, and Faisal Ali Warabe of the UCID Party.
In tandem with the…
Over a Million Voters Flock to Cast Their Ballots in North Western State of Somalia’s Presidential and Parliamentary Elections
Hargeisa (AX) — A staggering one million-plus voters in the self-proclaimed Republic of North Western State of Somalia turned out early on a Wednesday morning to participate in presidential and parliamentary elections, catching the eye of both local and international onlookers.The current head honcho, President Muse Bihi Abdi of the ruling Kulmiye party, faces competition from Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro of the Waddani party and Faisal Ali Warabe from UCID. Bihi, who has been captaining the ship since 2017, recently…
Trump Designates Elon Musk to Head New Government Efficiency Department
Trump Taps Elon Musk to Spearhead New Efficiency Initiative in Government
Washington (AX) – In a surprising move, President-elect Donald Trump unveiled a fresh Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E) and tapped entrepreneur Elon Musk, along with conservative leader Vivek Ramaswamy, to spearhead the organization's mission to trim down federal expenses and slash bureaucratic red tape.
Aiming to usher in a wave of meaningful transformation across federal bodies, Trump remarked, "This new department is a powerful vehicle…
Ethiopian Employees Escape Galgaduud Following Deadly Incident Involving Two Citizens
Mogadishu (AX) — In a shocking incident in Guriel, a town in the Galgaduud region of Somalia, two Ethiopian nationals lost their lives on Monday. It all started with a clash reportedly involving an individual clad in the uniform of the Somali federal forces, which has triggered a wave of fear and prompted many Ethiopian workers to flee the area.
Eyewitnesses recounted that one of the Ethiopian men was shot dead on the spot, while the other, severely wounded, succumbed later in the day. This violent episode has stirred…
Amid Political Turmoil, Somali Politicians and Journalists Face Social Media Restrictions
Facebook Crackdown in Somalia Draws Heat Amid Political Friction
MOGADISHU, Somalia — In an eyebrow-raising move, Somalia's political air gets thicker as Facebook suspends accounts of local political mavens and vocal scribes who've been blowing raspberries at the Federal Government. This social media surge coincides with simmering political strains in the country.
Word on the street, delivered by Axadle, points to a curious exemption: supporters of the Federal Government, including those yapping for Villa Somalia, didn't…