Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - On Sunday, Somalia's National Consultative Council (NCC) resumed, hoping to pacify the ripples between President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and regional leaders, triggered by debates on extending term limits and elections post-2026. The gathering, initially set for Saturday, October 26, was postponed, and the absence of Jubaland's head, Ahmed Mohamed Islan (Ahmed Madobe), was notable as Villa Somalia couldn’t bring him on board.  Puntland's leader, Said Abdullahi Deni, also gave the NCC a miss,…

“Kenya must never again tread the path of division and tribal politics,” declared President William Ruto.At the Turkana Tourism and Cultural Festival in Lodwar, he passionately asserted his commitment to unite the nation. With determination, he highlighted how his diverse Cabinet was a deliberate step towards fostering unity among all Kenyans, regardless of party affiliations or ethnic roots.“We shun tribal and exclusionary politics. Our aim is a unified, flourishing Kenya for everyone,” he proclaimed.Tobong’u Lore, now in…

Teacher’s Triumph in North Western State of Somalia: SOLTA Gets the Green Light HARGEISA, North Western State of Somalia (AXADLE) - In an exciting breakthrough, the Ministry of Education and Science in North Western State of Somalia has officially recognized the North Western State of Somalia Teachers' Association (SOLTA), ushering in a new era for educators and academic advancement in the area. On September 30, 2024, an endorsement came from Dr. Ahmed Aden Buhane, the Minister of Education and Science. This nod gives…

On a dazzling Saturday night at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, FC Barcelona delivered a masterclass in football, trouncing Real Madrid with a 4-0 victory. "Robert Lewandowski had a day to remember, netting not once but twice, while Lamine Yamal and Raphinha also found their scoring boots," chimed in the exuberant commentator.This triumphant win propels Barça six points ahead of Real Madrid atop the La Liga standings. Meanwhile, Madrid saw their 42-game unbeaten streak come to an abrupt halt, falling just shy of Barcelona's own…

JOHANNESBURG - South Africa and Somalia have vehemently denounced Israel's recent assault on Iran, asserting that it endangers regional stability. In a late Saturday statement, the South African Foreign Ministry remarked, "This strike is an intolerable breach of Iran's sovereignty." The ministry added that alongside the atrocities in Gaza, Israel’s relentless attacks on Lebanon and its ongoing annexation of the West Bank have cultivated a dire humanitarian catastrophe in the Middle East. The call for an immediate…

FILE - The Federal Minister of Oil of Somalia, Abdirizak Omar Mohamed (left), and Northeastern State's Minister of State for Presidential Affairs, Abdifitah Mohamed Nur (right), stand amid a bubbling row over oil exploration rights in Northeastern State.Mogadishu (AX) — Northeastern State officials have flat-out tossed aside accusations from the Federal Minister of Oil that the area's ruling brass is throwing a wrench in federal oil plans. This kerfuffle has turned up the heat between Northeastern State and Mogadishu,…

Kenya: Farewell to Eastleigh Women Following Tragic Loss NAIROBI, Kenya - In a scene heavy with grief, Lang'ata Cemetery in Nairobi saw the final farewell of three women who met a tragic fate after being kidnapped and later murdered. The burial took place on Friday with an urgent call from community leaders for swift justice and clarity regarding their abrupt passing. The departed souls, Waris Daud, Nuseiba Dahir, and Amina Abdirashid, were interred amidst the presence of sorrowful relatives, close friends, Islamic…

NAIROBI, Kenya - Turkey's plunge into oil exploration off the Somali coast has stirred profound schisms in the country. An archaic map dusted off with controversial revisions now intensifies jitters in this fragile region, where internal strife and external pressures persistently choreograph a clunky ballet of development and turmoil. Voicing his concerns, Abdi Farah Juxa, Northeastern State's top honcho for Interior Affairs, carpeted the use of this map during the grand debut of a Turkish research vessel. "After three…

Mogadishu (AX) — On a pivotal Sunday, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud threw open the doors to the National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting at the grand presidential palace. The gathering aims to delve into pivotal issues: security, the path of nation-building, and the ever-critical subject of elections. As the meeting reconvened, it was against the backdrop of rocky relations between the federal government and regional powers. Leaders from Northeastern State and Jubbaland were noticeably absent, choosing to remain on the…

Jubaland Boss Shuns Ruto's Request, Skips Somalia Election Overhaul Talks NAIROBI, Kenya - In a twist nobody saw coming, Jubaland's head honcho, Ahmed Madobe, has tossed out an overture from Kenya's top dog, President William Ruto. The proposal sought his backing for the National Consultative Council (NCC) powwow, a gathering accused of enabling shady term extensions. Madobe, known for clashing with the authorities in Mogadishu, reportedly got a special invite to Kenya, courtesy of Ruto. This tête-à-tête was prompted by…