Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia (Kaab TV) – In the ever-tumultuous world of Somali politics, a new controversy has erupted as the Himilo Qaran Party, under the guidance of ex-President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, expressed strong disapproval towards President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's recent maneuvers. The party accused Mohamud of unlawfully extending his presidential mandate and pushing some Federal Member States into a corner to gain their compliance. This influential political group from Mogadishu warned that such breaches of the…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE): After a month-long series of informal talks, the National Consultative Council wrapped up its meetings without the involvement of leaders from Puntland and Jubbaland. President Mohamud’s office shared its strategy to set up a new federal electoral committee under the federal government’s wing, despite the absence of a full agreement among all regional states. Talk about stepping into muddy waters without a paddle. The brief, two-page communiqué was released after a summit in Mogadishu, attended…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) – Following accusations of human trafficking and suspected ties to terrorism, two high-ranking Somali officials responsible for overseeing security and immigration at Mogadishu's airport were ousted on Thursday, as reported by informed police insiders. The newly appointed police chief, General Asad Osman, relieved Ahmed Said Mohamed, the head honcho of Somali immigration, and Abdifatah Bashir Ali, the security boss of Mogadishu Airport, from their posts. It's under scrutiny that Ali, who…

Iqra Ismail, the former leader of Somalia’s women's squad in 2019, was barred from participating due to her choice of attire aligning with her spiritual convictions. (Instagram: coachiqra) LONDON, UK (AX) — A heartfelt apology has been issued by the Football Association of England to Iqra Ismail, a British-Somali footballer, after she was denied the chance to play in a Greater London Women’s Football League (GLWFL) match. The reason? Her decision to don tracksuit bottoms instead of the league-mandated shorts, as a reflection…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a bold move, the Somali National Army (SNA) on the frontlines took direct aim at a high-ranking assembly of Al-Shabaab insurgents this Tuesday, according to official sources. Senior military sources reported that the army attacked an Al-Shabaab gathering in Caad village, nestled within Mudug. This strike resulted in the immediate demise of three militants and inflicted severe wounds on two others. The agenda of this meeting remains a mystery. Such high-stakes meetings typically delve into the group’s…

Somalia Sends Ethiopian Diplomat Packing as Regional Strain Escalates MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a swift diplomatic move, Somalia has declared an Ethiopian envoy "persona non grata" due to his reportedly antagonistic actions against Somali authorities. The envoy has been given a tight three-day window to leave the nation, or face deportation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has accused Ali Mohamed Adan of behavior "inconsistent with his diplomatic obligations." Adan, who held the position of Consular II at the Ethiopian…

Mogadishu (AX) — The resurgence of pirate activity in the Indian Ocean alongside a surge of armed robberies in the Singapore Strait has reignited international apprehension regarding maritime safety. These notorious acts now pose a renewed threat to crucial global shipping avenues. Alerts from the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) and the Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP ISC) have startled ship operators. They advised boosting ship defenses in these…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - The forthcoming oil and gas explorations in Somalia promise to transform the country's economic landscape, according to Alparslan Bayraktar, the Turkish Energy Minister. He emphasized the huge advantages awaiting Somalia once this ambitious endeavor reaches its fruition. Alparslan shared his vision for the future, predicting that numerous international corporations will jump on board, significantly invigorating Somalia's economy, which has faced formidable challenges for over thirty years. The…

Why the UN isn't Dropping Boots in Sudan Anytime Soon NAIROBI, Kenya - The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has voiced concerns over the viability of dispatching UN Forces to Sudan. He has implored the Security Council to safeguard civilians amidst the turmoil. The UN Security Council has the heavy task of deciding when and where to send peacekeeping forces. However, they haven't made a move in five years as the conflict heats up in the Horn of Africa. "Sudan's people are enduring horrendous…

In July 2019, as Abdullah was nearing the end of his two-year pilot training in the Philippines, he found himself in hot water with local authorities, getting pinched on a range of charges. Fast forward to December 2020, and he was handed over to U.S. authorities who had terrorism accusations lined up against him. The prosecutor revealed that before heading to the Philippines in 2017 for extensive pilot training, Abdullah had undergone lessons in explosives and stealth operations to keep under the radar. "While…