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In a grand setting, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stepped up to address the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly on a bustling Tuesday, September 24, 2024. (AP Photo by Richard Drew) - AP Photo/Richard DrewWith considerable spotlight, President Erdogan participated in the send-off ceremony for Turkey’s energy research vessel, Oruc Reis. This month, the ship departed towards the Somali waters, bolstered by two Turkish naval ships.Somali Energy AccordThe Oruc Reis deployment emerges from an energy…

Presently in North Darfur, particularly around El Fasher, about 2.8 million souls are cornered with scant chances of retreat or aid, stated a collection of humanitarian bodies in Sudan. A staggering 500,000 refugees at Zamzam camp near El Fasher are battling severe hunger. Humanitarian workers cite distressing scenes in El Fasher, where children are grappling with unthinkable horrors impacting their well-being. Some kids, boys and girls alike, find themselves resorting to desperate measures like joining combatants or even…

On Tuesday, Kenyan legislators cast their votes on a proposal to kick the deputy president out of office. This followed an intense day of discussions, featuring a personal appearance by Rigathi Gachagua in parliament. He came to argue against accusations, including claims that he backed anti-government demonstrations in June. The resolution to impeach sailed through with a commanding 281 votes in favor, against only 44 dissenting votes—far surpassing the 117-vote threshold set by the constitution. The proposal now heads to…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Just a couple of years back, before he snagged a second term, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was one of the loudest voices railing against tampering with the constitution, frequently slamming his forerunner, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, for allegedly scheming to prolong his stay in office. The uproar was intense, sparking protests nationwide from all corners—civilians, opposition figures, and even military personnel, some of whom went as far as to revolt. Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, better known as Farmajo, was…

Scenes from Mogadishu reveal the aftermath of a car explosion outside a local café, leaving devastation in its wake. This unsettling event took place on July 15, 2024. In the throes of conflict, 59 militants linked to Al-Shabaab and four brave soldiers have perished during separate military assaults in Somalia's southern and central heartlands, confirmed the nation's Information Ministry, as reported by Anadolu Agency. Entrenched battles against Al-Qaeda-tied Al-Shabaab fighters unfolded as the Somali National Army (SNA),…

ADDIS ABABA - The head honcho of the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF), Field Marshal General Birhanu Jula, contends that standing toe-to-toe with Ethiopia is beyond Somalia's reach. In his perspective, Somalia lacks the prowess and manpower to challenge Ethiopia effectively. During a much-broadcast interview, General Jula minced no words criticizing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, articulating doubts about his capability to protect Mogadishu from the al-Shabaab insurgents. "He should worry about guarding the sea…

Mogadishu (AX) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud jetted off to Asmara, Eritrea, on Wednesday to connect with Eritrea's leader, Isaias Afwerki.This journey is all about bolstering ties and cooperation between Somalia and Eritrea, especially concerning crucial matters influencing the Horn of Africa, according to a report from the Somali National News Agency.President Mohamud's entourage includes Ahmed Macalin Fiqi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, along with various cabinet members.His visit to Eritrea occurs against…

Hurricanes Milton and Helene are intensifying the strain on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the government's emergency response outfit. This agency is grappling with budget shortages, navigating a politically charged disinformation landscape, and trying to shake off the shadows of its past inadequacies in managing large-scale storms. Hurricane Milton, growing in strength, is moving past Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, setting its sights on Florida's bustling Tampa Bay region, which is still recovering from the…

In recent days, a passionate group of environmental advocates filled the streets of Sandton and Cape Town, South Africa, making a resounding call for a boycott of an event known as Africa Energy Week, or Africa Oil Week, happening in Cape Town this week. Following a protest in Cape Town that drew inspiration from horror themes, activist Lisa Makaula had a conversation with Bush Radio’s Renato van Schalkwyk. Makaula emphasized the urgent need for the government to pivot its investments towards renewable energy sources,…

A pilot from Turkish Airlines met with a tragic fate, collapsing mid-air, an incident that led to an emergency descent in New York, as announced by the national flag carrier on Wednesday.The flight had originated from Seattle, a breezy city on America's West Coast, on Tuesday night, according to airline spokesperson Yahya Üstün's post on social media site X."Our Airbus 350 pilot for flight TK204 from Seattle to Istanbul fell unconscious while we soared in the sky," he shared."Despite valiant attempts at first aid, the duo of…