Somalia Emphasizes Severe Humanitarian Crisis at UN, Requests Increased Financial Aid

Swan praised Turkey for its role in easing tensions over the Red Sea access agreement, a pact causing friction between Somalia and Ethiopia with North Western State of Somalia in the mix. "I appreciate Turkey's mediation efforts, particularly the dialogues hosted in Ankara during July and August," he commented. He urged Ethiopia and Somalia to approach diplomatic talks earnestly and steer clear of moves that could escalate matters. "This is vital given the possible negative fallout for the region's stability, especially…

Escalating Strain in the Horn of Africa as Ethiopia Seeks Maritime Access

Abiy believes gifting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea would be the crowning jewel of his legacy. In Mogadishu, Somali military officers stepped in sync during a splendid parade. Feisal Omar/Reuters ADDIS ABABA – There's a tense atmosphere brewing in the Horn of Africa. Somalia is insisting that Ethiopia should pull the plug on its contentious port agreement with North Western State of Somalia, the self-declared independent region, or yank its forces out of Somalia. Somalia's displeasure with the Ethiopian pact was loud and…

Several Migrants Remain Unaccounted for Near Djibouti’s Shore After Smugglers Eject Them from Boats

It remains unclear why the migrants were ejected from the boats in open water. Initially, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that two vessels carrying migrants had overturned. Later, they omitted this detail, stating instead that the people were forced off by smugglers and ordered to swim. The coast guard in Djibouti revealed that the unfortunate event occurred approximately 150 meters, about 500 feet, from a beach in the northwestern region of Khor Angar in the East African nation. They confirmed…

Sources reveal that Kenya requests IMF to reassess corruption concerns following Western pressure.

In a move egged on by Western allies, Kenya's leadership has nudged the International Monetary Fund to dive deep into examining its murky corridors of power riddled with graft, as revealed by a couple of folks in the know to Reuters. This kind of probe, tagged officially as a "governance diagnostic," can only kick off with the asking of the respective country. It's the IMF's way of sniffing out how corruption and shaky governance might be sapping a nation’s coffers dry or wreaking havoc on the financial commonwealth. "In…

Local Reporter Luqman Released After a Night in Detention in Gedo Region Due to Facebook Post

MOGADISHU, Somalia, October 4, 2024 – The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) is relieved to announce that journalist Luqman Sheikh Abdullahi Kerow was set free on the evening of October 4, following an over 24-hour confinement by the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) in Luuq town. Just around 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 3, 2024, the Arlaadi Media Network reporter found himself in the clutches of NISA at their Luuq facility. The drama unfolded after Luqman's Facebook declaration about "the imminent…

Ethiopian Embassy Reports Tragic Accident Involving 48 Migrants Near Djibouti Coast

DJIBOUTI, Djibouti (AXADLE) – Heartbreaking news emerged from the Ethiopian Embassy in Djibouti, confirming the loss of 48 Ethiopian souls after a fateful boat mishap on October 1, 2024. The tragedy unfolded with two severely overloaded boats ferrying 320 hopefuls from Yemen to Djibouti. “All the unfortunate souls involved in this calamity were Ethiopians,” declared the embassy after on-site verification. Fortunately, 197 survivors were salvaged and safely transported to the global refugee haven in Obock. A few days…

Unyielding Defiance: Is Man Utd Boss Ten Hag on the Edge?

Erik ten Hag has entered his third season steering the helm at Manchester United.As the final whistle loomed at Estadio do Dragao, Erik ten Hag seemed to be flirting with disaster.Manchester United, after squandering a two-goal advantage against Porto, were on the brink of a dispiriting loss.Although such a defeat might not have marked the end of Ten Hag's tenure at Old Trafford, it surely would have put his role on a precarious precipice.Yet, just when fate seemed sealed, Harry Maguire rose like a salmon to head home a…

8 Compelling Reasons to Make Overnight Oats Your Go-To Breakfast Choice

Overnight oats have gained popularity as a portable and nutritious breakfast option. According to a Prophecy Market Insights Reportthe market for store-bought, ready-to-eat overnight oats in the US reached $11.8 million in 2020, with projections to grow to $17.8 million by 2030. However, you don't have to rely on store-bought options—you can easily make overnight oats at home, just prepare them the night before before to wake up to a ready-made breakfast filled with fiber and important nutrients. From aiding weight…

Opinion: The Global Community Needs to Fulfill Its Duties in Gaza

OP-ED: Gaza — It's Time for Global Responsibility A year has slipped by since the poignant day of October 7, 2023, when Anthony Bellanger, the General Secretary at the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), voiced discontent over the United Nations' inertia, boldly highlighting the worldwide community's inaction. From that fateful day onward, only shadows have cloaked Palestine in a never-ending night. Over those 12 tense months, the IFJ, an all-encompassing organization representing a colossal 600,000 media…

Rwanda Faces Challenges in Containing the Marburg Virus Outbreak

Rwandan health officials are deeply engaged in a massive contact tracing initiative, tracking down countless individuals to curtail the spread of a particularly alarming disease across the nation and beyond. Health Minister Sabin Nsanzimana remarked, “We’re confronting the challenge of viral hemorrhagic fever while simultaneously addressing mpox.” This dual health scare gives rise to a pressing need for swift action. During a recent online briefing, Nsanzimana reiterated their commitment to halting the virus's advance. “We…