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Toronto, Canada (AX) — On Sunday, Abdi Nageeye, who hails from Somalia, achieved a long-desired redemption by conquering the 2024 New York City Marathon with a time of 2:07:39. This remarkable feat made him the first Dutchman to seize victory in this legendary race. In a dramatic finale, Nageeye surged past Evans Chebet of Kenya, the previous year's champion, clinching the win with a six-second advantage. This victory follows a difficult exit from the Paris Olympics, marking a significant landmark in his professional journey…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - The usual pandemonium ensued in Somalia's parliament as contentious debates over electoral reforms took center stage. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud requested lawmakers postpone their break to focus on the upcoming electoral process. Hassan Sheikh, returning for a second term, wants to adjust key electoral guidelines for a long-term shift. He aims to introduce universal suffrage, allowing every citizen to vote. Recognizing the pressing need for these reforms, Hassan Sheikh urged legislators to work…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - In a grim assault on Sunday, a barrage of mortar fire claimed the lives of multiple people, among them were international staff of the UN, at the Halane Base Camp, a fortress-like installation nestled in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu. Strategically positioned close to the Mogadishu airport within the confines of Somalia's guarded "green zone," Halane Base Camp provides shelter for UN facilities, the African Union's stronghold, and foreign embassies. In the wee hours, when dawn barely peeked, a…

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (AX) — As we gear up for the November 5 election, the political scene in St. Cloud is ready for a transformation. A total of six candidates are vying for three at-large seats on the city council. Notably, Hudda Ibrahim and Omar Podi are two Somali-American leaders determined to confront the city’s most pressing challenges while amplifying the voices of its varied residents.Hudda Ibrahim has been a key player in St. Cloud's civic engagements for quite some time. Recognized for her contributions to…

NAIROBI, KENYA (AXADLE) - Air France Temporarily Halts Flights Above Red Sea; "Luminous Object" Sighting Sparks Alarm A pivotal decision has been made by Air France to halt its flights across the Red Sea. This interruption stems from reports by the crew who spotted an unusual "luminous object soaring" in the skies near Sudan. The curious event involved Flight 934, a Boeing 777-200ER, which embarked on a journey from Paris to Madagascar. But on Sunday, it was forced into an emergency landing due to what was described as a…

Commemoration for Journalists in Somalia Sparks a Strong Plea for Justice MOGADISHU, Somalia – In a remarkable gathering on November 2, 2024, the National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ), backed by UNESCO and the Global Media Defence Fund (GMDF), observed the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. This heartfelt ceremony honored Somali journalists who laid down their lives in pursuit of the truth and rallied for accountability and action against impunity. The event saw a show of unity as…

Recent satellite images of Spain's Valencia region vividly illustrate the immense destruction wrought by catastrophic flooding. Captured by the commercial earth imaging company Planet Labs, these photos were taken in the aftermath of a torrential storm system that unleashed an astonishing amount of rainfall—equivalent to an entire year’s worth—across southeastern Spain within just a few hours, specifically from the day after Tuesday. Tragically, the disaster has claimed at least 211 lives, marking it as one of the most…

President William Ruto recently expressed his admiration for the more than eight million Kenyans who diligently fulfilled their tax responsibilities by June 30. These citizens not only met but exceeded the set targets by an impressive 26%. He specifically recognized Lillian Nyawanda and Risper Muthoni Simiyu for their outstanding achievements in surpassing tax collection benchmarks. During the Taxpayers’ Day Awards ceremony held at State House in Nairobi on November 2, 2024, Ruto took a moment to celebrate these top…

Ethiopia: Unresolved Elements in Pretoria Agreement, TPLF Voices Concerns ADDIS ABABA - On the milestone marking two years since the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement, better known as the Pretoria Agreement, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) expressed their dissatisfaction with numerous unresolved matters. Many issues are still dangling in limbo despite the deadlines set in Pretoria and later restated in Nairobi. The TPLF, entangled in its own internal disputes, recognized the agreement's significant…