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Kenya's telecom titan, Safaricom (SCOM.NR), shared on Tuesday that it secured 15 billion shillings (around $116.73 million) from the second round of a sustainability-oriented loan procured from a coalition of local banks. This telecom heavyweight, partially owned by South Africa's Vodacom (VODJ.J) and Britain's Vodafone (VOD.L), initiated this green loan project last year, netting a comparable sum in its initial phase. The fresh funding will be funneled into various eco-friendly initiatives, notably transforming its…

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Tuesday night had a star: Christopher Nkunku. The French striker achieved a hat-trick within 75 minutes, showcasing two precise strikes and a casual tap-in after outsmarting the goalkeeper. His inaugural Chelsea treble rockets the 26-year-old to six goals in eight games this season. This was Nkunku's first starting appearance since Chelsea's opening day loss to Manchester City last month. Although they faced a team ranked 64 places below them, Chelsea can only conquer and outscore their current rivals. With both…

In a startling revelation, New York City Mayor Eric Adams now faces serious legal troubles as a federal indictment has been publicly unveiled today. This development follows an extensive investigation, throwing the government of the nation’s largest city into disarray and raising eyebrows across the political spectrum. According to the indictment, Mr. Adams is confronting a total of five criminal charges, one of which is conspiracy related to wire fraud. Prosecutors allege that he actively solicited and accepted various…

UNITED NATIONS, NYC (AX) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre engaged in pivotal dialogues with global dignitaries at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City. On Wednesday, Barre conversed with Molly Phee, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs. Their discussions gravitated around bolstering Somalia's counterterrorism initiatives and navigating the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) wind-down. Commitment to regional stability was reaffirmed, and avenues for…

FILE - Northeastern State’s President, Said Abdullahi Deni, addresses attendees at the annual Peace Conference in Garowe. The event, organized by the Northeastern State Development Research Center (PDRC), saw Deni underline his administration's preparedness for open dialogue with the Somali Federal Government. Mogadishu (AX) — President Said Abdullahi Deni of Northeastern State reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to initiating open conversations with the Somali Federal Government, stressing the need for a transparent…

Somalia Welcomes a Fresh Police Chief MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a pivotal moment for Somali leadership, the cabinet has appointed Asad Diyano as the new police chief. This decision closely followed the elevation of Sulub Ahmed Firin to deputy minister overseeing Transport and Aviation, a move believed to shape future relations with Northeastern State. Offering a nod to the council of ministers, the submission of Diyano’s name came highly recommended by existing police authorities. This endorsement signals a transformative…

Kamala Harris didn't hold back when she labeled Donald Trump the "biggest loser" regarding the economy, while characterizing him as a champion of the wealthy elite. This exchange unfolded as the two electoral contenders laid bare their contrasting visions on a pivotal concern for many American voters. While addressing an audience in Pittsburgh, and again in her debut solo interview, Harris cautioned that Trump's intention to resurrect hefty tariffs on foreign goods would have a detrimental impact on the financial well-being…

Mogadishu (AX) — Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has tapped Major General Sulub Ahmed Firin to step into the role of Deputy Minister for the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation as of Tuesday. This decision is part of an ongoing administrative reorganization by the government. Firin, presently holding the reins as the Commander of the Somali Police Force, will move to his new duties, although his replacement in the police force hasn't been decided. With a robust history in national security — including previous roles as…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a bid to bolster governance, democracy, and federal affairs, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has appointed two senior advisors. The official announcement came on Thursday. Former Northeastern State security minister Abdisamad Mohamed Gallan has been named Senior Adviser on Federal Affairs. His new role will involve strengthening Somalia's federal system and fostering collaboration among its regional administrations. Ahmed Jama Mohamed Cillal has been designated Senior Adviser on Democracy and…