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Langley spoke to reporters virtually on Thursday, discussing a mission greenlit by the U.N. Security Council over two years ago. The mission aims to stabilize Somalia after years of conflict with the militant group al-Shabab. He hinted that Somali military efforts are zeroing in on freeing and securing areas in the southern and central regions.“The operations are full of ups and downs,” Langley said. “I’ll echo their words—they have a young, evolving army. There are victories and also setbacks, but the overall morale is…

WASHINGTON, United States (AXADLE) - America’s Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, has rolled out new sanctions against the Russian media conglomerate RT, accusing it of operating as "an extension of Russia's spy network." RT, short for Russia Today, is a state-financed Russian TV channel. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, Blinken asserted that RT is part of a larger ecosystem of Kremlin-sponsored media aiming to "subvert American democracy." The US State Department alleged that RT, formerly dubbed Russia Today, is…

Egypt and Ethiopia have been butting heads for the past decade over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) that Ethiopia’s been constructing. This hydroelectric behemoth has Egypt jittery, fearing it could mess up its water security downstream. With construction almost done and the first sparks of power generation already humming, GERD is a reality Egypt can't ignore anymore. So far, Egypt's kept its response diplomatic. They’ve fired off letters to the U.N. Security Council, accusing Ethiopia of flouting international…

GENEVA, Switzerland (AXADLE) - Swiss officials have blocked over $310 million, originating from various bank accounts tied to India's Adani Group. This maneuver is part of an extensive investigation into claims of financial shenanigans. Accusations alleging money laundering, fraud, and stock manipulation reemerged recently. These claims gained traction in 2023, courtesy of a scathing report by Hindenburg Research. Gautam Adani's enterprise has firmly rebuffed these renewed allegations. This probe isn't confined to Swiss…

Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia's National Communications Authority (NCA) has teamed up with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to roll out fresh regulations aimed at enhancing submarine cable landings and ramping up competition in the telecom industry. Gathering for a two-day powwow in Nairobi, Kenya, the NCA and IFC sat down with telecom operators, industry gurus, and government bigwigs to sketch out a new rulebook. Their mission: to lay the groundwork for Somalia's digital future. These new regulations will dive into…

By: H.E. Mohamed Abdullahi Ahmed In the last ten years, the United Nations General Assembly has frequently grappled with critical global issues, from sustainable development to conflicts between states. Traditionally, the Assembly has delivered strong condemnations. Yet, today's urgent challenges call for a leap from mere words to decisive, concrete actions. With the 79th session on the horizon, hopes are pinned on finding tangible solutions to the crises that plague regions and affect millions worldwide. Global…

DJIBOUTI, Djibouti (AXADLE) - Extending heartfelt congratulations to Ethiopia, Djibouti's long-time ruler, President Ismail Omar Guelleh, marked the advent of Ethiopia's new year 2017 on September 11, per the Ethiopian calendar. "Big congrats to Ethiopia on ringing in 2017! Wishing y'all prosperity and growth. Here's to deepening our nations' cooperation and solidarity," Guelleh shared on his official X account. "Big congrats to Ethiopia on ringing in 2017! Wishing y'all prosperity and growth. Here's to deepening our…

The financial aid for returning refugees is now at 10,000 kronor per adult, 5,000 kronor per child, and 40,000 kronor per family. This increase hopes to jazz up an underutilized program, which saw just one taker last year, per the Swedish government.Ludvig Aspling from the Sweden Democrats mentioned that the assistance, around since 1984, hasn't hit the radar too much, owing to its low-key presence. "If more folks know about it, and with the extra dough, we expect more to go back," he noted. Aspling is optimistic this might…

NIAMEY, Niger (AXADLE) – Niger's Government and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) have inked supplementary financing pacts to amplify the Family Farming Development Programme across crucial regions like Maradi, Tahoua, Zinder (ProDAF MTZ), and Diffa (ProDAF Diffa). Inking the deal for Niger was Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine. On IFAD's behalf, Bernard Hien, the Regional Director for West and Central Africa, took the pen. This fresh injection of funds is…