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Egypt’s troop deployment to Somalia is legal — and a spark in an increasingly combustible region When Cairo announced in late August that Egyptian soldiers would join the African Union’s stabilization mission in Somalia, the move was presented as a routine piece of security cooperation: units trained in Egypt were to be deployed to the central and southern frontlines — Hiiraan, Lower Shabelle and Gedo — to help Somali forces press the fight against al-Shabab. But beneath the procedural language lies a story about shifting…

Shot dead in a township: how extortion and xenophobia leave Somali shopkeepers exposed in South Africa Late on a Thursday in Booysenpark, a low-rise neighbourhood of Port Elizabeth, the staccato of gunfire ended the life of a shopkeeper who had been trying, like many migrants, to make a modest living in South Africa. Sharmaarke Aadan Mohamed was killed inside his spaza shop — one more body on a long list of Somali traders who say they live under the constant threat of violence, robbery and organized extortion. The killing…

Trump’s Hint at Recognizing North Western State of Somalia Could Reshape U.S. Policy in Africa Mogadishu (AX) — In what could be a significant shift in American foreign policy in the Horn of Africa, U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that his administration might consider recognizing North Western State of Somalia as an independent state. This potential move, hinted at during an Oval Office event on August 8, could have far-reaching implications for U.S. engagement in the region, possibly challenging the stakes of…

Northeastern State's Offensive Against ISIS: A Turning Point in Somalia's War on Terror In the shadow of the al Miskad mountains, the resilient forces of Northeastern State, backed by American airstrikes, are waging an increasingly aggressive campaign against Islamic State militants. This offensive, the most significant in recent memory, underscores the broader geopolitical recalibrations influencing the Horn of Africa. The Battle at the Ballade Valley On August 22, the serene landscape of Ballade Valley erupted into…

Finland’s Development Aid Standoff: A Tug of Policy and Humanity HELSINKI, Finland — A cultural tug-of-war is playing out in the frosty Scandinavian air as Finland suspends its development aid to Somalia, pressuring Mogadishu to accept more deportees. This policy stalemate, spearheaded by Development Minister Ville Tavio, underscores a growing tension in Europe over migration, deportations, and international diplomacy. A Diplomatic Tightrope "I think it is fair that an administration that does not welcome its citizens…

Changing Tides at Mogadishu Port: A New Chapter for Somalia's Economic Lifeline MOGADISHU, Somalia — In the heart of the Horn of Africa, where geopolitical currents are as tumultuous as the Indian Ocean waves, Mogadishu Port stands as a beacon of economic potential and national resilience. Thursday marked a notable shift in its stewardship as Ambassador Mohamed Ali Nur, affectionately known as Americo, took the helm, poised to chart a fresh course for Somalia’s primary gateway to the world. Leadership Transition: Americo…

Somalia's Pioneering Climate Fund: A Beacon for Resilience in a Changing World In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, a significant milestone was set as Somalia launched its first National Climate Fund. Over two days, this transformative initiative was etched into the narrative of a nation that has long been at the frontlines of climate adversity. A Bold Step Towards Climate Resilience Under the guidance of Finance Minister Bihi Iman Egeh, this fund emerges as a key strategy to tackle the mounting pressures of recurring…

Celebrating Dual Identity: The North Western State of Somalia-Welsh Community in Cardiff Hargeisa (AX) — In a modest community hall in Grangetown, Cardiff, the flags of Wales and North Western State of Somalia fluttered side by side. It was a quiet yet powerful testament to the dual identities embraced by the city's North Western State of Somalia-Welsh community. This week marked the 65th anniversary of North Western State of Somalia's independence from Britain, a momentous occasion celebrated by around 50 attendees,…

Tragedy in Nairobi: The Death of a Blogger Ignites Protests in Kenya Nairobi's streets swarmed with thousands of protesters on Thursday, driven by demands for justice in the death of 31-year-old Albert Ojwang, a political blogger whose life was cut short under the shadow of police custody. His story has become a rallying cry against a force that many Kenyans see as oppressive and unaccountable. A Blogger’s Fatal Journey Albert Ojwang's journey from Homa Bay to Nairobi marked more than mere geographic distance. It…

Decades Later, South Africa Still Seeks Justice for the Cradock Four A biting winter chill hung over the Cradock cemetery, where the neglected graves of four apartheid activists marked a somber reminder of brutality and injustice. Decades after their untimely deaths, the story of the Cradock Four resonates deeply, interwoven with South Africa's ongoing quest for truth and reconciliation. The Painful Legacy of Apartheid In 1985, Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sicelo Mhlauli, and Sparrow Mkhonto—three teachers and a…