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Doha talks postponed again
The Doha dialogue has still not reached its core. The 72-hour suspension, which was decided on Sunday 13 March, was extended to Wednesday 16 March by 48 hours. The political-military groups have not yet managed to agree on a list of 10 delegates responsible…
Somalia’s presidential official suspended over allegations of serious human rights abuses, including sexual harassment – Sources
MOGADISHU (AXADLE) The deputy chief of staff of Somalia's presidency, Villa Somalia, has been suspended on charges of aggravated assault and sexual harassment by female employees and threats against journalists, two presidential sources told the Horn Observer.
Abdinur Mohamed Ahmed was informed of leaving President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo's office two weeks ago when Villa Somalia's department heads were informed that Mr Abdinur's role had been terminated so far.
This comes amid growing…
The British Embassy and Hormuud sign new Chevening partnership to enable more future Somali leaders to study in the UK
MOGADISHU (AXADLE) The British Embassy in Mogadishu and Hormuud has today signed a new Chevening partnership to enable more future Somali leaders to study in the UK.
The British Embassy says "We are pleased to announce today a new Chevening Scholarship partnership with the Hormuud Salaam Foundation, to enable more aspiring Somali future leaders to study for a master's degree at world - class universities in the UK."
The partnership will support outstanding individuals to gain the academic…
the Japanese want to welcome Ukrainian refugees
In Japan, one of the major industrialized countries most closed to asylum seekers, public opinion demands that the country play its part in the reception of displaced Ukrainians.
as reported from Tokyo,Bruno Duval
Last year, Japan again rejected 90% of the asylum applications submitted: in total, almost 4,000 political refugee applicants were rejected in general indifference, without this giving rise to any particular debate. Of the more than three million Ukrainians who have already fled their country, only 47 have so…
Al-Mishri calls for reconciliation for stability in
Libya's Supreme Leader Khalid al-Mishri called on all sides to reconcile on a constitutional basis and agree on electoral laws to pave the way for stability in the country.
In a statement released by the Council's press office after a meeting with British Ambassador Caroline Hurndall on Tuesday, al-Mishri said it was crucial for all parties to reach a constitutional settlement in line with the Libyan people's demands and establish correct electoral laws. ensure free and open voting.
In addition to the…
a video shows the execution of civilians by soldiers and
According to Ethiopian authorities, this particularly cruel video was recorded at the end of February in the area where the large Ethiopian Renaissance dam is located. It is about the killing of the civilian Tigrayan by soldiers of the Federal Army and…
The water chooses where it will flow in Cape Town
When Cape Town's locals ration water for the day, the region's vineyards are irrigated by irrigation pipes, reflecting the sharp division of the country's precious resource.
It has been four years since the tourist capital of South Africa almost ran out, during a drought that caused the city to limp towards a "Day Zero" when all pipes would be emptied.
Now the water flows generously, but not for everyone. South Africa is the most unequal country in the world, with race playing a decisive factor, a…
striking teachers keep the pressure on
The "We Supported Too Much" movement (OTS), which launched the "dead chalk" operation on February 21, has still not lifted its strike slogan. Other teachers, especially those in primary school who had been relatively behind until then, have also joined the…