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Somalia's Presidential Decision on Deportation Accord Faces Criticism MOGADISHU, Somalia - Among the cacophony of political discourse, former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire does not mince words when challenging President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s deportation pact with Germany, labeling the memorandum of understanding 'reckless.' Khaire insists that any such international agreements must resonate deeply with Somalia's current scenario. The persistent turmoil that pushes Somalis to seek asylum abroad cannot be ignored. He…

Sure, let's dive into reworking this passage with some pizzazz. --- In a recent display of diplomatic camaraderie, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud were snapped shaking hands post-discussions in Berlin. This meeting, captured in a photo by Hannes P. Albert/dpa, heralded an important announcement: both nations agreed to intensify efforts to return certain Somali migrants from Germany back to their homeland. After their tête-à-tête, Chancellor Scholz shared that the dialogue revolved…

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…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud recently voiced stern disapproval of Ethiopia’s actions, accusing it of double-dealing by hosting the African Union (AU) quarters while allegedly flouting its tenets in its engagements with North Western State of Somalia. As he stood before Somalia’s parliament on Saturday, Mohamud spotlighted a hotly debated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) penned by Ethiopia with North Western State of Somalia, a matter that’s been whipping up quite the storm far and wide.…

HARGEISA, Somalia - The president of North Western State of Somalia, Muse Bihi Abdi, commented to the BBC Somali Service that the MoU signed in January 2024 with Ethiopia, allowing them access to the Red Sea for 20 kilometers, is still valid. He mentioned there’s been significant international pressure casting shadows over this decision. Continuing with his stance, Bihi remarked, “We've not budged an inch; it’s business as usual.” Leading North Western State of Somalia, a self-proclaimed independent state, he added, “Folks…

Kenya's Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua teamed up with the US Undersecretary for the Bureau of International Labor Affairs, Thea Mei Lee, to seal a labour cooperation deal. The pact, formalized on October 28, 2024, promises to introduce top-notch labour practices to Kenya courtesy of the US. In a bid to bolster workers' rights and uplift labour conditions, Kenya inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States Department of Labour. This document aims to refine labour standards…

Mogadishu and Ankara Forge New Financial Ties MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a move that underscores the deepening relations between Somalia and Turkey, their governments have inked a fresh financial cooperation deal. This step marks yet another milestone in a relationship that has notably blossomed over the past ten years. The accord was formalized on Monday by Somalia’s Defense Minister Abdulkadir Nur and his Turkish…

CREDIT / SONNA Mogadishu Celebrates Turkish Partnership In a show of camaraderie, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, alongside military brass, greets an honor guard in Mogadishu. This ceremony shines a spotlight on Turkey's steadfast partnership with Somalia, particularly with recent strides in defense and energy collaboration. Agreement Spurs Energy Exploration Mogadishu (AX) - In a leap towards bolstering economic partnership, Turkey and Somalia ink a landmark agreement targeting onshore oil and gas pursuits,…

Wicknell Chivayo, a well-known and often divisive figure in Zimbabwe’s business landscape, has firmly rejected any suggestions of his involvement in a contract for supplying ballot papers to the Namibian Electoral Commission (NEC). Chivayo expressed his dismay, deeming the claims linking him to this contract both unfounded and alarming. A report by the Daily Maverick pointed to Chivayo's connections with Ren-Form, the firm awarded the task of designing, printing, and packaging ballot papers for Namibia's upcoming…

The government has reached agreements on extradition and mutual legal assistance treaties with the United Arab Emirates. These arrangements aim to facilitate the return of high-ranking members of the Kinahan organized crime network to Ireland for legal proceedings. This notorious transnational drug trafficking syndicate operates primarily from Dubai. Notably, Sean McGovern, one of its key figures, is currently detained while awaiting extradition to face a murder accusation in Ireland. Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee,…