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Elderly IDP women sit outside their makeshift shelters/File Photo In the heart of North Western State of Somalia’s Ainabo district, several hundred displaced pastoralists have found themselves adrift, grappling with the aftermath of devastating rain and storm winds that struck their camp. The destruction left many homeless and struggling to secure basic necessities, primarily food. Among those affected is Fadumo Mohamed Hassan, a mother of five, who is one of the 200 families forced to sleep under the open sky since their…

Ghana is embarking on a transformative journey, one that could reshape its economic landscape for years to come. Recently, the country secured a vital agreement aimed at facilitating continued disbursements under a $3 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package. This initiative is crucial, especially as Ghana grapples with the most serious economic challenges it has faced in decades. As the saying goes, "The only way out is through." But what does that pathway look like for Ghana? Known as the…

Urgent Call to Somali Nationals in Iran Amid Rising Tensions Ankara (AX) – Amid growing hostilities between Iran and Israel, the Somali Embassy in Turkey has made an important announcement: it is urging Somali nationals currently residing in Iran to reach out. This outreach is especially critical for those who may wish to leave the country during these uncertain times. In a recent statement shared on their official Facebook page, the Somali Embassy expressed, “The Embassy of the Federal…

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has recently issued a revised humanitarian appeal, requesting a staggering $29 billion. This figure underscores a significant and troubling adjustment, emphasizing drastic budget cuts from earlier projections that reflect an increasingly daunting reality. In a statement posted on its official X page, OCHA expressed the urgency of this situation, stating: "We have been forced to re-prioritize our work. Brutal 2025 funding cuts mean…

Strengthening Ties: World Bank's Visit to Somalia Mogadishu (AX) — On a significant note for Somalia's development journey, Dr. Zarau Wendeline, the World Bank Africa regional director, arrived in Mogadishu on Saturday. His two-day visit aimed to bolster collaboration with the Somali government and evaluate key developmental projects in progress. A moment of recognition was palpable as Dr. Wendeline stepped onto the tarmac of Aden Adde International Airport, warmly welcomed by Somalia’s Deputy Minister of Finance,…

Desperate Calls for Help in Merka's Aailow Camp On a quiet afternoon in the Aailow camp, Maryan Osman Ali and her five children are perched outside their makeshift shelter, their expressions reflecting a myriad of emotions. They are not alone; three hundred vulnerable displaced families residing in this internal displacement camp in Merka, located in Somalia’s Lower Shabelle region, are collectively raising a plea for assistance following the cessation of cash aid earlier this year. Among…

Starvation Warning: Children Fill Kenya's Refugee Ward After US Aid Cuts In the heart of Kenya’s Kakuma refugee camp, a tragic narrative unfolds. It’s a story marked by uncertainty, desperation, and, above all, a haunting sense of hunger. Hundreds of thousands of individuals find themselves gradually succumbing to starvation, a reality starkly highlighted by recent funding cuts from the United States. A United Nations official has candidly described the situation to the BBC, revealing that food rations have plummeted to…

The NGO representing many activists detained on a Gaza-bound aid boat intercepted by Israeli forces has disclosed that two campaigners have been placed in solitary confinement within Israel. "The Israeli authorities have moved two of the volunteers, Brazilian activist Thiago Avila and French-Palestinian MEP Rima Hassan, to separate prison facilities, isolating them from the group," stated the Israeli human rights organization Adalah. When approached for a comment, Israel's prison authority directed inquiries to the foreign…

In a tragic escalation, Israeli gunfire and airstrikes have claimed the lives of at least 60 Palestinians in Gaza. Most of the casualties occurred near an aid site operated by the U.S.- and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), located in the heart of the enclave, as reported by local health officials. Medical teams at Shifa and Al-Quds hospitals confirmed that at least 25 individuals lost their lives, with many more injured, as they approached a food distribution center close to the now-abandoned…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant show of support for the ongoing military efforts against al-Shabab, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein, known as Muungaab, the Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, has recently delivered an essential shipment of medical supplies to the brave Community Defense Forces. These valorous men and women stand shoulder to shoulder with the Somali National Army, engaged in critical operations in the Hiiraan region. During a heartfelt handover ceremony in Mogadishu on Tuesday, Mayor Muungaab…