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Northeastern State Rebukes National Dialogue Proposal, Citing Constitutional Breaches By Ali Musa Axadle Times International–Monitoring AXADLE, Somalia – It's an intriguing scene unfolding in northeastern Somalia, where Northeastern State has decisively stepped back from a national dialogue proposed by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. This move, rooted in what Northeastern State describes as constitutional discrepancies, might make one wonder:…

Rwanda’s recent departure from the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) marks a significant shift in its regional engagements. Citing persistent violations of its member rights, Rwanda contends that the organization has strayed from its foundational principles, calling into question its effectiveness and integrity. Just as Rwanda was poised to take on the chairmanship—a role that rotates among the eleven member states—it withdrew, implying that this leadership position would inadvertently allow the…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant development in the realm of international relations, Somalia’s Defense Minister, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, made a compelling statement on Saturday concerning the federal government’s recent ban on Taiwan-issued passports. This decision, he explained, stemmed from an intended visit by senior Taiwanese officials to North Western State of Somalia—a move that Fiqi describes as a potential infringement upon Somalia's sovereignty. During an event held in the heart of Mogadishu, Fiqi, who recently…

In an era defined by rapid technological change, few sectors have experienced as much upheaval as the financial technology (fintech) landscape. Recently, Paystack’s introduction of its peer-to-peer transfer app, Zap, has sparked a wave of scrutiny and concern regarding regulatory compliance. It prompts us to ask: how far can innovation go before it bumps into the walls of regulation? The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised alarms, asserting that Zap operates similarly to a digital wallet—an assertion that…

Mogadishu (AX) - Former Somali National Army (SNA) commander General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhyiddin has voiced his profound concern over the potential infiltration of the al-Shabaab militant group into the Somali military. His comments come in the sorrowful wake of Senior Lieutenant Colonel Nur Mohamed Gaabow's assassination, a figure better known to many as Nur Farey. This troubling event casts a long shadow over the army's structure, raising questions about trust and loyalty within its ranks. “We find ourselves in precarious…

The ONLF and Ethiopia: Unfulfilled Promises and Waning Trust Mogadishu (AX) — In a highly charged statement, the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has made waves by accusing the Ethiopian government of reneging on the promises of the 2018 peace agreement. This has brought a potent mix of disappointment and frustration to a head. They allege that under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, there has been systematic suppression of Somali political participation. Could this friction spell the end of a fragile…

MOGADISHU, Somalia — In a dramatic turn of events that feels like a reel from a geopolitical thriller, Somalia has summoned the Kenyan ambassador following claims of an audacious flight frolicking into restricted skies. This diplomatic dust-up kicked off on Saturday, with Somalia alleging that a Kenyan aircraft had made itself rather too comfortable above its sovereign clouds, all while ferrying Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe to the Kenyan capital, Nairobi. Picture this: sources who might sidle up to you in a crowded…

Mogadishu (AX) — On Monday, Somalia gave the boot to a top Ethiopian envoy, accusing the diplomat of actions that clash with his official duties and breach Somalia's sovereignty. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs broke the news, spotlighting the incident's significance. Ali Mohamed Adan, who held the position of Counselor II at Ethiopia’s embassy in the Somali capital, faced the label of persona non grata. This term demands he exits Somali territory within 72 hours. The move raises the bar in the already bumpy relationship…

In Ethiopia, members of the federal parliament have begun announcing the modalities of the gap between the authorities in Addis Ababa and the regional state of Tigray in a state of de facto insurgency. The latter, for his part, no longer considers the government of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed "legitimate", given that his term expired on Monday. The Ethiopian federal government will no longer have any interaction with the exercise of the state of Tigray and its various bodies. From now on, he will only have to deal with the…