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Northeastern State’s Approach to Young Militants: A Delicate Balance of Security and Rehabilitation Garowe (AX) — In the complex landscape of Northeastern State’s response to youth militants affiliated with Al-Shabaab and ISIS, the government has made a firm decision: rehabilitation centers are not an option. The rationale? The perceived danger these young fighters pose outweighs any potential benefits of reintegration. During a recent session of the Northeastern State Parliament, Justice Minister Mohamed Abdiwahaab…

In a tragic turn of events, the untimely death of Albert Ojwang, a Kenyan blogger, has sparked significant unrest throughout the nation. Allegations suggest he was murdered by the police, igniting protests both in the streets and on social media platforms where Kenyans voice their outrage and demand accountability from their leaders. According to a report by the BBC, an autopsy revealed that Ojwang's death was due to assault, contradicting police claims that he sustained fatal head injuries after colliding with a cell…

Mogadishu (AX) — On Thursday, a significant escalation in hostilities erupted between North Western State of Somalia forces and SSC-Khaatumo troops in the Daanweyne area of the Sanaag region, further intensifying a conflict rooted in a complex land dispute that has plagued both parties for years. The tremors of this clash are felt not only in the immediate vicinity of the fighting but resonate throughout the greater landscape of Somali politics, drawing in international observers and fueling the deeper, historical skirmishes…

In a remarkable turn of events, Kirsty Coventry has etched her name in history as the first African and youngest individual to assume the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) at just 41 years old. This dual Olympic swimming champion has broken barriers not only for her continent but for women globally, becoming the first female to lead the IOC since its inception 106 years ago. Coventry’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Imagine a young girl in a small Zimbabwean town, diligently honing her swimming…

Imagine a world where businesses never sleep. The bustling streets of Accra are alive at midnight, factories hum with the rhythm of machinery well past dusk, and digital startups thrive in the quiet hours when most are asleep. This vision could soon become a reality in Ghana, as highlighted by Simon Madjie, the Acting Chief Executive of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC). Madjie, brimming with enthusiasm, spoke about the flagship policy that aims to revolutionize the Ghanaian economy. Dubbed the…

The serene edifice of the federal courthouse in downtown Minneapolis stands as a silent witness to many tales of justice. On a sultry afternoon of May 5, 2022, this stately structure cradled another narrative—one steeped in shame and regret. As captured by Ben Hovland for the Sahan Journal, it seemed almost surreal that within its chambers, lives were unraveling. Qamar Hassan, co-owner of a Minneapolis catering firm, stood on the stand, shoulders bowed under the weight of a confounding $250 million fraud conspiracy. "Every…

PORTLAND, Oregon (AX) — In a historic turn of events, Senator Kayse Jama has ascended to the role of Majority Leader in the Oregon State Senate. This remarkable achievement marks the first time a Somali-American and Black Muslim has held such a position in the state. Representing the 24th District and chosen by fellow Democrats who dominate the legislative body, Jama’s appointment is a landmark in the ongoing push for inclusive representation for both immigrant communities and communities of color.Jama secured this…

Algeria is cutting diplomatic relations with Morocco, Foreign Minister Ramdane Lamamra said at a press conference on Tuesday, accusing his neighbor of "hostile actions". Morocco and Algeria have enjoyed strained…

Mariaa Siga, 2021 © Stéphane Pineau With a calling card as her first album Asekaw, which she finally has the opportunity to defend on stage, the Senegalese singer Mariaa Siga claims herself and with conviction forms her musical imprint between folk and reggae. Seeing her dance enthusiastically in the audience to the sound of Elida Almeida's Cape Verdean funaná, which performed on the July evening at the Nuits du Sud…

NAIROBI, Kenya - Ethnic and political skirmishes in Ethiopia have taken on another dimension, after Tuesday's clashes in the town of GarbaIssa in the Somali region, something could further hamper peacemaking processes in the Horn of Africa nation . According to reports from the BBC Somali Service, fighting broke out in the town of the Sitti zone of the Somali region between herders and militias from the Afar region. The battle comes a day after the Somali regional state said it would protect its residents of the city on…