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Reflections on Somalia's Chaotic History: A Fragile State in Perpetual Turmoil Among those endeavoring to understand Somalia's present challenges, a poignant question looms: What went wrong? This inquiry has haunted Somali intellectuals, writers, and activists for decades, many attributing the roots of today’s turmoil to the disintegration of the socialist military regime in the 1990s, a regime notably served by Sheikh, a once-prominent figure. The backdrop of this narrative traces back to 1969 when a military coup…

Tragic news has emerged from Gaza, where at least 16 people, including three children, have lost their lives due to recent Israeli attacks, as reported by the territory's civil defense agency. In the southern region of Khan Younis, six individuals were killed in overnight airstrikes, according to civil defense spokesman Mahmud Bassal. The casualties included two young boys, aged five and two, who were tragically struck in their apartment in Al-Mawasi. Furthermore, a subsequent attack in Al-Mawasi led to the deaths of ten…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a groundbreaking move aimed at reshaping the landscape of governance and public service in Somalia, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre officially unveiled the National Civil Service Pay and Grading Policy on Monday. This comprehensive initiative marks a significant stride towards enhancing governance, fairness, and accountability across various government institutions. At the launch ceremony held in the heart of Mogadishu, the Prime Minister articulated the aspirations embedded within this new policy.…

Picture this — a land rich with potential, the world's newest nation teetering on the delicate threshold of peace and chaos. South Sudan, a country birthed from years of struggle and yearning for independence, finds itself once more at a crossroads. Can it navigate the precarious path to sustained peace, or will history repeat itself in a torrent of conflict? In a move illustrating the growing unease, Germany has prudently shuttered its embassy in Juba, the pulsating heart of South Sudan. As tensions ravage this…

RSF Leader Threatens Key Sudanese Port Amidst Escalating Civil Strife KHARTOUM, Sudan - Behind the solemn walls of strategic decision-making, General Mohamed Dagalo faces an intense dilemma. As the leader of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), he recently hinted that his forces might be compelled to seize the Port of Sudan. This move, looming over the nation's already disheveled economic tapestry, brings waves of apprehension across Sudan as the civil war unravels, relentlessly affecting the lives of countless…

Mogadishu (AX) — Picture this: a bustling capital city where modern technology meets age-old traditions. Somalia is not just a country on the horn of Africa known for its rich cultural tapestry and, admittedly, its complex history. It's a nation on the move, charging headlong into the digital age with an ambitious new tool – a Civil Registration Management and Vital Statistics System (CRMVS), courtesy of Pakistan's very own National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA). This technological leap isn’t just a fancy…

The beleaguered aviation titan Boeing is gearing up for yet another challenge as it heads into a civil trial next week regarding the devastating crash of an Ethiopian Airlines flight in March 2019, which tragically claimed the lives of 157 individuals. This trial, set to unfold in federal court in Chicago, initially featured six plaintiffs, but according to sources close to the case, "all but one" have reached settlements. This leaves just a lone plaintiff pressing forward with claims against the aviation giant. Unless a…

A former police officer from Kentucky has been found guilty in a federal court for violating civil rights in the tragic shooting of Breonna Taylor. Her death ignited widespread protests for police reform and racial justice throughout the United States in 2020. Brett Hankison was convicted on a single count of civil rights abuse, as reported by the US Justice Department in a statement released overnight. Despite the fact that Hankison’s bullets did not strike Taylor, a 26-year-old black woman, he discharged his weapon…

According to the civil defense agency in Gaza, Israeli airstrikes have tragically resulted in the deaths of at least 30 individuals today in the northern region, particularly in the town and refugee camp of Jabalia, amid escalating combat operations conducted by the Israeli military. Mahmud Bassal, the agency's spokesperson, reported that a specific strike occurring shortly before 9:40 PM local time (which aligns with 6:40 PM in Ireland) tragically claimed "12 lives, including women and children" in Jabalia. Furthermore,…

On Monday, Lebanon experienced its most catastrophic day since the conclusion of the vicious 15-year civil conflict, as stated by a Lebanese official who spoke on the condition of anonymity due to restrictions on media communication.