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In Mogadishu, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud opened the new LPG Storage Center, a crucial step in combating deforestation and environmental degradation in Somalia. He praised local officials and businessmen for supporting the country's environmental protection and reconstruction efforts. President Mohamud believes accessible gas is key to a sustainable and self-sufficient Somalia, urging for prices that reflect the economic realities facing Somali households. He also called on Somali entrepreneurs to invest in the…

Internet users in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda are griping about shoddy connectivity, as service providers in East Africa admit there's an issue. Companies assure they are addressing the problem. The spotty service is due to faults in the undersea cables connecting the region to the world via South Africa, expert Ben Roberts explained to the BBC. A similar incident occurred in parts of West and Southern Africa in March. Cloudflare Radar noted Tanzania as one of the worst-hit countries, with internet traffic dropping…

Somalia faces various obstacles, including climate change, affecting security and humanitarian efforts. There's a growing understanding among Somalis that more needs to be done, and Mohamed Okash is among those leading the way. Born in Mogadishu in 1992, Okash pursued education amidst civil unrest. He obtained a Diploma in Education and then a bachelor's degree in public administration and a master's in development studies. His educational pursuits have always been aimed at improving community life. Okash co-founded Rays…

President Biden has directed a thorough inquiry into Israel's use of American weaponry and compliance with humanitarian law. According to the State Department, the Biden administration believes that Israel may have breached international norms by failing to safeguard civilians in Gaza. However, they have not found concrete evidence to justify withholding military assistance. In a detailed evaluation of Israel's actions in Gaza, the State Department reported that Israel possesses the necessary knowledge, experience, and…

Britain and Saudi Arabia are teaming up to provide $5 million to combat increasing malnutrition in Somalia. This generous donation, facilitated by Unicef, will focus on delivering clean water, sanitation, and hygiene services to 50,000 vulnerable women and children in the conflict-torn and drought-stricken nation. This financial support is part of an established collaboration that has already seen both countries commit a total of $22 million to assist individuals affected by conflict in Somalia and Sudan. The partnership…

In Kenya's western Nyando area, ongoing air and water operations are working to rescue families trapped in their homes due to sweeping floods. Last Saturday, the River Nyando overflowed, engulfing several villages and halting traffic on the busy Kisumu-Nairobi highway. More than 1,000 households were compelled to abandon their homes, as local media documented. Although no casualties have been reported yet, the water levels are continuing to rise, according to local authorities. A collaborative effort between the Kenya Red…

IMAGE CAPTUREDMogadishu (AX) - The Somali Press League (SOPL) has committed to enhancing the capabilities of Somali reporters to effectively deliver vital information regarding environmental matters to the public and link local narratives to the broader ecological dilemma.SOPL joined global coalitions and entities in commemorating Global Media Independence Day on Friday, May 3, 2024, with the theme “Media for Mother Earth: Journalism in the Midst of the Ecological Emergency.”Mohamed Osman Makaran, the General Secretary of…

The World Meteorological Organization has issued a warning about Tropical Cyclone Hidaya, which is poised to hit Tanzania and Kenya, exacerbating the existing humanitarian crisis caused by heavy rains in several East African countries. “Hidaya is the first confirmed tropical cyclone in this region, not Sudan, but lower and East Africa,” explained WMO spokesperson Clare Nullis in Geneva on Friday. Hidaya’s impact will be significant, especially in Tanzania, where the ground is already saturated. Kenya will also be affected…

The World Press Freedom Day Symposium in Mogadishu, Somalia, organized by the National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) and the U.S. Embassy, shed light on journalism’s vital role in combatting the Climate Crisis. The event gathered over 60 key figures from media, civil society, government, and international partners to discuss environmental challenges faced by Somalia. High-profile diplomats attended to show support for press freedom and help Somalia address climate-induced crises. The symposium highlighted the need…

The United Nations in Somalia urges Somali journalists to enhance their coverage of the climate crises impacting millions of Somalis. On World Press Freedom Day, the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing emphasized the urgency of addressing the environmental crisis through accurate, timely, and comprehensive reporting. For Somalia to achieve stability and sustainable development, journalists must highlight the environmental challenges and potential solutions. The UN's efforts to mark the…