Critiques

Elon Musk has taken a firm stance against US President Donald Trump's proposed spending bill, labeling it a "disgusting abomination" as tensions between the two figures come to the forefront following Musk's departure from the White House. Last week, Musk exited his position as an official government employee, a role in which he was previously commended by Trump for initiating federal spending cuts. Yet, cracks in their relationship have begun to show. In a pointed tweet, Musk declared, "This massive, outrageous,…

Mogadishu (AX) — The Wadajir Party, under the leadership of Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame, is sounding the alarm regarding the current process for appointing members to Somalia's Independent Human Rights Commission. With a clear sense of urgency, the party has accused the Presidency of undue interference and is calling for an immediate halt to the proceedings. In a statement released on Monday, the Wadajir Party articulated profound concerns over what it termed a non-transparent and fundamentally flawed selection process.…

Governor Muse Critiques Aid Deliveries to Frontline Forces Beledweyne (AX) – In an impassioned statement that resonated with many citizens, Hiiraan regional governor Muse Salad Wehliye did not hold back in his critique of the Somalia Disaster Management Agency (SODMA). He described the assistance provided to the Somali National Army (SNA) and Macawisley militia forces in the Moqokori district as “inadequate and disgraceful.” Such strong words from a figure in leadership highlight a growing concern over the perception of…

Jubaland Raises Alarm Over President’s Actions Garowe (AX) — In a significant political development that could have far-reaching consequences for Somalia, Jubaland’s regional government has expressed serious concerns regarding the administration of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. They accuse him of deviations from the federal constitution, suggesting that the actions he is taking may steer the nation toward a one-party system, thus jeopardizing its fragile stability amidst escalating insecurity.…

U.S. Cardinal Timothy Dolan recently expressed his thoughts on President Donald Trump's AI-generated photo depicting himself as the pope, stating that it "wasn't good." However, he chose not to comment on whether the White House should apologize to offended Catholics. During a mass he celebrated at a church in Rome, Cardinal Dolan, the Archbishop of New York, was approached by reporters regarding the controversial post. This event coincided with the upcoming conclave, where he and other cardinals under 80 will elect a…

Nigerian officials have imposed a ban on a provocative song that dares to criticize President Bola Tinubu and his administration's economic strategies. The track in question, "Tell Your Papa," crafted by renowned artist Eedris Abdulkareem, expresses a piercing discontent with the president’s two-year tenure, which has already been marred by significant unrest fueled by escalating inflation and soaring fuel costs. Interestingly, this Afrobeats anthem is directed at none other than Seyi Tinubu, the president's son, who has…

Mogadishu (AX) — Imagine living in a city where the streets are tangled mazes of potholes and refuse, where cries of distress are met with echoes of political blame-shifting. Such is the daily tapestry woven into the lives of Mogadishu’s residents. At the eye of the storm stands Mohamed Ahmed Amiir, Mayor of Mogadishu and Governor of the Banaadir Region, who finds himself deflecting a barrage of public critiques concerning the capital's crumbling infrastructure and poor sanitation. Amidst the noise of disapproval, Amiir…

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has characterized the remarks made by Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, as inflammatory. Katz suggested that countries such as "Spain, Ireland, Norway, and others" bear a "legal obligation" to accept Palestinians. Such statements raise flags, especially in this complex geopolitical landscape. These comments emerged as Katz instructed the Israeli military to draft a strategy for the "voluntary departure" of Gaza's residents. This directive followed a controversial announcement from U.S.…

Mogadishu (AX) — Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed did not hold back on Saturday, sharply critiquing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. He raised serious doubts about the viability of the planned one-person, one-vote elections given the persistent security threats and condemned the government's harsh evictions in Mogadishu. Ahmed asserted that the dire security situation in Somalia renders individual voting unfeasible. He accused President Hassan Sheikh of pushing this electoral plan more for personal advantage…