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In the bustling world of academia, Dutch researcher Holger Caesar has embarked on an intriguing mission—and he’s doing it in style. Pedaling through the frenetic afternoon rush hour, he rides a bicycle that’s anything but ordinary; it’s a high-tech marvel burdened with an ambitious goal: to gather vital data that might just save lives someday. His electric blue steed, outfitted with an impressive arsenal of laser sensors and scanners, zips among a throng of students making their way home from the hallowed halls of Delft…

FILE PHOTO: A worker cradles freshly baked bread at a bustling Nairobi supermarket, May 8, 2017. Picture taken May 8, 2017. REUTERS/Baz Ratner/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights There's a new wind blowing through Kenya’s financial corridors, touched by whispers of "Did you hear about the inflation twist?" The statistics office is sharpening its pencils and rolling out core inflation data for the first time. It's a tale as rivetting as any economic thriller (if such a thing exists). The move is akin to giving a GPS to…

In an era where every magnifying glass is trained on global security, President William Ruto is striking the chord for greater unity among Horn of Africa nations to square up against shared woes like terrorism and organized crime. Seems like a tall order, doesn’t it? After a tête-à-tête with Ethiopia's intelligence czar, Ambassador Redwan Hussien, at the prestigious State House, Nairobi, Ruto pulled out all the stops to reinforce Kenya's promise of working hand in glove with both regional and worldwide partners. His…

Hargeisa (AX) – In a bustling corner of Hargeisa, amid whispered conversations and warm cups of Somali tea, pivotal talks unfurled on an otherwise ordinary Thursday. The rooms were full of gravity, as representatives from both North Western State of Somalia and Ethiopia gathered to hash out ways to bolster their military and security collaboration. Gathering under the auspices of a shared goal, the dynamic North Western State of Somalia Minister of Defense, Mohamed Yusuf Ali, flanked by Ethiopian Ambassador to North…

Mogadishu (AX) – Picture a bustling airport, the hum of anticipation mingling with the clamor of last-minute announcements. Now, swap the airport for the Iraqi border, where the stakes are not about missed flights, but about national security. That’s the scene as a Somali government delegation, led by the thoughtful and determined Minister of Internal Security Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag, touched down in Iraq. Their mission? To tighten the knots of security cooperation between the two nations. Accompanying Minister…

Mogadishu (AX) - In the bustling heart of Cairo, a significant diplomatic dialogue unfolded between Somalia’s Foreign Minister, Ambassador Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, and Egypt’s agile Foreign Affairs leader, Dr. Badr Abdel Atty. This meeting wasn't just another tick on the political calendar; it was a deliberate stride towards fortifying regional security and intertwining the future destinies of Somalia and Egypt. Gathering amidst the grand historical edifices of Cairo, both ministers drew up an ambitious canvas: invigorating the…

The long-standing dream of bringing Somalia’s identification system into the 21st century is finally blossoming before our eyes. Imagine this: a country ready to leap into the future, armed with a powerful tool known as the Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS). Now, with an astounding capacity to handle two million ten-print records and 50,000 latent records, ABIS is not just a piece of tech hardware—it's a crucial ally in aiding the Somali Police Force's relentless pursuit of justice. It’s like having a digital…

Today, in the bustling atmosphere of the AU CAADP Summit in Kampala, IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu sat down with Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Somalia. The duo converged not only to exchange formalities but to weave a tapestry of dialogue that underscored the necessity of regional harmony and advancement. "We are all in this together," one might say, as they delved deep into strategies for bolstering peace and security across the region. Their conversation was like crafting a blueprint…

Recently, the Rwandan government made headlines by teaming up with U.S. comedian Steve Harvey's company, BILT LLC, in a pact designed to enhance both tourism and investment in the nation. This exciting agreement was formalized in the capital, Kigali, with Rwanda Development Board (RDB) CEO Francis Gatare signing alongside Steve Harvey himself. The focus of this partnership is far-reaching—it aims to develop skills in critical areas like film, media, and education. Moreover, it seeks to promote health and wellness…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - The folks over in the United States are gearing up to fork out a whopping $28 million for the people of Somalia. The focus here is squarely on beefing up security and making sure food is getting to where it's needed the most. It’s all part of a grand vision to ease the burden on families that are grappling with tough economic times and Mother Nature acting up. This cash infusion aims to lend a helping hand to more than 80,000 homes, which translates to a potential boon for a whopping half a…