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In a bold and controversial move, Elon Musk has declared that all federal employees in the United States must justify their roles or face termination. This announcement came mere hours after former President Donald Trump urged Musk to adopt a more aggressive stance on reducing government expenditures. As the wealthiest individual in the world and a prominent benefactor of Trump’s political endeavors, Musk has taken the lead in a significant restructuring effort aimed at the federal workforce. He stated unequivocally, "All…

In the evolving political landscape of Somalia, it's a notable milestone that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has directed his attention towards Northeastern State, a region that has long been both a strategic ally and occasional adversary. Yet, one might ponder: Why has it taken three months for this acknowledgment? Yasin hints at this very question, urging Northeastern State's administration to meet the federal government's overture with open arms and a spirit of collaboration. It’s time for Northeastern State's President…

AXADLE, Somalia - In the evolving saga of Somalia's regional politics, Northeastern State has categorically refuted recent accusations from Somalia's Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi. He claimed that Northeastern State has been deliberately sidelining the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) in its intense and ongoing campaign against IS-Somalia insurgents. But how can we trust these allegations when the atmosphere is so politically charged? To delve a bit deeper, let's consider this perspective: Mohammed Abdirahman…

FILE - Somali National Army soldiers stand vigilant against the notorious al-Shabab militants in the Middle Shabelle region of Somalia on Dec. 10, 2012. Fast forward to Feb. 20, 2025, when Somali authorities reported a significant victory. The sobering reality of more than 100 al-Shabab militants losing their lives in the conflict serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle. In a decisive show of resilience, Somali National Army troops thwarted assaults on four strategically crucial military bases on Thursday. The…

Sudan has taken a bold step—recalling its ambassador from Kenya in a dramatic response to the latter's decision to host discussions aimed at forming an alternate government. The story, intricate and multi-layered, reflects not just a geopolitical quarrel but the often unpredictable dance of diplomacy. Sudan's Foreign Ministry, never one to mince words, remarked that Ambassador Kamal Jabara was summoned "for consultations." Why, you wonder? Kenya's seemingly audacious move to bring together individuals from the Rapid Support…

Mogadishu (AX) – On Thursday, the Somali government stepped into the spotlight, addressing its vigilant watch over the legal and humanitarian status of Somali nationals imprisoned in Saudi Arabia. This move comes on the heels of a fervent protest in Mogadishu, where families of detainees facing execution spilled their worries onto the streets. Their cries echo: will justice have an ear? The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, echoing a chorus of duty and humanity, pledged allegiance to the cause of these…

Jubaland Accuses Somali Govt of Politicizing Aid and "Consolidating Federal Power" KISMAYO, Somalia — It is a scene as vivid as a painter's stroke. Jubaland, a name echoing across Somalia's tumultuous landscape, is at odds yet again with the central powers that be. The cordial handshake of unity between Ahmed Madobe, the stalwart leader of Jubaland, and the federal government has now turned glacial. Consider this: When President Madobe addressed the people from Kismayo, the air was thick with anticipation. In…

“As long as this system remains unchanged, our expectations from the federal government remain nonexistent. We do not recognize it as a true national administration serving Somalia's collective interests,” Madobe emphatically declared. Intriguingly, he likened it to "an enterprise operating in Mogadishu." His words were neither mere rhetoric nor isolated discontent; they reverberated the escalating discord between Somalia’s regional states and the central government. Consider Jubaland—a region…

Somalia Steps Towards Global Trade Recognition Mogadishu (AX) — A significant stride has been taken in Somalia's ambitious journey towards economic integration. On a crisp Tuesday morning in Geneva, the Somali federal government delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama, engaged in a pivotal meeting with World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, setting the wheels in motion for Somalia's accession to the esteemed global trade body. The delegation's…

Mogadishu (AX) – With an air of both determination and urgency, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud stepped up to address the nation with a poignant message: taxes matter. In a country grappling with financial instability, his administration is poised to launch a far-reaching tax collection initiative in the days to come. The message was clear as he spoke to the people of Mogadishu on Monday. President Mohamud extended an appeal, perhaps even a plea, for cooperation, underscoring a fundamental tenet of civic duty—the…