Honors

Celebrating Artistry: Saalax Sanaag's Triumph at the Africa Arts Entertainment Awards In a vibrant fusion of culture and celebration, Saalah Abdirisaq Mohamed, more popularly hailed as Saalax Sanaag, has ascended the ranks of African music stardom. At the 2025 Africa Arts Entertainment Awards in Nairobi, Kenya, Saalax won double accolades: Best Somali Artist and Most Dedicated Performer in East Africa. Is this recognition just another token, or does it herald a rebirth for Somali music on the international stage?…

Political Insights: Unity, Elections, and a Future Coalition The former Prime Minister, a political stalwart in Kenya's landscape, recently provided insights suggesting that the upcoming general elections will witness the active participation of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). What remains ambiguous, however, is whether ODM will field a presidential contender for the next electoral cycle in 2027. Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga shared these sentiments during the Mombasa Eid Baraza on April 5, 2025. The…

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Hormuud Salaam Foundation recently threw a bash to celebrate their second lot of scholarship whiz kids in Mogadishu. It's a testament to HSF's relentless drive to put the wind beneath Somalia's educational wings. Imagine an eclectic mix of bright sparks from Agriculture to Computer Science, and Sales to Law & Sharia—they’ve all strutted across the stage with diplomas from top dogs like SIMAD and Somali National University in hand. And guess who foot the bill? Yep, the magical money tree…

As the nation mourns the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, President-elect Donald Trump took a moment to pay his respects while his casket lay in state in Washington, D.C. Joined by his wife, Melania, Trump stood solemnly in the grand space of the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, offering a heartfelt tribute to the late president. For several moments, they observed the flag-draped coffin, a powerful symbol of the legacy Carter left behind. After a long inhalation and a grasp of Melania’s hand, they quietly departed the…

Mogadishu (AX) — On the 21st of November, Somalia celebrated its cherished Teachers' Day. The affair was headlined by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, who highlighted the ongoing governmental efforts to tackle the educational sector's roadblocks. President Mohamud, communicating with the nation via a televised speech, showered teachers with praise, describing them as the "backbone of Somali society." He poignantly remarked, "While our soldiers secure the present, it is our…

Ethiopia Honors Late North Western State of Somalia Leader Siilaanyo, Celebrates His Impact on Cross-Nation Relations ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ahmed Mohamed Mohamud, fondly known as Siilaanyo, the former leader of North Western State of Somalia. He left us at 86. In their heartfelt message, Ethiopian representatives commended Siilaanyo for nurturing a robust bond between Ethiopia and North Western State of Somalia. During his…

Certainly! Here's a reimagined version of the content: Somali Triumph Tales: Gathering Cheers for Fintech's Rise MOGADISHU, Somalia — Celebrating Somalia's bustling fintech sector, the third annual Somali Triumph Tales Conference wrapped up on October 17 at the vibrant Sahal Hall in Mogadishu. Hosted by Hormuud Telecom, the event brought together government heads, key business leaders, policymakers, scholars, and sector specialists to delve into the nation's dynamic fintech sphere. The spotlight at the conference was…