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Archaeologists Announce Unveiling of the Mysterious Ancient Land of Punt in North Western State of Somalia

Hargeisa (AX) — In an enthralling archaeological twist straight out of a historical tome, a group of tireless archaeologists is shining a light on a possible ancient enigma: the legendary "Land of Punt." This elusive kingdom is rumored to have thrived in the Horn of Africa many moons ago, and North Western State of Somalia's soil might just be keeping its secrets. Isaaq Yusuf, the leading light from North Western State of Somalia's Archaeology Organization, is steering this bold venture. Picture Indiana Jones,…

Somali Legislators Caution Against Public Land Purchases in Mogadishu

Report By Axadle Mogadishu (AX) – Imagine waking up one morning in bustling Mogadishu, where the scent of freshly brewed Somali tea mingles with the sound of city life. It's here in this vibrant tapestry of culture and history that a serious brouhaha has brewed. Ninety-seven members—a mini-army if you ask me—of Somalia's federal parliament have come together with a bold message, one that sounds a lot like the famous Sherlock, “Stop thief!” only in this case, the alleged culprits live in the corridors of power, not on Baker…

Somali Authorities Caution Against Unauthorized Purchase of Public Land in Mogadishu

In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, a grave warning has been sent out by some of Somalia's prominent figures: ex-President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Kheyre, and MP Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame. They've raised the alarm about the malpractice of snapping up public land across the city. On a Saturday that will not soon be forgotten, these political bigwigs came together, pointing accusatory fingers at the federal government for shifting locals away and grabbing territory meant for education and…

Hormuud Salaam Foundation Commits to Providing Land for 10,000 Displaced Somali Families

Hormuud Salaam Foundation Offers Land for Resettling 10,000 Displaced Families in Somalia Geneva – In a gathering convened by the UN and Somalia's Ministry of Planning in Geneva, Abdullahi Osman, the CEO of Hormuud Salaam Foundation (HSF), unveiled a substantial initiative to combat the displacement crisis in Somalia. He disclosed that the foundation is donating land worth $7 million to resettle 10,000 families who have been uprooted due to conflict, environmental damage, and climate upheavals. This commitment aligns with…

Kenyan Negotiators Land in Somalia to Seek Resolution to Election Impasse

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Envoys sent by Kenya’s President William Ruto gathered behind closed doors with Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre. Insiders whispered to Axadle that electoral tensions between Mogadishu and Kismayo were front and center. Just two weeks ago, Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud had a chinwag with Ruto in Eldoret, asking for Kenya’s help in brokering peace with Jubaland’s head honcho, Ahmed Islam Mohamed Madobe. The rift between these two bigwigs stems from differing views on the election…

Ethiopia aims to expand its territory by acquiring more land from Somalia, claims the president.

Ethiopia is eyeing more Somali territory, President claims MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somalia's President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, sharply criticized Ethiopia, accusing it of being fixated on Somalia. He argued that the Ethiopian leadership is bent on annexing more Somali land, despite its historical claims. Without specifying the disputed territory, President Mohamud suggested that, since colonial times, Ethiopia has seized Somali land and now seeks further expansion, which defies international boundaries. "From colonial days,…

Somalia’s Foreign Minister Accuses Ethiopia of Exploiting Counterterrorism Efforts to Seize Somali Land

Mogadishu (AX) – Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, sounded a sharp critique, pointing fingers at the Ethiopian government. He claimed they are masking a land grab under the guise of fighting terrorism. At a United Nations Security Council gathering on Friday, Fiqi revealed that Somali authorities had thwarted attempts of Ethiopian-origin arms sneaking into Somalia. They believed these weapons were meant to stir the local pot, which he labeled as a "shameless breach" of…

SSC-Khatumo Cautions Northeastern State Regarding Territorial Conflict, Pledges to Protect Their Land

Las Anod (AX) – The provisional leadership of SSC-Khatumo has leveled serious accusations against the Northeastern State of Somalia, alleging that their actions infringe on SSC-Khatumo's territory. They branded this move as a blatant affront to their governance. On Tuesday, Najib Barkhadle Warsame, the Minister of Information for SSC-Khatumo, delivered a stern message condemning Northeastern State's territorial assertions. "It’s outrageous for Northeastern State to stake a claim on land managed by SSC-Khatumo. This is a…

Egyptian Surgeons Land in Mogadishu to Provide Operations for Somali Patients

An Egyptian medical team touched down in Somalia, ready to provide a range of critical surgeries and treatments for the local populace, as reported by DSEE NEWS on Friday. The Somali Minister of State for Health, Maryam Mohamed Hussein, greeted the visiting Egyptian team at Aden Abdullah International Airport with warm regards (Photo courtesy of DSEE NEWS). The visiting delegation comprises a skilled group of surgeons and medical consultants. They are set to perform orthopedic surgeries, remove tumors, and undertake heart…

Africa, an increasingly dangerous land for

Every August for twelve years, World Humanitarian Aid Day has been an opportunity to remind people that humanitarian workers risk their lives to help local people. For them, Africa represents one of the most dangerous regions. At least four countries on the continent are at-risk countries. Of the 72 people who have died this…

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