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Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant move signaling his commitment to urban development and community welfare, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein, affectionately known as Muungaab, has announced the appointment of new district commissioners for two key areas in the Banaadir Region. This action represents not just a shift in leadership but a broader vision aimed at steering the Somali capital toward a more stable and prosperous future. On Wednesday, Governor Muungaab appointed Mr. Omar Meeyre Mo’ow as the new commissioner of…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant show of support for the ongoing military efforts against al-Shabab, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein, known as Muungaab, the Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, has recently delivered an essential shipment of medical supplies to the brave Community Defense Forces. These valorous men and women stand shoulder to shoulder with the Somali National Army, engaged in critical operations in the Hiiraan region. During a heartfelt handover ceremony in Mogadishu on Tuesday, Mayor Muungaab…

New Leadership in Mogadishu: Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein Muungaab Takes the Helm Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant shift within the municipal leadership landscape, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has appointed Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein Muungaab as the new Governor of the Banadir Region and the Mayor of Mogadishu. This decision comes as part of a presidential decree issued on Wednesday, which officially relieves Mohamed Ahmed Amiir of his duties. This appointment brings both continuity and change. Dr. Muungaab isn’t…

A New Dawn for Sheffield: The Inspiring Journey of Saeed In a heartfelt acceptance speech, the inaugural black woman to don the hijab for the prestigious role of Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Saeed, spoke with both humility and fierce determination. “I am honoured to be the first black woman wearing a hijab to take this role,” she declared, her voice echoing with palpable pride. Saeed’s journey began back in 1985 when she arrived in Sheffield, a city that she now describes as her home—"a place where I have always felt I…

Ukraine may be faced with the difficult decision of ceding some of its territory in pursuit of a "temporary" peace with Russia, according to Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko. "One of the scenarios is... to give up territory. It's not fair," he shared in an interview with the BBC, emphasizing that, "for the peace, temporary peace, maybe it can be a solution." His comments follow a devastating missile and drone attack on Kyiv that resulted in the loss of at least 12 lives and left more than 80 injured. As the person responsible…

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has firmly declared that he will not be intimidated, despite a court ruling that has placed him under arrest pending trial in a corruption investigation. "Together, we will stand united against this blow, this dark mark on our democracy... I remain resolute; I will not be subdued," Mr. İmamoğlu stated in a recent post on X. This ruling came just four days after his detention ignited the worst civil unrest Turkey has seen in over a decade. Currently, Mr. İmamoğlu is among 100 individuals being…

The Arrest of Imamoglu: A Nation's Reaction and a Glimpse of Justice In a world where political landscapes shift as swiftly as the tides, Turkey stands at a precipice of significant transformation. The arrest of Imamoglu, alongside more than a hundred other figures including politicians, journalists, and businessmen this past Wednesday, marks a pivotal moment in Turkey's contemporary history. One might ask, amidst this chaos, what lies beneath the surface? "This may seem like a fleeting moment to some, but to many, it's…

In defiance of a street protest ban, thousands of Turks have taken to the streets, protesting what they deem the undemocratic detention of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. The opposition has seized this moment to hold President Tayyip Erdogan accountable for this controversial action. As Imamoglu's supporters gathered, opposition leaders labeled the detention a "coup attempt," leading to widespread demonstrations both domestically and in response from European leaders. The unrest escalated as protestors faced off with…

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…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the heart of Mogadishu, Mayor Yusuf Hussein Jimale Madaale held an important gathering with the interim parliamentary committee focused on electoral laws. Their agenda? To bolster the electoral proceedings and ensure transparency in upcoming elections for Somalia’s capital. Central to their conversations was the idea of implementing elections based directly on citizens' voting rights. This idea received backing and insightful suggestions from the Banadir regional administration. These talks are a…