Nairobi

Muslims gather for the Maghrib prayers at the newly launched mosque at the Somali Embassy in Nairobi on March 9, 2025. (Photo: Ahmed Shafat) Nairobi (AX) – On an ordinary Sunday, filled with an extraordinary sense of unity and hope, the Somali Embassy in Nairobi was the scene of a poignant event. Amidst an atmosphere of reverence and camaraderie, the embassy celebrated the inauguration of a brand-new mosque, a project brought to life through the munificent donations of Sultan Hussein Ali. As a respected member of the…

A Tale of Silence and Mystery in Wajir “He was taken by unknown men in September. Last night, they simply left him in the dark,” recounted Adam Keynan Wehliye, a fellow legislator from Wajir County. Those words echo a community's unrest, a family's anguish, and a government's inexplicable silence. The gravity of these events found Ahmed, a man spirited away unexpectedly, now thrust into the arms of urgency. In the quiet sterility of a medical facility, doctors found him malnourished, worn by sleep deprivation,…

Mogadishu (AX) – It was a gathering marked by mutual respect and a shared ambition. On a bright Tuesday in Nairobi, Somali Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Bashir Mohamed Jama, sat down with his Kenyan counterpart, Adan Barre Duale. The primary focus? To forge stronger ties between their respective environmental ministries and tackle challenges that know no borders. This significant meeting was not only a convergence of two political figures but a confluence of ideas and aspirations that could ripple positively…

In an unfolding diplomatic drama that has caught the attention of many, former Somali Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble recently found himself at the center of controversy after reportedly being denied a visa application by the South African High Commission in Nairobi. While the incident might seem like just another bureaucratic hiccup, its ramifications extend into broader questions about international relations and the interplay of political narratives. The story begins with Roble’s intent to travel to South Africa,…

Sudan Criticizes Kenya for Hosting RSF, Declares It an Aggressive Move NAIROBI, Kenya - The air was electric and fraught with indignation when Sudanese officials learned that Kenya had opened its doors to the Rapid Support Forces, a move perceived as a significant breach of diplomatic nicety. Gathering at the iconic Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC), the RSF's presence in Nairobi has drawn sharp rebukes from Sudan, questioning the integrity of Kenyan foreign policy. The corridors of diplomacy now…

Mogadishu (AX) — The recent return of Jubaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe to Kismayo marks another chapter in the ongoing saga of his strained dealings with Somalia's federal government. Imagine the tumultuous dynamics of a family feud, where each member grapples with deep-seated grievances yet yearns for some semblance of harmony. Upon Madobe's arrival in Kismayo, the semi-arid interim capital of Jubaland, state media and confidants released a brief video capturing his return. It is a stark contrast to the…

NAIROBI, Kenya - In the swirling political landscape of the Horn of Africa, a recent development has been stirring the pot. Ahmed Islam Mohamed Madobe, the head honcho of Jubaland, took a rather bold and unannounced trip to Kenya. This little escapade has caused quite the stir within Villa Somalia, the political heart of the country, and now there's a storm a-brewing. Word on the street is that Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has found himself in a bit of a pickle with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. They can't seem to see…

Snapshot of a Mystery: On a brisk October day in 2024, security cameras caught glimpses of Hashim Dagane Muhumed, already notorious in Nairobi circles, carting away two hefty bags from a Lavington apartment. The authorities suspect these bags held grim secrets—the dismembered pieces of Deka Abdinoor Gorone, the woman he was growing ever more notorious for allegedly killing. This chilling footage has added gasoline to the investigation and sparked a fierce debate around safety and justice in Nairobi. Source: DCI Kenya "In…

In Nairobi, Lang’ata Cemetery saw a gathering of people to pay homage as three Somali women, victims of a harrowing murder, found their final resting place. This solemn ceremony has underscored the pressing need for justice and security reforms. CREDIT Ahmed Shafat NAIROBI, Kenya (AX) — On a somber Saturday, three Somali women who were kidnapped and brutally murdered in a shocking act that left Kenya reeling, were laid to rest in Nairobi. Waris Daud, along with her daughter Nuseyba Abdi Mohammed and niece Amina Abdirashid,…

NAIROBI, Kenya (AX) — In the heart of Nairobi on Saturday evening, Geoffrey Mosiria, the county's Chief Officer for Environment, swooped down on the Somali-owned Fay Bistrow lounge situated in Kilimani. This operation was a response to continuous clamor from the locals about escalated noise levels. It's all part of Nairobi's ongoing hustle to shush the city's residential zones, and the episode sure stirred the pot. Despite several advisories given to the nightclub's management to dial back on the decibels, they seemed to…