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Echoes of Betrayal: Unraveling The Shadows Within Somalia's Military Sphere MOGADISHU, Somalia – In a startling revelation that could be plucked from the pages of a political thriller, Omar Ali Abdi, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Defence, has recently opened the floodgates on a disquieting secret that many have suspected but few dared whisper aloud. Senior government officials, nestled within the layers of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s administration, have allegedly been channeling sensitive military…

Ukraine's New Minerals Deal with the United States: A Path Toward Security and Economic Stability In a significant development, Ukraine is on the verge of finalizing a minerals agreement with the United States, potentially signing it as early as Friday. A Ukrainian official disclosed this information, hinting at Ukraine’s hopes that this deal will pave the way for future security assurances from the American government. It’s important to note the backdrop of this agreement. President Donald Trump previously insisted that…

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…

In a decisive and candid address, President John Mahama recently emphasized a critical message to his administration: the stringent expectation to declare assets by the end of March, as mandated by Ghanaian law. He warns that failure to comply will result in "severe sanctions." This directive underscores his unwavering commitment to combatting corruption, an issue that has plagued many nations, including Ghana. On February 19, during a public asset declaration alongside Ghana's Auditor General, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu,…

Hargeisa (AX) — In a setting where the glimmer of the Gulf meets the vibrancy of ambition, North Western State of Somalia President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro conferred with UAE's Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum on a seemingly ordinary Tuesday. Yet, is any meeting truly ordinary when it dances around the themes of economic cooperation and regional stability? This rendezvous, set against the backdrop of the illustrious Global Government Summit held in Dubai, served as a beacon of…

In a bold move to combat corruption in Liberia, President Joseph Boakai has escalated his administration's efforts by suspending over 400 officials who neglected to declare their assets to the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission. This significant action encompasses a broad array of individuals, including ministers, heads of state-owned enterprises, and ambassadors. These officials will not only lose a month's salary but are also required to relinquish control of government assets until they fulfill the mandatory declaration…

FILE - A solider navigates through the aftermath of a harrowing attack. In the city of Mogadishu, amidst scattered wreckage and fallen dreams, the Afrik hotel stands as a somber reminder of an incident on February 1, 2021. Though the attack was eventually thwarted by security forces, the scars it left behind are a testament to the ongoing strife in Somalia. With a bold statement on Saturday, Somalia's government delivered a stark warning: those who pay extortion money to al-Shabab will face the gavel of justice. In a rare…

In a setting as tranquil as an early Kenyan morning, an unexpected tremor of terror rippled across the vast stretches of Mandera County. Just as the rising sun cut through the morning mist, five government officials vanished, taken by the elusive hands of Al-Shabaab militants. The clock had barely ticked past dawn on Monday when the rugged paths leading from the small outpost of Wargadud to Elwak town witnessed this chilling event. Could anyone there have foreseen such an alarming start to the day? Julius Njeru, Mandera…

In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, an emblem of resilience and endurance, an extraordinary meeting unfolded. On a Sunday that would quietly mark another chapter in Somalia's unfolding narrative, General Asad Osman Abdullahi Diyano, at the helm of the Somali Police Force, found himself in earnest discourse with Michael Nithavrianakis, the UK Ambassador to Somalia. What were they pondering over this crisp afternoon? The labyrinthine intricacies of reinforcing security collaboration and exhilarant counter-terrorism strategies.…

In the dimly lit remnants of a world that seems to have long forgotten compassion, Libyan authorities have stepped forward as unexpected custodians of hope. They rescued 263 African migrants, ensnared in the sullied nets of human traffickers within the Ajkhara district—a name that whispers of anguish and survival. Among the rescued throng are individuals from nations such as Somalia, Eritrea, and Ethiopia, stripped of the most basic human dignities, their bodies marred by signs of severe malnutrition and abuse. The tales…