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The Life and Controversial Death of General Sheegow Mourners gathered in heartfelt unison, their voices echoing through the air with emotional reverberations of "Takbir," as they sought justice for General Sheegow. This was not just another funeral procession—it embodied profound discontent and an underlying quest for clarity. “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” — Martin Luther King Jr. But how does such a sentiment resonate within the unfolding story of General Sheegow? Sentenced to a decade behind…

Somalia's Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Addresses Questions on General Sheegow's Passing On a quiet Tuesday morning at Recep Tayyip Erdogan Hospital in Mogadishu, the air was thick with speculation. The sands of time paused as Somalia’s Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Dahabo Suusow, took to the stage, addressing a crowd eager for clarity. The recent passing of former military officer Sheegow Ahmed Ali, affectionately known by many as "General Sheegow," had stirred multiple reactions and sparked countless…

Somalian Struggles Against Terrorism: A Chronicle of Hope and Resilience Alasow remarked on the grueling night's operations as government soldiers, supported by African Union forces, heroically navigated through a tense and dangerous situation. They worked tirelessly to rescue individuals trapped within the confines of a besieged hotel, including elders, military personnel, and innocent civilians. With a mixture of pride and sorrow, he disclosed, “During the 18-hour siege, our courageous soldiers eliminated two…

In a moment etched into history, the political landscape of transatlantic relations was shaken at its core during a highly publicized meeting in the Oval Office. On a recent Friday, the confrontation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was nothing short of extraordinary—an unprecedented clash that reverberated around the world. Imagine walking into the Oval Office, a sacred space known for fostering important dialogue, only to find yourself in a…

Congolese head of state Denis Sassou Nguesso appointed a new prime minister on Wednesday, May 12. Anatole Collinet Makosso, 56, was a former education minister. He replaces Clément Mouamba in office since 2016 and resigned on May 5 after President Sassou Nguesso's new five-year term. as reported from Brazzaville, Loïcia…

Small cross-border trade is gradually resuming between the city of Rubavu, in Rwanda, and that of Goma in the DRC. The so-called “Petite Barrière” border post, one of the most crossed on the continent, had been closed for eight months because of the Covid-19 crisis. But since November 5, traders gathered in cooperatives, students, teachers or even doctors are allowed to pass subject to having tested negative for Covid -19. A decision taken jointly by the governors of the provinces on both sides of the border.…