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Mogadishu (AX) — On a balmy Wednesday evening in the heart of Mogadishu, Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre welcomed Speaker Dileita Mohamed Dileita of Djibouti's Parliament and his team to discuss fortifying the ties between their two nations.The Prime Minister underscored the crucial partnership between Somalia and Djibouti, emphasizing shared goals like development, mutual admiration, and maintaining peace. He extended heartfelt thanks to Djibouti for its unwavering backing in Somalia's journey of…

Mogadishu (AX) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre unveiled the country's most extensive Emergency and Trauma Center at Madiina Hospital in Mogadishu on Tuesday. This marks a significant leap forward in the national healthcare scene. This cutting-edge medical hub can serve 200 patients at once and features specialized zones for patient care, urgent treatment, and childbirth. The center is anticipated to serve as a vital resource, particularly for Somali troops and civilians embroiled in ongoing conflicts with insurgent…

PM Hamza's Dubiously Formulated National Transformation Plan for Somalia: Heading Toward Disaster Opinion - In the tail end of May, the Office of the Prime Minister sprang forth with a National Transformation Plan (NTP), a grand vision aiming to reshape Somalia’s path toward wealth and resilience. The plan sports an ambitious agenda: invigorating the Private Sector via Public Private Partnerships (PPPs), enhancing government performance, and overhauling the economy. It touts itself as a departure from old-school development…

Chatfest Between Putin and Ethiopian Leader Abiy Ahmed Rocks the BRICS Bash KAZAN, Russia — In the bustling metropolis of Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed huddled during the BRICS shindig, diving into ways to solidify their alliance and dig up new collaborative ventures within the ever-growing BRICS family. Spanning from October 22 to 24, this pow-wow was one of the headline events at this year’s summit, featuring movers and shakers from 36 nations. Russia has pulled out all…

In any nation embracing a federal structure, splitting power among branches isn't just a formality—it's the backbone of savvy governance. Each branch—executive, legislative, and judicial—operates in isolation, with its own unique responsibilities. This division stops any one branch from hogging all that tasty authority and encourages checks and balances, which keeps everyone accountable. In a federal institution like Somalia, where regional bodies hold serious sway, a clear-cut division of power is critical for maintaining…

Taoiseach Simon Harris recently engaged in crucial discussions with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni regarding Israel's assaults on UNIFIL positions situated in southern Lebanon. Both Italy and Spain maintain significant detachments of UNIFIL peacekeepers stationed in the tumultuous region. During their dialogue at the EU summit in Brussels, the Taoiseach clearly articulated his viewpoint, emphasizing that the safety of UNIFIL personnel is paramount. He insisted that Israel…

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (AX) — On the brisk morning of Friday, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed unveiled a revamped cabinet lineup, entrusting Dr. Gedion Timothewos with steering the Foreign Ministry. His task: healing Ethiopia's battered global relations post a storm of internal upheaval and regional skirmishes. Transitioning from his prior roles as Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Timothewos was a pivotal mediator during the Tigray fracas. Analysts speculate that his blueprint revolves around mending bridges with Western…

Mogadishu (AX) — The gathering of Somalia's National Consultative Council (NCC), which kicked off in Mogadishu on October 2, 2024, hit a snag when attempts to coax Jubbaland's leader, Ahmed Madobe, back into the fold fizzled out.Madobe made an exit, insisting that Northeastern State and Khatumo's voices must be heard in the discussions. He claimed their omission would undermine the integrity of the elections across Somalia. With Northeastern State's head honcho, Said Abdullahi Deni, sticking to his guns on a no-show stance…

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has confidently dismissed critiques surrounding a landmark agreement to relocate migrants for processing in Albania, marking a first for Europe that is garnering keen attention from fellow leaders across the continent. Yesterday, Italy took a significant step by transferring the inaugural group of migrants to processing centers—specifically, 16 individuals hailing from Egypt and Bangladesh—who are slated to arrive in Albania tomorrow. "This is a bold and innovative approach, reflective…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a surprising twist, Abdi Hashi Abdullahi, the arbiter of the Somali Upper House, rescinded his prior decision to oust Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama from the senate. The initial axe was swung over Jama’s head due to his alleged truancy from several parliamentary gatherings. On Monday, a communique from Hashi revealed that Jama's senatorial service would resume unabated, after the two rival parties reached an accord through wide-ranging discussions. Deputy Prime Minister Jama echoed this…