Progress

Reimagining Connectivity in Somalia: The Ugaas Nuur Airport Project In the heart of Somalia, amidst the challenges and triumphs of a nation on the rise, a new era of connectivity is unfolding. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Galmudug State President Ahmed Abdi Karie recently embarked on an inspection journey to Ugaas Nuur Airport, a beacon of hope for regional integration and economic revival. A Vision for the Future The Ugaas Nuur Airport, once a mere vision on paper, is swiftly transforming into a vital…

Northeastern State's Resilient Battle Against ISIS: Hope on the Horizon In the heart of northeastern Somalia, amidst the rugged Cal-Miskaad mountains, a saga of perseverance and courage unfolds. The Northeastern State Counter-Terrorism Forces, embodying resilience and tenacity, have been making substantial strides in their battle against ISIS militants. As the sun casts its golden hue over the rugged terrain, a sense of hope and anticipation brews on the horizon—possibly signaling the dawn of peace in a region long plagued…

A Call to Arms: Reinforcing Africa's Fight Against Extremism Sitting in Stuttgart, Germany, the global epicenter of military strategy—an unlikely backdrop for the heart-wrenching dialogue about Africa's future—was now buzzing with a profound purpose. General Charles Kahariri, Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces, delivered a plea that echoed beyond those hallowed halls, reaching the very soul of international security mandates. Unraveling Gains: The Impact of Troop Drawdowns Amidst the gilded conference rooms at AFRICOM…

Mogadishu (AX) - Abdirashid Janan, the intelligence head for Somalia's Gedo region, has leveled some serious claims against Jubbaland’s leader, Ahmed Madobe. He asserts that Madobe is a roadblock to the area’s progress, and the Somali government is all in to wrest control from his grip. In the past, Janan played a significant role in Jubbaland’s security arena. Now, he accuses Madobe of transforming the region into his personal fiefdom, where differing opinions are quashed under pressure. Madobe,…

The menace of climate change, civil strife, and growing resistance to conventional insecticides is paving the way for a concerning rise in disease cases. An entomologist is on the job, gathering mosquitoes along Butuji River in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, thanks to Tiksa Negeri from The New York Times for the visuals. Ethiopia is witnessing a dramatic spike in malaria infections, escalated by armed conflicts, climate change, and mosquitoes developing resistance to medications and insecticides — a setback for a nation that was…

AXADLE, Somalia — Inside the regal setting of the presidential palace, President Said Abdullahi Deni of Northeastern State eagerly met with Denmark's Ambassador Steen Sonne Andersen. Their gathering zeroed in on Somalia's vast political horizons and developmental strides, nodding specifically to Northeastern State’s advancements in democratic governance and active development ventures, as per updates from the presidency. This rendezvous underscored the sustained diplomatic efforts within the region. President Deni shared…

Ethiopian Military Leader Critiques Somali Authorities, Pledges to Safeguard National Progress Jigjiga (AX) — In a bold declaration, Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, the head of the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF), has expressed unwavering commitment to protect Ethiopia's integrity against any looming dangers. He has pointed fingers at Somali officials, alleging their collusion with enemies of the state. His remarks came during the 47th anniversary festivities of Ethiopia's eastern command forces, celebrated in Jigjiga,…

Firefighters in Algeria are finally making progress in their fight against fires that have ravaged northern parts of the country. The rescue service says most of the forest fires in the worst-affected region of Tizi Ouzou have been extinguished thanks to firefighters, army engineers, civilian…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Members of the international community welcomed the progress made in holding free and fair elections in Somalia, arguing that the plan has been fully implemented so far in accordance with the original agreement. The country has launched the long process of selecting the leaders, who will lead the country for the next four years. Already, senatorial elections have started across the country, with Jubaland becoming the first state to choose senators. In a statement, members of the international…

First response from the Ethiopian government after Tigray's Defense Forces (TDF) takeover of Tigray. In Addis Ababa, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and his government are minimizing losses. According to him, his troops left Tigray of their own free will and to look at new priorities. as reported from Addis Ababa,Noé Rochet-BodinThe…