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Trump’s International Funding Halt Puts Anti-Terror Initiatives on Hold

Amidst a seemingly endless undercurrent of geopolitical tension, a group of Somali special forces captains stood stoically against the backdrop of 2022. They were part of a specialized commando unit, their faces stern as they engaged with their U.S. Army trainers. The photograph, captured by Luis Tato for The Washington Post, is a vivid reminder of the complex tapestry of military alliances woven across Africa and the Middle East. In Nairobi, recent developments have thrown a wrench into these delicate dynamics. An…

Somalia Puts a $30,000 Reward on al-Shabab’s Bomb Specialist

In the heart of Mogadishu, where every day is woven with tales of survival and resilience, a new chapter unfolds as the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) steps up its pursuit of justice. In an intriguing move that has captured the attention of both locals and international observers, NISA has rolled out a $30,000 bounty, opening the gates for any tip or hint that could lead them to their target: Yusuf Mohamed Hussein, more infamously known by his alias, Jeeri-Arab. This isn’t just an ordinary manhunt; it’s a…

Jubaland’s Madobe Puts Somalia’s 1PV Election Schedule in Jeopardy

Mogadishu (AX) — Jubaland's big cheese, Ahmed Madobe, has turned his thumbs down on Somalia's federal scheme to roll out a straightforward one-person, one-vote setup. He’s concerned about election tardiness and the chance of officials sticking around longer than they should. During the ongoing National Consultative Council (NCC) huddle in Mogadishu, Madobe's dissent poses a real spanner in the works for the country's electoral makeover, stirring up doubts about timely implementation of the one-person, one-vote system."Back…

Somalia’s Hunger Crisis Deepens as La Niña-Induced Drought Puts Millions at Risk

Mogadishu (AX) — Millions of people in Somalia face dire hunger threats as the La Niña climate pattern predicts below-average rainfall. The situation risks plunging the nation back into the calamity of near-famine that it narrowly avoided back in late 2022. Hence, the UN is urgently appealing for humanitarian relief to prevent an impending food crisis of significant magnitude. A recent report from the IPC, backed by the FAO, OCHA, UNICEF, and WFP, indicates a grim reality: 3.6 million Somalis, or about 19% of the…

Japan puts an end to Senegal’s dreams of a final

Defeated 5-1 by Japan in the semifinals of the Beach Soccer World Cup, Senegal said goodbye to their dreams of a final. The Lions can, however, comfort themselves with a match for third place on Sunday against Switzerland, while the Japanese face Russia. After their historic quarter-final victory over Brazil, the tournament's…

the president puts the army in the front line

Tunisia is still awaiting the appointment of a new prime minister when President Kaïs Saïed fired Hichem Mechichi on Sunday. This Wednesday, July 28, 2021, the President made several announcements, including the creation of a crisis unit coordinated by the military to fight Covid-19. With our special correspondent in Tunis,…

Somali leaders will reach an agreement when the UN puts more pressure on the election

Somali leaders must reach an agreement as the UN raises more pressure due to the dead end MOGADISHU, Somalia - After months of turmoil, Somalia's political leaders have apparently reached an agreement that would effectively end the political dead end, which had shaken the country and led to concern for the international community. For the past five days, under the leadership of Prime Minister…

Somalia’s opposition places Prime Minister Roble on discover

Somalia's opposition places Prime Minister Roble on discover MOGADISHU, Somalia - The Somali Presidential Council has requested Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble to "take his job severely" and be certain that the nation goes to the polls as quickly as doable to keep away from pointless delays that might trigger additional confusion. Somalia shouldn't be but holding elections after…

UNSC puts more pressure on Farmajo over illegal time extension

UNSC puts more pressure on Farmajo over illegal time extension MOGADISHU, Somalia - United Nations Security Council has continued to put pressure on outgoing President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo over the recently approved period extension, a move that rhymes with general opinion from members of the opposition. Two weeks ago, Farmajo irregularly extended his term of office through the…

The price of fertilizer puts farmers in difficulty

For six months, the price of fertilizer has risen. As a result, some farmers are being forced to reduce their use on the African continent. A trend that will not be without consequences. West African farmers are the big losers in the fertilizer market this year. Prices have reached their peak. And some operators are in…

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