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On a recent Sunday, US President Donald Trump made a bold declaration regarding terrorism and its presence in Somalia. He stressed that the United States would not stand idly by while “terrorists” attempted to blend in among innocent civilians in the Somali landscape. “We will support the Somali People,” he stated emphatically on social media. His call to action was directed at the Houthis, a group based in Yemen that has been targeting Israeli-affiliated vessels as part of their campaign of solidarity with Gaza, a region in…

The Somali-Sudanese Connection: A Tale of Unity and Resilience “This is a payment of debt. Definitely, we are trying our best to show our gratitude and also to stand by our brothers and the nation of Sudan.” The tapestry of history weaves intricate patterns that bind nations and people. As we delve into the chronicles of the Somali-Sudanese Hospital, one cannot ignore the thread of adversity and resilience that ties Somalia and Sudan together. Picture this: Somalia, a nation…

Nestled within the borders of Benin, Burkina Faso, and Niger lies the W-Arly-Pendjari (WAP) Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its breathtaking biodiversity. Yet, this remarkable sanctuary faces a perilous paradox. What should be a celebration of nature’s splendor is marred by a sinister undercurrent: organized transnational crime. From arms smuggling to drug trafficking and human exploitation, the WAP Complex has become a multifaceted battleground, as highlighted by Feyi Ogunade in The Conversation Africa.…

The border between Somalia and Kenya, often a tense line in the sand, witnessed an unexpected turn of events recently. On a seemingly ordinary Sunday evening, 11 soldiers from the Somali National Army made their way to the Hulugho border, not to patrol or at the call of duty but to seek refuge. Armed, yet vulnerable, they surrendered, rifles shouldered and more than 1,000 bullets in tow. Their decision to cross over into unfamiliar territory did not go unnoticed. As they inched towards Garabey, a small enclave near the…

The UN is closing its offices while the fate of a former prime minister who fled to its premises has still not been resolved. Aristides Gomes fled to the UN Special Bureau in Bissau eight months ago, fearing for his life after President Umaro Sissoco Embalo came to power. On Friday, during a ceremony, the UN Office marks the end of its activities, its mandate ending at the end of the year.…

Nigeria is the world's most vital hub for the unlawful commerce in pangolin. It represents 60% of worldwide seizures in 2018, based on a UN report. This mammal is a uncommon protected species that resembles a protracted hedgehog coated in scales. Its meat is in excessive demand in Asia in addition to its scales for alleged medicinal properties.…