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President Will Ruto addresses Wajir residents during his North Eastern tour on February 5th, 2025. President William Ruto's recent journey across North Eastern Kenya has stirred a complex array of questions and controversies, shaking the dusty plains where political ambitions converge with historical anomalies. Is this sojourn about redressing the historical marginalization of the Somali community in Kenya, or does it signal an opportunistic ploy to bolster electoral figures with potential foreign influence? As the 2027…

In a striking move indicative of a tumultuous political landscape, former President Donald Trump has rescinded the security clearance of his predecessor, Joe Biden. This action arrives amidst a flurry of directives aimed at fundamentally reshaping the structures and agencies responsible for American humanitarian outreach. The 77-year-old former billionaire, now pursuing a different sort of power, has also put a freeze on aid directed towards South Africa—home to his prominent supporter, Elon Musk. Further solidifying his…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a charged atmosphere of growing political tension, Somali Minister of Security Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag has thrown serious accusations against Ahmed Madobe, the President of Jubbaland State. Fartaag, in a fiery address delivered in the heart of Mogadishu on Saturday, painted Madobe as not merely a political rival but a profound obstructionist, hampering the painstaking fight against the militant group, al-Shabaab. His words resounded with palpable frustration. Fartaag sparked a blend of intrigue…

In a recent development that has stirred the political landscape, former U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to retract President Joe Biden's security clearance and his entitlement to daily intelligence briefings. As it goes, history seems to repeat itself: Trump's action mirrors what Biden enacted upon taking office, altering the traditional courtesies extended to former presidents. Trump took to his Truth Social platform to announce his decision. "There is no need for Joe Biden to continue receiving access to…

Somali President Arrives in Uganda for Talks on Security and Economic Ties KAMPALA — In a gesture that underscores the evolving dynamics of East African diplomacy, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud touched down in Uganda this past Friday. Invited by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, the visit highlights the determination of both leaders to fortify ties—especially against a backdrop of regional upheaval and economic aspirations. The encounter between Mohamud and Museveni was not merely…

Amid the craggy peaks of the Cal Miskaad mountain range, where terracotta landscapes meet the azure waters of the Gulf of Aden, sits a man—silent and solitary. He's beside the charred remains of military supply vehicles, a sombre testament to a recent skirmish that has left many counting their losses. This tableau of destruction unfolds in Bosaso, Northeastern State, in eastern Somalia, where the echoes of conflict have long resonated. WASHINGTON — Destruction, as old as time. But here, visceral and overwhelming;…

Ethiopia’s National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) has revealed that the ongoing security operation by Kenya against the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) is a concerted effort with Ethiopian security forces. This operation, targeting “OLA camps” on both sides of the border, underscores a strategy where borderlines blur into zones of mutual concern and cooperation. What has led these two countries to act in unison against threats lurking at geographical seams? On February 4, NISS issued a statement indicating that this…

BOSASO, Somalia - On a perilous Tuesday evening under the expansive sky of the Northeastern State state in Somalia, an intense operation executed by Northeastern State forces resulted in the demise of 57 militants associated with ISIS, a significant portion of whom were foreigners. This strategic offensive was markedly bolstered by the formidable US Africa Command along with other international allies. Axadle's sources affirmed a series of tactical airstrikes across various sanctuary locations within the rugged Cal-Miskaad…

On Monday, President Donald Trump agreed to suspend for 30 days his looming tariff threats against Mexico and Canada. Why this sudden change of heart? It appears our two largest trading allies made significant efforts to tackle Trump's concerns over border security and drug-related issues, efforts that warranted a temporary reprieve. Consider this pause a cooling-off period after what could only be described as a tempestuous few days. North America found itself on the brink of a trade war—a situation brimming with the…

The intricacies of maritime operations in the Red Sea are taking a pivotal turn, reframing international collaborations like never before. Picture a vast ocean where towering commercial vessels navigate their journeys, shielded under the vigilant watch of an elite operation. Enter the scene: Operation Aspides, a guardian of these mighty ships, quietly ensuring safe passage through one of the world’s most strategic waterways. The Maritime Security Centre Horn of Africa, a linchpin in these naval undertakings, stands on the…