Somali

Mogadishu (AX) – Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, sounded a sharp critique, pointing fingers at the Ethiopian government. He claimed they are masking a land grab under the guise of fighting terrorism. At a United Nations Security Council gathering on Friday, Fiqi revealed that Somali authorities had thwarted attempts of Ethiopian-origin arms sneaking into Somalia. They believed these weapons were meant to stir the local pot, which he labeled as a "shameless breach" of…

Mogadishu (AX) — As Israel's airstrikes rage across Lebanon, countless Somali students find themselves ensnared in Beirut, caught in the turmoil. The bombings, honing in on Hezbollah's lairs, have laid waste to Lebanon's capital, claimed thousands of lives, and shattered vital infrastructure. The plight of Somali students, alongside other foreigners, grows grimmer as flights remain halted and escape routes choked. An enormous Israeli airstrike in eastern Lebanon, close to Syria's border, blasted a 12-foot-wide crater,…

In a recent turn of events, Abdiwali Abdullahi finds himself in hot water, facing accusations of consumer fraud concerning the marketing of his planned Nolosha Development in Lakeville. A legal pursuit is underway to secure refunds for the countless families potentially swindled. The state's legal eagle, Attorney General Keith Ellison, has squared off against the developer targeting the Somali community in Lakeville. This bit of intrigue was disclosed in The Minnesota Star Tribune by Alex Kormann. Fueling the fire, this…

Somali Troops Reclaim Key Location Amid Slow Progress in Fight Against Al-Shabaab MOGADISHU, Somalia – The Somali National Army (SNA) has reclaimed Ali Yabal, a crucial town situated approximately 18 kilometers from Eeldheer in the Galgaduud region, from Al-Shabaab militants. This development marks a notable advancement for government forces after over a year of sluggish movement in their campaign against these insurgents. The specifics of this maneuver remain somewhat elusive. The SNA has indicated that this was part of a…

Inside Somali Political Leaders' NCC Gathering in Mogadishu MOGADISHU, Somalia - Recently taking center stage, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud summoned a crucial meeting of the National Consultative Council (NCC) in Mogadishu. This rare assembly of Somali leadership comes amidst persistent security hurdles and pressing threats to the nation's sovereignty. Sparking off today, this Thursday gathering occurs as Somalia grapples with Ethiopian threats concerning Red Sea access. This tension prompted Somalia to forge a defense…

In an iconic moment, the new Somali Police Chief Asad Osman Abdullahi Diyaano (far right) accepted command from the outgoing Chief Major General Sulub Ahmed Firin (far left) amidst a formal handover at the Somali Police Headquarters in Mogadishu. Overseeing this baton-passing spectacle was Minister of Internal Security Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag (center). Mogadishu (AX) — It's a fresh era for the Somali Police Force! Tuesday's ceremony saw Asad Osman Abdullahi Diyaano grip the reins as the new leader at the police…

Somali Leaders Hold Secretive Talks Over Ethiopian Troops MOGADISHU, Somalia — Amid swirling tensions around Ethiopian military presence, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is in a fragile negotiation with Abdiaziz Laftagareen, the president of Somalia's Southwest State, insiders disclosed Tuesday. The high-stakes meeting, shrouded in secrecy, seeks to tackle the thorny issue of Ethiopian soldiers jostling around Somalia's sovereignty and regional tranquility. This happens against the backdrop of geopolitical plays involving…

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud (left) accepts a ceremonial gift from Haluk Bayraktar (right), CEO of Baykar Technologies, in a Mogadishu meet aimed at enhancing Somalia-Turkey defence ties. Mogadishu (AX) — Over the weekend, Haluk Bayraktar, the CEO of Turkey's defence behemoth Baykar and the brain behind the globally acclaimed Bayraktar TB2 drone, touched down in Mogadishu, flagging a renewed vigor in Somalia-Turkey relations. Welcomed by Somalia's Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, Bayraktar then had…

Mogadishu (AX) – On Wednesday, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud kicked off the National Consultative Council (NCC) gathering in Mogadishu, aiming squarely at tackling key political and security concerns. Over the course of two days, this meeting pulls together heavyweights from four regional states - Jubaland, Hirshabelle, Southwest, and Galmudug. The mayor of Mogadishu, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, and his deputy are also in attendance. Per the federal government's insights, the agenda is crammed with…

Mogadishu (AX)— This year, Somali National University witnessed its biggest turnout ever as nearly 4,000 students took part in the National University Admission Test. The historic event was highlighted during the exam's opening ceremony. Minister of Education Farah Sheikh Abdulqadir reminisced about the university's remarkable journey since it was revived a decade ago. He highlighted that the participation of 3,924 students symbolizes a renewed fervor for education and the rising aspirations of Somali youth to attain higher…