Somalia

Mogadishu (AX) – In a move as monumental as it is symbolic, the Somali government has resolved a debt dispute with the Abu Dhabi Development Fund (ADFD) originating from the ill-fated Juba Sugar Factory project. This triumph sees $257 million etched off the slate, an encouraging milestone in Somalia's ambitious economic revival plan. Amid the opulence of Dubai and the stimulating atmosphere of the World Government Summit, a simple yet momentous act took place. Somalia’s Finance Minister, Bihi Iman Igeh, alongside ADFD’s…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant stride towards bolstering national security, Somalia’s federal government recently dispatched elite units from the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) to invigorate ongoing military operations against the looming threats of Al-Shabaab and ISIS. This move, brimming with both hope and resolve, marks a new chapter in Somalia’s long-standing struggle against insurgency. The day was Tuesday, when the ceremonial drums beat in Mogadishu as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud stood before…

BALIDHIDIN, Somalia — A lone figure lay on the sun-drenched ridge, a fallen Islamic State combatant, as Somali soldiers, heavily armed and determined, wound their way to a distant cavern. Their progress brought them to a new frontier against the global menace of the Islamic State. In the semi-autonomous region of Northeastern State, the threat has been growing. Foreign militants arrive in torrents, and these hostile infiltrators have turned Somalia into a pivotal launching pad for radical operations. By their side, money…

On a seemingly typical Monday, the United Nations relief agency issued a fervent plea for bolstered resources to combat the worsening drought crisis ravaging several regions in Somalia. To some, a drought might evoke images of a sun-baked desert, but here it embodies a looming catastrophe jeopardizing countless lives. But how did we reach this critical juncture? The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) sounded an alarm about persistently extreme dry conditions worsening the already precarious…

Somalia: Ex-President Criticizes Federal Forces Over Recent Actions MOGADISHU, Somalia - Standing against the backdrop of escalating strife, Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has vociferously lambasted federal troops for their recent raids in Mogadishu. The incursions, taking place at a security post in Jasiira and an opposition gathering, have been harshly described by Ahmed as "barbaric acts" that echo oppression from a bygone era. The once-leader, now at the helm of the Himilo Qaran party, delivered an…

Dubai (AX) – Amid the swirling sands and towering skyscrapers that frame the 2025 World Government Summit in Dubai, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro of North Western State of Somalia made a striking declaration. With a blend of resolution and hope, he underscored an ambition that echoes from the halls of Hargeisa to the corridors of power in Washington and London: international recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state. Why does this aspiration for recognition seem so elusive yet…

Resilient Northeastern State: A Tale of Defiance Against ISIS BOSASO, Somalia - In a dramatic encounter that tested the very fabric of resilience, Northeastern State forces have once again stood their ground against an ISIS insurgency. Military officials have confirmed a resolute counterattack lasting several hours that delivered a substantial blow to the militants, whose influence notably wanes across Somalia's landscape. At dawn, a…

Somalia Stands Firm Against Relocation of Gaza Refugees In recent days, whispers and murmurs have filled the airwaves, with talk of Somalia playing host to displaced Palestinians from Gaza—a notion reported by both Israeli and British media. Yet, Somalia has promptly drawn a line in the sand, firmly refusing to be swayed by such proposals. Was it audacity or merely political theatre? Earlier this month, US President Donald Trump unveiled a plan that many found hard to digest. The plan suggested…

Mogadishu—In a fervent declaration of hope and determination, Somali Lower House Speaker Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur Madobe articulated a vision this Monday. The vision was for a Somalia where every voice counts—a nation transitioning to an electoral system where one person equals one vote. Imagine a democratic renaissance, where each Somali citizen can directly elect their leaders; it's not just reform—it’s a transformation of a nation's soul. Isn’t it time for such a progression? During a spirited gathering in…

BOSASO, Somalia - In a daring and complex operation, the Northeastern State Defense Forces have taken decisive action against ISIS, culminating in the death of a Tunisian fighter alongside two Somali insurgents. This event marks a pivotal stride in eradicating the terrorist presence in northern Somalia. Why focus on Northeastern State, you might wonder? This region has become a battleground for a formidable campaign against violent extremism, particularly the ISIS militants who have been sharpening their claws in Somali…