Somalia
Kenyan doctor abducted by al-Shabaab in Somalia appears on video, appeals for release
MOGADISHU — A Kenyan doctor working with a United Nations medical evacuation team in Somalia says the al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab has…
Somalia
Somalia
Egypt Pledges Enhanced Red Sea Security, Backing African Union Mission in Somalia
CAIRO — Egypt will step up efforts to safeguard Red Sea maritime routes and back a new African Union mission…
Somalia
Somalia Celebrates 65 Years of Diplomatic Relations with China
Sunday December 21, 2025 MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia and China on Tuesday marked the 65th anniversary of their diplomatic relations…
Somalia
Puntland State State of Somalia Minister Urges Dialogue with Somali Future Council on Elections
KISMAYO, Somalia — A senior Puntland State official urged President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to embrace the outcomes of the Somali…
Somalia
Security flaw in Somalia’s new e-visa risks thousands’ personal data
Somalia’s relaunched e-visa website contains a fresh security flaw that could let malicious actors download large numbers of e-visas containing…
Somalia
Villa Somalia-Led Disputed Election Process Threatens Somalia’s Stability and State-Building
Analysis: Somalia’s ‘one person, one vote’ push risks crisis without consensus and constitutional safeguards Somalia’s federal government is advancing a…
East-Africa
North Western State of Somalia reports 19 dead, 200+ injured amid Borama protests
North Western State of Somalia says 19 killed, 214 injured as Borama protests over Xeer Ciise turn deadly BORAMA, North…
East-Africa
North Western State of Somalia Reports 19 Deaths, 200-Plus Injuries During Protests in Borama
BORAMA, North Western State of Somalia — Nineteen people were killed and 214 injured in clashes between security forces and…
Somalia
Somalia risks breaking apart as political stalemate persists, Puntland State leader warns
Puntland State leader warns Somalia could fracture amid political deadlock, urges dialogue with Mogadishu KISMAYO, Somalia — Puntland State President…
Somalia
Somalia to launch new passport in 2026, immigration authority confirms
Somalia to roll out new passport in 2026 as immigration agency touts security, digital reforms Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 MOGADISHU…
East-Africa
Somalia and Djibouti Defense Ministers Meet for Talks in Mogadishu
Somalia and Djibouti deepen defense ties as EASF ministers convene in Mogadishu MOGADISHU — Somalia and Djibouti on Wednesday reinforced…
