strategies

KAMPALA, Uganda — In a bid to foster international collaboration and bolster regional security, President Yoweri Museveni has announced that Uganda will hold a significant summit on April 25. This meeting is part of a broader effort to engage important stakeholders in an ever-evolving dialogue concerning the AUSSOM operation underway in Somalia. The operation, which launched at the dawn of 2025, has its sights set squarely on stabilizing this turbulent region. But why, you may ask, does this summit hold any special…

The leader of the Democrats in the U.S. Senate has called for a "full investigation" following confirmation from the White House that a journalist was included in a group chat where U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other top officials discussed impending strikes against Yemen's Houthi group. On March 15, U.S. President Donald Trump announced these strikes, which have sparked significant concern over a notable security breach. Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, revealed he received hours of advance…

Fahad Yasin's Political Machinations: A Renewed Conspiracy to Undermine Somalia’s Stability Edited By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International–Monitoring EDITORIAL | Fahad Yasin, the former Director of Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), recently thrust himself back into the political spotlight with an interview that has stirred some potent emotions and sparked curiosity among observers. His criticisms of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud…

The ONLF and Ethiopia: Unfulfilled Promises and Waning Trust Mogadishu (AX) — In a highly charged statement, the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has made waves by accusing the Ethiopian government of reneging on the promises of the 2018 peace agreement. This has brought a potent mix of disappointment and frustration to a head. They allege that under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, there has been systematic suppression of Somali political participation. Could this friction spell the end of a fragile…

As we navigate through one of the most challenging decades in recent history, it's hard to overlook the profound repercussions of the U.S. humanitarian aid cuts. The tragedy, sadly, strikes hardest where it can least be afforded – the least-developed nations, including a slew of African countries. For years, these regions have leaned heavily on international aid, a lifeline providing not just resources but hope for a brighter future.…

In a moment that felt both extraordinary and unnerving, the political landscape shifted dramatically. The Oval Office witnessed a very public confrontation between US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This encounter is destined to be recorded as one of the most jarring political press events in recent history. The air was thick with tension as President Zelensky seemingly fell into what appeared to be a very public ambush. He took issue with Mr. Vance’s assertion…

In a significant gathering recently held in Lusaka, the capital of Zambia, leaders from various African air forces came together with a unified purpose: to bolster military aviation across national boundaries. The discussions primarily revolved around the increasingly complex dynamics of humanitarian crises and the essential role of disaster relief in addressing these challenges. As the world faces an array of trials—natural disasters, conflict, and pandemics—the discourse turned to how coordinated military efforts can serve…

It's always a fascinating journey when cultures and ideas intersect, isn't it? Such was the atmosphere when Sheikh Noor Mohammad Hassan, serving as Somalia’s Ambassador to Pakistan, engaged in a pivotal meeting with Ibrahim Hasan Murad, President of the University of Management and Technology (UMT) and a former Minister. The setting? UMT’s verdant Johar Town campus in the bustling city of Lahore. This meeting was not your run-of-the-mill diplomatic dialogue. Instead, it was a conduit for sparking innovation and bolstering…

Baidoa (AX) – In a region often clouded by uncertainty and conflict, a significant gathering took place on Saturday within the heart of the Southwest state. Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen, the president of the Southwest regional state, orchestrated a security council meeting in Baidoa. The primary focus? Crafting strategies as intricate as a game of chess to bolster regional security and confront the ever-present menace of Al-Shabaab militants. Picture a room filled with anticipation and determination as the council…

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) is truly hitting its stride in 2024, and the buzz surrounding its accomplishments is palpable. Gone are the days when the board merely responded to international invites like a teenager waiting for a friend’s call for a night out. Instead, it has revamped its strategy, diving headfirst into a proactive and purposeful method of consolidating both foreign and domestic investments within the pristine landscapes of Namibia. Talk about making a statement! With a keen…