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Mogadishu (AX) - Against the backdrop of fluttering flags and the hum of bustling streets, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud touched down in the enchanting, ever-bustling city of Cairo. It was Wednesday, and the president, accompanied by an entourage of dignitaries, heeded the call to visit Egypt—a gesture of friendship extended by none other than Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi. Talk about rolling out the red carpet! Amid the aroma of Egyptian spices swirling through the air, the agenda of…

When President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud touched down in Addis Ababa recently, it wasn't merely a standard diplomatic escapade. His mission aimed to firm up the ties between Somalia and Ethiopia, a relationship that’s as intricate as a spider’s web and just as crucial for regional peace. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, a notable figure in African politics, extended a warm welcome at Bole International Airport. "It's an honor to greet President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia during this pivotal visit," Abiy expressed with genuine…

Kenya has committed to dispatching an additional 600 police officers to Haiti, aiming to curb the influence of gangs gripping Port-au-Prince and its surroundings. Talks will center on hastening this deployment, crucial for reinstating peace in the embattled areas. Haiti's Prime Minister, Garry Conille, is presently in Kenya for an official four-day stint,set to engage with President William Ruto and high-ranking officials. Their dialogues will emphasize quickly sending the extra 600 officers to Haiti, refocusing efforts to…

Mogadishu (AX) – Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe, head of Jubaland, touched down in Mogadishu on Wednesday to join the imminent National Consultative Council (NCC) powwow. The onlookers at Aden Adde International Airport brought the heat, greeting federal lawmakers, ministers, and other bigwig politicos, making it the second such welcome of the day for a regional honcho. Earlier, Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen from Southwest arrived in the bustling city for the eagerly awaited NCC gathering. In just a few days, the NCC…