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Saturday April 25, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbalooshe, Somalia’s former intelligence chief, has delivered a pointed rebuke of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, accusing his administration of failing to make headway on the country’s worsening security and political problems. Speaking in an interview on Thursday, Sanbalooshe said hopes that the president would remedy earlier governance failures had not materialized. “Nothing has been corrected. There is no progress in the country as a whole,” he…

How anxiety over a growing Somali community collides with a long, largely erased history Public unease over the growth of the Somali community in Kenya has resurfaced in recent days, framed in some quarters as a demographic and political threat. The question has been raised bluntly: Is the expanding Somali presence in Kenya – and globally – something other communities should fear? The latest round of controversy was sparked when a cleric warned Kenyans to be wary of the “implosion” in the size and influence of Somali…

The US Department of Justice has proposed a far-reaching overhaul of Google’s structure and business practices, including the sale of its Chrome browser, in a bid to end its monopoly on internet search.

This past Saturday, a coalition of Somali leaders gathered in Minnesota to publicly endorse GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump for a second term, a development revealed during a press briefing. The event unfolded over nearly an hour, featuring the voices of more than ten prominent Somali figures who passionately articulated their reasons for backing the 45th president. Key topics included pressing matters like public safety, education, and economic challenges. "Our situation is dire. The working class and middle…

Just a few days back, the Hennepin Healthcare Board made a historic move by appointing Mohammad Omar as its new chair, making him the first Somali American to lead a hospital board in Minnesota. This milestone is noteworthy and reflects a transformation in leadership. Omar is on a mission to harness his experiences as a Somali immigrant to reinstate public trust in the hospital framework and to strengthen its dedication to fair and inclusive care. Within the vibrant halls of HCMC, bustling with patients, Omar finds…

Recently, Turkey's exploration vessel, the Oruc Reis, accompanied by Turkish naval forces, embarked from Istanbul, journeying toward Somali waters. Their aim? Hunt for what are touted as bountiful energy resources. This mission is a part of a broader pact on energy and security strands between Turkey and Somalia, amid what experts call a burgeoning camaraderie. Yet, there's a caveat. These analysts also wave red flags over escalating regional tensions that could derail Ankara’s dreams. Turkey's ambitions rest heavily on…

The Navy's conclusions come after several moons filled with inquiries about the Jan. 11 mishap. CENTCOM has decided to halt its search for two U.S. Navy SEALs lost during a nocturnal operation. Two brave U.S. Navy SEALs tragically drowned in a pitch-black raid off Somalia's shores last Jan., weighed down by their gear, as revealed by a military probe carried out last Friday. The report from the Naval Special Warfare Command closes a heartrending nine-month journey to solve the mystery of how two top-tier operatives lost…

Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia’s banking industry, worth a cool $2 billion, is gearing up for some serious expansion. This growth spurt is fueled by new rules and a rising wave of interest in fintech. But there's a hitch with bringing cryptocurrencies into the mix, as the sector grapples with syncing up international financial norms and Islamic banking values. While people are starting to buzz about cryptocurrency in Somalia, the chatter is still pretty nascent. Local banks are dipping their toes into figuring out how to weave…

Somali Youth Link, backed financially by the government, brings in Somali elders to steer young folks away from mischief around the Twin Cities. Farhio Khalif launched this initiative in the midst of the pandemic when there was a noticeable uptick in troublesome behavior among Somali teens, including run-ins with the law for actions like launching fireworks at cops. Today, the group collaborates hand in glove with local police. --- Farhio Khalif started Somali Youth Link during the pandemic to curb youth mischief in…

Comparisons abound as Omar steps into the Miss Universe spotlight, drawing parallels to Halima Aden, the trailblazing Somali-American model. Aden made history as the first to don a hijab in the 2016 Miss Minnesota USA contest, reaching the semi-finals. Emulating Aden's groundbreaking efforts, Omar champions inclusiveness for Muslim women in the beauty scene. In 2022, Omar captured attention by securing a place among the Top 13 in the Miss World pageant, marking a historic achievement for Somali representation. Now, she’s…