Somalia



Former Somali presidents unite against constitutional changes in Garowe talks

GAROWE, Somalia — Former Somali Presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed convened from March 21 to 23, 2024, in Garowe, the administrative seat of Puntland, to deliberate over Somalia'sescalating constitutional debates.
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Former Somali presidents unite against constitutional changes in Garowe talks

GAROWE, Somalia — Former Somali Presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed convened from March 21 to 23, 2024, in Garowe, the administrative seat of Puntland, to deliberate over Somalia'sescalating constitutional debates.

Somalia Parliament concludes debate on first four constitution chapters

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia's bicameral Parliament concluded the debate on the first four chapters of amending the Constitution during Saturday's joint 29th session in Mogadishu.
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Somalia Parliament concludes debate on first four constitution chapters

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia's bicameral Parliament concluded the debate on the first four chapters of amending the Constitution during Saturday's joint 29th session in Mogadishu.

My Ramadan routine: the Somali baker who loves cooking traditional and western food for Iftar

Sarah tells HuffPost she keeps her iftars varied, fluctuating between traditional Somali dishes – suqaar (a curry-style item), Sabaayad (similar to rotis), Luhooh, (which is made using self raising flour/yeast), and sambusa (which is a samosa) – to Wester
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My Ramadan routine: the Somali baker who loves cooking traditional and western food for Iftar

Sarah tells HuffPost she keeps her iftars varied, fluctuating between traditional Somali dishes – suqaar (a curry-style item), Sabaayad (similar to rotis), Luhooh, (which is made using self raising flour/yeast), and sambusa (which is a samosa) – to Western foods, like the iftar she’s prepared today.

WATCH: Columbus mosque leader killed in 2021 honored by friends, family during Ramadan

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Family and friends of Mohamed Hassan Adam are celebrating his life and legacy during Ramadan.
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WATCH: Columbus mosque leader killed in 2021 honored by friends, family during Ramadan

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Family and friends of Mohamed Hassan Adam are celebrating his life and legacy during Ramadan.

16 arrested in connection with Al Shabaab SYL Hotel attack

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali security forces apprehended 16 individuals on Saturday in connection with a deadly Al Shabaab terror attack on the SYL Hotel in Mogadishu over a week ago.
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16 arrested in connection with Al Shabaab SYL Hotel attack

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali security forces apprehended 16 individuals on Saturday in connection with a deadly Al Shabaab terror attack on the SYL Hotel in Mogadishu over a week ago.

Garowe hosts high-level meeting to address constitutional amendment issues

Garowe (HOL) - A high-level consultation meeting on the country's political and security situation started in Garowe, the administrative capital of Puntland regional state, on Saturday.
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Garowe hosts high-level meeting to address constitutional amendment issues

Garowe (HOL) - A high-level consultation meeting on the country's political and security situation started in Garowe, the administrative capital of Puntland regional state, on Saturday.

EU maritime force deploys warship near hijacked Bulk Carrier as part of anti-piracy mission

A warship of the European Union Naval Force or EUNAVFOR has been sent to keep a close watch on the MV Abdullah, a Bangladeshi-flagged bulk carrier which was hijacked by Somali Pirates and whose crew was taken hostage.
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EU maritime force deploys warship near hijacked Bulk Carrier as part of anti-piracy mission

A warship of the European Union Naval Force or EUNAVFOR has been sent to keep a close watch on the MV Abdullah, a Bangladeshi-flagged bulk carrier which was hijacked by Somali Pirates and whose crew was taken hostage.

«Constitution is in safe hands» says PM Barre amid Farmajo, Deni & Shariif talks in Garowe

Mogadishu (HOL)—Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abid Barre reiterated that the federal government is working on establishing electoral commissions for the upcoming elections to avoid political uncertainty.
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«Constitution is in safe hands» says PM Barre amid Farmajo, Deni & Shariif talks in Garowe

Mogadishu (HOL)—Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abid Barre reiterated that the federal government is working on establishing electoral commissions for the upcoming elections to avoid political uncertainty.

Somali President condemns terrorist attack in Moscow

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud strongly condemned the terrorist attack that killed at least 60 people and injured over 100 at a Moscow concert hall on Friday.
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Somali President condemns terrorist attack in Moscow

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud strongly condemned the terrorist attack that killed at least 60 people and injured over 100 at a Moscow concert hall on Friday.

The Red Sea shipping crisis has given an unexpected country's elite commandos a chance to shine

Indian specialist commando units played a key role in seizing back a cargo ship that'd been hijacked by Somali pirates, giving the country a chance to flex its muscles.
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The Red Sea shipping crisis has given an unexpected country's elite commandos a chance to shine

Indian specialist commando units played a key role in seizing back a cargo ship that'd been hijacked by Somali pirates, giving the country a chance to flex its muscles.

Russia says 60 dead, 145 injured in concert hall raid; Islamic State group claims responsibility

MOSCOW (AP) - Assailants burst into a large concert hall in Moscow on Friday and sprayed the crowd with gunfire, killing over 60 people, injuring more than 100 and setting fire to the venue in a brazen attack just days after President Vladimir Putin cemented
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Russia says 60 dead, 145 injured in concert hall raid; Islamic State group claims responsibility

MOSCOW (AP) - Assailants burst into a large concert hall in Moscow on Friday and sprayed the crowd with gunfire, killing over 60 people, injuring more than 100 and setting fire to the venue in a brazen attack just days after President Vladimir Putin cemented his grip on power in a highly orchestrated electoral landslide.

Kenyan doctors hit the streets in protest as talks with government collapse

Hundreds of striking doctors poured to the streets as talks between their union and the committee appointed by the court collapsed as soon as they began.
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Kenyan doctors hit the streets in protest as talks with government collapse

Hundreds of striking doctors poured to the streets as talks between their union and the committee appointed by the court collapsed as soon as they began.

Over 7,000 displaced in Somalia's Galmudug region after military pullback

MOGADISHU (HOL) — Over 7,000 people have been displaced in Somalia's central Galmudug region in just four days, according to the United Nations refugee agency. The evacuation comes after Somali military forces vacated several areas starting March 10, 2024,
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Over 7,000 displaced in Somalia's Galmudug region after military pullback

MOGADISHU (HOL) — Over 7,000 people have been displaced in Somalia's central Galmudug region in just four days, according to the United Nations refugee agency. The evacuation comes after Somali military forces vacated several areas starting March 10, 2024, creating a power vacuum that insurgent groups, notably al-Shabab, have quickly filled.

Somalia urges public help in capturing Al-Shabaab suspects linked to Bakara Market attacks

MOGADISHU (HOL) — Authorities in Somalia have appealed to the public to apprehend several suspects believed to be responsible for bomb attacks in Mogadishu's commercial zones.
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Somalia urges public help in capturing Al-Shabaab suspects linked to Bakara Market attacks

MOGADISHU (HOL) — Authorities in Somalia have appealed to the public to apprehend several suspects believed to be responsible for bomb attacks in Mogadishu's commercial zones.

ATMIS trains Somali police in financial crime investigation to combat terrorism

MOGADISHU, March 22 (Xinhua) -- The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) said it has wrapped up training for 25 criminal investigations officers from the Somali Police Force (SPF) to develop ways to investigate financial crimes to help the gove
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ATMIS trains Somali police in financial crime investigation to combat terrorism

MOGADISHU, March 22 (Xinhua) -- The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) said it has wrapped up training for 25 criminal investigations officers from the Somali Police Force (SPF) to develop ways to investigate financial crimes to help the government fight terrorism.

Puntland Minister of Justice says few people cannot change Somalia's constitution

Garowe (HOL) - The Minister of Justice, Religious, and Constitutional Affairs of the Puntland regional administration, Mohamed Abdiwahab, stated that President Hassan Sheikh and a few ministers in the Federal Council of Ministers could not change the provisio
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Puntland Minister of Justice says few people cannot change Somalia's constitution

Garowe (HOL) - The Minister of Justice, Religious, and Constitutional Affairs of the Puntland regional administration, Mohamed Abdiwahab, stated that President Hassan Sheikh and a few ministers in the Federal Council of Ministers could not change the provisional constitution of the country.

Somali President receives credentials from four newly appointed Ambassadors

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud received the credentials of four newly appointed ambassadors from Turkey, South Korea, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka to Somalia on Thursday.
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Somali President receives credentials from four newly appointed Ambassadors

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud received the credentials of four newly appointed ambassadors from Turkey, South Korea, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka to Somalia on Thursday.

Russia and China strike deal with Houthis to ensure ship safety: Bloomberg

Yemen's Houthi rebels have assured Russia and China that their ships can safely travel through the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, according to a Bloomberg report.
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Russia and China strike deal with Houthis to ensure ship safety: Bloomberg

Yemen's Houthi rebels have assured Russia and China that their ships can safely travel through the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, according to a Bloomberg report.

Cholera kills 54 people in Somalia with cases rising – Save The Children

MOGADISHU, 21 March, 2024 - At least 54 people have died from cholera in Somalia in recent months, said Save the Children, with nine people dying of the illness in the past week alone - the highest weekly death toll this year.
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Cholera kills 54 people in Somalia with cases rising – Save The Children

MOGADISHU, 21 March, 2024 - At least 54 people have died from cholera in Somalia in recent months, said Save the Children, with nine people dying of the illness in the past week alone - the highest weekly death toll this year.

SHORT FILM: Neighbour Abdi: The unique life philosophy of Abdi, born in Somalia, living in the Netherlands

When viewers are introduced to Abdiwahab Ali, the main character in the short documentary Neighbour Abdi, his charisma radiates from the screen as he showcases his creative metalwork and spins a series of lively potential titles for a film about his life.
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SHORT FILM: Neighbour Abdi: The unique life philosophy of Abdi, born in Somalia, living in the Netherlands

When viewers are introduced to Abdiwahab Ali, the main character in the short documentary Neighbour Abdi, his charisma radiates from the screen as he showcases his creative metalwork and spins a series of lively potential titles for a film about his life.

US security company challenges Wagner group’s hegemony in its African stronghold

Bancroft Global Development, which has military training experience in Somalia, acknowledged discussions with the Central African Republic, which is seeking to ‘diversify’ its security relations
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US security company challenges Wagner group’s hegemony in its African stronghold

Bancroft Global Development, which has military training experience in Somalia, acknowledged discussions with the Central African Republic, which is seeking to ‘diversify’ its security relations

Former Somali president Sheikh Sharif warns against clannism, unilateral constitutional changes

Garowe (HOL) - Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed warned on Thursday against allowing the country's current leader to steer it into irreversible territory by pandering to clan interests, urging steadfastness in upholding previous commitments.
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Former Somali president Sheikh Sharif warns against clannism, unilateral constitutional changes

Garowe (HOL) - Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed warned on Thursday against allowing the country's current leader to steer it into irreversible territory by pandering to clan interests, urging steadfastness in upholding previous commitments.

Ohio state rep. Ismail Mohamed delivers victory speech in Somali after landslide win

Columbus (HOL) - Ohio State Representative Ismail Mohamed delivered his victory speech in Somali on Tuesday night after winning the Democratic primary for the state's 3rd House District. Mohamed, a Somali immigrant, secured a landslide victory over fellow Som
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Ohio state rep. Ismail Mohamed delivers victory speech in Somali after landslide win

Columbus (HOL) - Ohio State Representative Ismail Mohamed delivered his victory speech in Somali on Tuesday night after winning the Democratic primary for the state's 3rd House District. Mohamed, a Somali immigrant, secured a landslide victory over fellow Somali immigrant Abdirizak Diini and local political activist Julia Trabold.

XIL KA QAADISTII JENERAAL ODOWAA MAXAA LAGA DHAXLAY?

Jeneraal Odowaa Yuusuf Raaghe waxaa xilkii Taliyaha Xoogga Dalka laga qaaday 19/06/2023, asagoo xilkaas hayay muddo ku siman: “3 sano, 9 bilood iyo 27 cisho”. Isla markaana, la iskuma diidana doodina kama taagna in xilku yahay meerto qofba muddadeeda qaba
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XIL KA QAADISTII JENERAAL ODOWAA MAXAA LAGA DHAXLAY?

Jeneraal Odowaa Yuusuf Raaghe waxaa xilkii Taliyaha Xoogga Dalka laga qaaday 19/06/2023, asagoo xilkaas hayay muddo ku siman: “3 sano, 9 bilood iyo 27 cisho”. Isla markaana, la iskuma diidana doodina kama taagna in xilku yahay meerto qofba muddadeeda qabanayso, ayadoo marka kasta isbedelku ku salaysan yahay hagaajinta iyo horumarinta arrimaha la xiriira waajib-gudashada Xilka la iska bedelayo.

Somali pirates' return adds to crisis for global shipping companies

As a speed boat carrying more than a dozen Somali pirates bore down on their position in the western Indian Ocean, the crew of a Bangladeshi-owned bulk carrier sent out a distress signal and called an emergency hotline.
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Somali pirates' return adds to crisis for global shipping companies

As a speed boat carrying more than a dozen Somali pirates bore down on their position in the western Indian Ocean, the crew of a Bangladeshi-owned bulk carrier sent out a distress signal and called an emergency hotline.

Ethiopia security forces arrest 50 suspects for alleged terror activities in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa (HOL) - The Joint Security and Intelligence Task Force has apprehended 50 people suspected of belonging to a covert group plotting terror and violence in Addis Ababa city and the bordering areas of the Oromia region.
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Ethiopia security forces arrest 50 suspects for alleged terror activities in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa (HOL) - The Joint Security and Intelligence Task Force has apprehended 50 people suspected of belonging to a covert group plotting terror and violence in Addis Ababa city and the bordering areas of the Oromia region.

Former President Farmajo visits Garowe for talks on constitution amendments

Garowe (HOL) - Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo arrived in Garowe, the administrative capital of the Puntland regional State, on Thursday for consultation meetings with regional leader Said Abdullahi Deni.
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Former President Farmajo visits Garowe for talks on constitution amendments

Garowe (HOL) - Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo arrived in Garowe, the administrative capital of the Puntland regional State, on Thursday for consultation meetings with regional leader Said Abdullahi Deni.

Somaliland President Muse Bihi and Waddani Party chairman discuss peaceful elections

Hargeisa (HOL)—Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi and the chairman of the Waddani Party, Adirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro, discussed the upcoming elections, focusing on ensuring peaceful competition and defending the existence of the breakaway Somaliland r
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Somaliland President Muse Bihi and Waddani Party chairman discuss peaceful elections

Hargeisa (HOL)—Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi and the chairman of the Waddani Party, Adirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro, discussed the upcoming elections, focusing on ensuring peaceful competition and defending the existence of the breakaway Somaliland region.

UNESCO condemns killing of journalist Abdikarin Ahmed Bulhan in Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) - Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, condemned the killing of journalist Abdikarin Ahmed Bulhan in the Abudwak district, Galmudug region in Somalia, on 13 March 2024.
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UNESCO condemns killing of journalist Abdikarin Ahmed Bulhan in Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) - Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, condemned the killing of journalist Abdikarin Ahmed Bulhan in the Abudwak district, Galmudug region in Somalia, on 13 March 2024.

Somali armed forces court sentences soldier to death for premeditated murder in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Armed Forces Court sentenced a government soldier to death on Wednesday.
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Somali armed forces court sentences soldier to death for premeditated murder in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Armed Forces Court sentenced a government soldier to death on Wednesday.

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