Somalia



'We're excluded from the table': Somali UN staff say they struggle in 'two-tier' aid sector

When Sahra Koshin first returned to Somalia from the Netherlands in 2008, she was full of hope and courage. Eager to use her expertise in gender development to rebuild her wartorn country, she immediately started work with one of the many UN agencies in Mogad

Jubbaland military court begins trial for traditional elder alleged of al-Shabab membership

Kismayo (HOL) - A military court in Jubbaland State has started the hearing of the case involving a traditional elder named Aden Mohamed Geddi, who is accused of being a member of the al-Shabab group.
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Jubbaland military court begins trial for traditional elder alleged of al-Shabab membership

Kismayo (HOL) - A military court in Jubbaland State has started the hearing of the case involving a traditional elder named Aden Mohamed Geddi, who is accused of being a member of the al-Shabab group.

Herders in Somaliland’s Hawd turn to farming with good results

Around 1,250 pastoralists in Somaliland’s Hawd region have reaped farm produce for the first time, after struggling to navigate through prolonged drought that took a heavy toll on their livestock.
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Herders in Somaliland’s Hawd turn to farming with good results

Around 1,250 pastoralists in Somaliland’s Hawd region have reaped farm produce for the first time, after struggling to navigate through prolonged drought that took a heavy toll on their livestock.

35 pirates, caught in mid-sea op by Navy, to be prosecuted in India: Report

The Indian Navy is in the process of bringing the 35 Somali pirates, who surrendered following a 40-hour mid-sea operation over the weekend, to India for prosecution, the Times of India reported on Monday.
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35 pirates, caught in mid-sea op by Navy, to be prosecuted in India: Report

The Indian Navy is in the process of bringing the 35 Somali pirates, who surrendered following a 40-hour mid-sea operation over the weekend, to India for prosecution, the Times of India reported on Monday.

Crackdown after Kenyan president's rallies disrupted

Kenyan authorities have launched a crackdown on people who disrupted President William Ruto's political meetings in the west of the country at the weekend.
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Crackdown after Kenyan president's rallies disrupted

Kenyan authorities have launched a crackdown on people who disrupted President William Ruto's political meetings in the west of the country at the weekend.

Qatar strongly condemns attack on hotel in Mogadishu, Somalia

The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that targeted a hotel in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, which resulted in deaths and injuries.
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Qatar strongly condemns attack on hotel in Mogadishu, Somalia

The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that targeted a hotel in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, which resulted in deaths and injuries.

Somali Prime Minister chairs a security meeting after al-Shabab hotel attack

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre chaired a security meeting regarding the country's security situation, particularly focusing on military operations and ensuring the safety of the capital following the deadly al-Shabab attack on a hote
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Somali Prime Minister chairs a security meeting after al-Shabab hotel attack

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre chaired a security meeting regarding the country's security situation, particularly focusing on military operations and ensuring the safety of the capital following the deadly al-Shabab attack on a hotel near the presidential palace in Mogadishu.

Somalia supports UN resolution to combat rising Islamophobia globally

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia has warmly received the UN's resolution to combat Islamophobia and the selection of a dedicated envoy to address this challenge.
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Somalia supports UN resolution to combat rising Islamophobia globally

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia has warmly received the UN's resolution to combat Islamophobia and the selection of a dedicated envoy to address this challenge.

Former Somali PM reflects on pioneering Somali-Turkish relations and national self-reliance

MOGADISHU (HOL) — In a revealing interview, Somalia's former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon shed light on the significant strides made in fostering Somali-Turkish relations during his tenure, emphasizing an agenda aimed at elevating Somalia from dependen
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Former Somali PM reflects on pioneering Somali-Turkish relations and national self-reliance

MOGADISHU (HOL) — In a revealing interview, Somalia's former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon shed light on the significant strides made in fostering Somali-Turkish relations during his tenure, emphasizing an agenda aimed at elevating Somalia from dependency to self-sufficiency.

Somalia president visits Eritrea for bilateral talks, security training focus

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud embarked on a state visit to Asmara, Eritrea, on Sunday. He plans to meet with President Isaias Afwerki. As detailed in a Somali Presidency statement, their agenda focuses on strengthening ties and fostering cooperati
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Somalia president visits Eritrea for bilateral talks, security training focus

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud embarked on a state visit to Asmara, Eritrea, on Sunday. He plans to meet with President Isaias Afwerki. As detailed in a Somali Presidency statement, their agenda focuses on strengthening ties and fostering cooperation between the two nations.

Puntland requests extradition of pirates captured by Indian Navy on MV Ruen

Garowe (HOL) - The Puntland regional government is seeking the extradition of pirates held by the Indian Navy for trial within its jurisdiction following their capture aboard the MV Ruen. Ports Minister Ahmed Yasin Salah announced negotiations with India rega
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Puntland requests extradition of pirates captured by Indian Navy on MV Ruen

Garowe (HOL) - The Puntland regional government is seeking the extradition of pirates held by the Indian Navy for trial within its jurisdiction following their capture aboard the MV Ruen. Ports Minister Ahmed Yasin Salah announced negotiations with India regarding the transfer, aiming to address legal and security concerns.

Somali Parliament denies allegations of staff involvement in Mogadishu al-Shabab attack

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia’s Lower House of Parliament has refuted reports that one of its staff members was involved in Friday’s al-Shabab attack on SYL hotel in Mogadishu, which killed at least three soldiers and wounded 27 others.
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Somali Parliament denies allegations of staff involvement in Mogadishu al-Shabab attack

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia’s Lower House of Parliament has refuted reports that one of its staff members was involved in Friday’s al-Shabab attack on SYL hotel in Mogadishu, which killed at least three soldiers and wounded 27 others.

At least 18 people injured in al-Shabab attack airlifted to Turkey

Mogadishu (HOL) - At least 18 of the most severely wounded people from Thursday's al-Shabab attack on the SYL hotel in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, have been airlifted to Turkey for treatment on Sunday.
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At least 18 people injured in al-Shabab attack airlifted to Turkey

Mogadishu (HOL) - At least 18 of the most severely wounded people from Thursday's al-Shabab attack on the SYL hotel in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, have been airlifted to Turkey for treatment on Sunday.

Egypt condemns al-Shabab attack on Mogadishu hotel

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the deadly al-Shabab attack on a hotel in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, which resulted in casualties.
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Egypt condemns al-Shabab attack on Mogadishu hotel

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the deadly al-Shabab attack on a hotel in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, which resulted in casualties.

Abdullahi Mire: "Education is the midwife of peace and stability in Somalia

Mogadishu – At just 37 years of age, Abdullahi Mire has already lived something of a full and remarkable life.
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Abdullahi Mire: "Education is the midwife of peace and stability in Somalia

Mogadishu – At just 37 years of age, Abdullahi Mire has already lived something of a full and remarkable life.

Somali pirates begin hijacking ships again after Houthi attacks creates security vacuum

One Bangladeshi sailor apologised to his family before the line went dead. Another pleaded for his wife to pray for him and his kidnapped comrades. A third worried that unless a ransom was paid, they would be murdered one by one.
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Somali pirates begin hijacking ships again after Houthi attacks creates security vacuum

One Bangladeshi sailor apologised to his family before the line went dead. Another pleaded for his wife to pray for him and his kidnapped comrades. A third worried that unless a ransom was paid, they would be murdered one by one.

Prime Minister Barre visits intelligence Headquarters following deadly attack in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre inspected the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) Headquarters in Mogadishu on Saturday, a day after President Mohamud's inspection following the al-Shabab attack on the SYL Hotel.
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Prime Minister Barre visits intelligence Headquarters following deadly attack in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre inspected the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) Headquarters in Mogadishu on Saturday, a day after President Mohamud's inspection following the al-Shabab attack on the SYL Hotel.

Central Bank of Somalia orders freeze on accounts of 16 people sanctioned by US Treasury

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Central Bank of Somalia has ordered the country's banks to freeze the funds of 16 people and companies sanctioned by the United States Treasury for laundering money for the al-Shabab group.
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Central Bank of Somalia orders freeze on accounts of 16 people sanctioned by US Treasury

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Central Bank of Somalia has ordered the country's banks to freeze the funds of 16 people and companies sanctioned by the United States Treasury for laundering money for the al-Shabab group.

Somali Media Coalition denounces government-appointed media council

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Somali Mechanism for the Safety of Journalists (SMSJ), a coalition network comprising seven media associations, has rejected the approval of the Somali National Media Council by the Somali Council of Ministers, stating that there was n
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Somali Media Coalition denounces government-appointed media council

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Somali Mechanism for the Safety of Journalists (SMSJ), a coalition network comprising seven media associations, has rejected the approval of the Somali National Media Council by the Somali Council of Ministers, stating that there was no consultation with media organizations.

UAE to form Emirati foreign legion with 3,000 recruits to boost military capabilities in Yemen, Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) - The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly constructing a new elite military unit reminiscent of the French Foreign Legion. According to global defence analysts Intelligence Online, the force will comprise at least 3,000 foreign recruits a
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UAE to form Emirati foreign legion with 3,000 recruits to boost military capabilities in Yemen, Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) - The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is reportedly constructing a new elite military unit reminiscent of the French Foreign Legion. According to global defence analysts Intelligence Online, the force will comprise at least 3,000 foreign recruits and aim to bolster the Emirates' military capabilities.

Somali army kills deputy head of al-Shabab in Mudug and Galgadud regions

Dhuusamareb (HOL) - Somali forces, supported by local militia, have killed the deputy head of the al-Shabab group for the Mudug and Galgadud regions after an ambush in the Dumaye area on Friday night.
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Somali army kills deputy head of al-Shabab in Mudug and Galgadud regions

Dhuusamareb (HOL) - Somali forces, supported by local militia, have killed the deputy head of the al-Shabab group for the Mudug and Galgadud regions after an ambush in the Dumaye area on Friday night.

Ethiopia, Somalia dispute won't transform into turmoil for the Horn of Africa

Adeal between Ethiopia and Somaliland has sent waves of debates throughout the region, has even raised questions about the stability of the Horn of Africa and resulted in a similar deal struck between Somalia and Türkiye recently.
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Ethiopia, Somalia dispute won't transform into turmoil for the Horn of Africa

Adeal between Ethiopia and Somaliland has sent waves of debates throughout the region, has even raised questions about the stability of the Horn of Africa and resulted in a similar deal struck between Somalia and Türkiye recently.

Somaliland threatens to deny Ethiopia naval base unless recognized

Hargeisa (HOL) - Somaliland's Foreign Minister, Dr. Isse Kayd Mohamud, met with the Somaliland community in Paris, France, where he stated that Somaliland and Ethiopia are nearing the completion of their agreement.
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Somaliland threatens to deny Ethiopia naval base unless recognized

Hargeisa (HOL) - Somaliland's Foreign Minister, Dr. Isse Kayd Mohamud, met with the Somaliland community in Paris, France, where he stated that Somaliland and Ethiopia are nearing the completion of their agreement.

Abdi Iley discusses reconciliation and future in Ethiopia after release

ADDIS ABABA (HOL) —Abdi Mohamed Omar, known as Abdi Iley, the former president of Ethiopia's Somali region, recently reflected on the region's administration and the nation's reconciliation efforts following his six-year detention. His release is part of Et
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Abdi Iley discusses reconciliation and future in Ethiopia after release

ADDIS ABABA (HOL) —Abdi Mohamed Omar, known as Abdi Iley, the former president of Ethiopia's Somali region, recently reflected on the region's administration and the nation's reconciliation efforts following his six-year detention. His release is part of Ethiopia's ongoing initiatives to address longstanding ethnic tensions.

Three soldiers die in hotel attack in Somali capital

MOGADISHU: Three soldiers were killed and 27 people wounded in an attack on a hotel in Somalia’s capital, police said on Friday, the latest incident highlighting al Shabaab insurgents’ ability to strike.
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Three soldiers die in hotel attack in Somali capital

MOGADISHU: Three soldiers were killed and 27 people wounded in an attack on a hotel in Somalia’s capital, police said on Friday, the latest incident highlighting al Shabaab insurgents’ ability to strike.

President Mohamud visits hospital, intelligence HQ following deadly hotel siege in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HO) - President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, alongside the police chief, visited Erdogan Hospital in Mogadishu on Friday, where some of the officials and civilians injured in Thursday night’s al-Shabab attack on the SYL hotel are being treated.
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President Mohamud visits hospital, intelligence HQ following deadly hotel siege in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HO) - President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, alongside the police chief, visited Erdogan Hospital in Mogadishu on Friday, where some of the officials and civilians injured in Thursday night’s al-Shabab attack on the SYL hotel are being treated.

Somali security forces 'neutralize' hotel attackers, national TV says

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali security forces have ended a deadly hours-long siege by Al Shabaab militants who stormed a popular hotel in the capital, Mogadishu, on Thursday night.
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Somali security forces 'neutralize' hotel attackers, national TV says

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali security forces have ended a deadly hours-long siege by Al Shabaab militants who stormed a popular hotel in the capital, Mogadishu, on Thursday night.

Somali President leads high-level security meeting amid al-Shabab threat

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud convened a meeting with police commanders, military operation leaders, Armed Forces Commanders, and the Minister of Defense at the Police Command Headquarters in Mogadishu on Thursday.
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Somali President leads high-level security meeting amid al-Shabab threat

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud convened a meeting with police commanders, military operation leaders, Armed Forces Commanders, and the Minister of Defense at the Police Command Headquarters in Mogadishu on Thursday.

Somalia has 99% of $2bn debt cancelled in major boost to fragile recovery

The Paris Club, a collection of some of the world’s wealthiest creditor nations, has announced the cancellation of 99% of Somalia’s debt, in a major boost as the country continues its fragile economic recovery from an ongoing three-decade conflict.
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Somalia has 99% of $2bn debt cancelled in major boost to fragile recovery

The Paris Club, a collection of some of the world’s wealthiest creditor nations, has announced the cancellation of 99% of Somalia’s debt, in a major boost as the country continues its fragile economic recovery from an ongoing three-decade conflict.

Hirshabelle, Hiiraan State administrations trade blame as deadly clash erupts in Beledweyne

Beledweyne (HOL) - Leaders from Hirshabelle regional state and Hiiraan State have accused each other of instigating the clash that occurred in Beledweyne town on Thursday, in which at least six people were killed.
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Hirshabelle, Hiiraan State administrations trade blame as deadly clash erupts in Beledweyne

Beledweyne (HOL) - Leaders from Hirshabelle regional state and Hiiraan State have accused each other of instigating the clash that occurred in Beledweyne town on Thursday, in which at least six people were killed.

UPDATE: Gunmen storm SYL hotel in Mogadishu, several people injured

Mogadishu (HOL) - Suspected al-Shabab militants stormed the SYL hotel in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, following multiple bomb explosions and gunfire, according to a security official on Thursday night.
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UPDATE: Gunmen storm SYL hotel in Mogadishu, several people injured

Mogadishu (HOL) - Suspected al-Shabab militants stormed the SYL hotel in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, following multiple bomb explosions and gunfire, according to a security official on Thursday night.

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