Mogadishu (HOL) - A suspected al-Shabab militant died along with his two children when an improvised explosive device (IED) he was making exploded in his house near Mogadishu on Saturday night. His wife was also injured in the blast.

CAIRO — After the latest attack in the Red Sea on a British oil tanker, a top Houthi official in the Yemeni capital is vowing to attack U.S. interests across the region, including military bases on the east coast of Africa in Djibouti, Eritrea and elsewhere. Some commentators think this is part of an Iranian strategy to increase Tehran's influence in the Middle East.

Jowhar (HOL) - The Director of the Somali National Security and Intelligence Agency (NISA), Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe, has called upon traditional elders in the Middle Shabelle region to collaborate in ending deadly inter-clan conflicts along the Hiiraan-Middle Shabelle region border.

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DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzania has pledged to continue supporting Somalia in various areas, including defense and security, to ensure sustainable peace in the new Eastern African member state.

Flooding and heavy rains in Kenya have killed at least 70 people since mid-March, a government spokesperson said Friday, twice as many as were reported earlier this week.

Kenya has allocated 4 billion shillings (about 30 million U.S. dollars) for immediate response to the devastating flooding caused by heavy rains in several parts of the country, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said Friday.

The Somali government has admitted that rations for the elite Somali soldiers trained by the United States have been diverted within a unit of its forces.

In a statement issued late Thursday, the government said it had conducted an investigation, which resulted in the suspension and detention of officers. The number and identity of the officers suspended and detained have not been disclosed.

Mogadishu (HOL) - A hundred al-Shabab militants surrendered to the Somali government in recent weeks in the South-Central region of the country, the government reported.

A number of countries in the Horn of Africa will experience wetter than usual conditions between May and July, the Climate Prediction and Applications Center (ICPAC) of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), a regional bloc, said Friday.

Mogadishu (HOL) - A Former Member of Parliament for South West State, Ali Omar Gaab, was killed in Mogadishu's Yaqshid district on Friday night.

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Mogadishu (HOL) - The Shabelle River, flowing through Beledweyne, the capital city of the Hiiraan region, brought a significant volume of water on Friday, causing concern among residents in the surrounding neighborhoods.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said Türkiye has severed and is further cutting off commercial relations with Israel amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

The Somali government has admitted that rations for the elite Somali soldiers trained by the United States have been diverted within a unit of its forces.

Kenya Airways on Friday accused authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) of harassment over the continued detention of two of the airline's staff for alleged customs violations despite a court ordering their release.

Hargeisa (HOL) - Police in Hargeisa arrested three members of the Hargeisa Local Council on Friday for opposing the local government's plan to evict impoverished people from a site designated for a new building.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia has been embroiled in a severe crisis this past month marked by political instability and increased militant activity. During this period, the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED) reported over 205 incidents of political violence, resulting in at least 539 fatalities.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali government has confirmed corruption in the food supply chain for the elite Danab Special Forces, which are supported and trained by the United States. The ration theft could undermine the unit's effectiveness against al-Shabaab, a major security concern.

Cardiff (HOL) — Mohamud Hassan, 24, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Cardiff shortly after his release from police custody, sparking an inquest that has uncovered allegations of police misconduct and conflicting witness testimonies. The inquest, held this week at Pontypridd Coroners' Court, continues to probe the events leading up to Hassan's death on January 9, 2021.

Somalia, a country with a tumultuous history marred by political instability, environmental crises, and governance challenges, faces a crucial juncture in its path towards stability and development. Amidst ongoing debates surrounding constitutional reform, there is a need to delve into the pressing need for reprioritizing the Somali government's agenda.

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Baidoa (HOL) — The South West administration has successfully brokered peace between two feuding communities in the Dinsoor district of the Bay region, according to Interior Minister Abdullahi Haji Hassan. The resolution marks the end of a conflict that resulted in over ten deaths and displaced hundreds of families.

The event brought together foreign and local investors, businesses facilitators, scholars, entrepreneurs and Somalia friends in diaspora to network and pursue opportunities for investment and rebuilding the country's economy.

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Flooding and landslides in Tanzania caused by weeks of heavy rain have killed 155 people and injured 236 others, the country’s prime minister has said, as intense downpours continue across East Africa.

Mogadishu (HOL) - At least 70 al-Shabab terrorists were killed and 30 others wounded in a military operation in Somalia’s northern Mudug region, the Somali government said on Thursday.

Dar es Salaam (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Dar es Salaam on Thursday for an official visit at the invitation of President Mrs. Samia Suluhu Hassan.

The international donor-backed Somalia Humanitarian Fund (SHF), designed to address the country's most urgent needs, has allocated 3 million U.S. dollars to help address the anticipated flooding, the United Nations said on Tuesday.

Jowhar (HOL) - Shabelle River has flooded multiple areas near Jowhar town in the Middle Shabelle region over the past few hours, according to the local officials.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali government has reinforced a policy prohibiting its agencies from conducting meetings outside the country. This announcement comes as Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre prepares for his first official visit to Kenya since taking office.

Mogadishu (HOL) — President Hassan Sheikh on Tuesday called on Somalia's regional governments to avoid politicizing key national issues such as unity, solidarity, and independence. His appeal comes amidst ongoing tensions with Puntland over constitutional amendments.

During the start of his second term, President Hassan Sheikh took on significant endeavors, one of which involved combating the terrorist organization al-Shabab. This led him to personally lead the campaign in the central region of Somalia, specifically in the state of Galmudug. Additionally, he made numerous trips abroad to ensure the country received the necessary support. Moreover, he successfully applied for membership in the East African Community (EAC).

Mogadishu (HOL) - Government forces in the Middle Shabelle region's Hawadley area have thwarted a significant attack by Al-Shabaab militants, according to officials.

Mogadishu (HOL) —The Invest Somalia and Expo conference, aimed at boosting investment opportunities and showcasing Somalia's economic potential, is currently taking place in Mogadishu.