Djibouti (HOL) — Djibouti's Minister of Economy and Finance, Ilyas Moussa Dawaleh, dismissed reports suggesting President Ismail Omar Guelleh was critically ill after being hospitalized on Saturday.

These posts on Facebook with images claiming to show weapons recovered by Somalia’s Puntland regional state after militias intercepted them in September 2024 are PARTLY FALSE.

Mogadishu (HOL) — A group of Somali Lower House lawmakers have submitted a motion against the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, criticizing his ministry management.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali security forces dismantled several al-Shabab courts during a military operation in the Lower Shabelle region on Saturday, targeting the group's illegal checkpoints and fake judicial systems.

The debate over the importance of Rodrigo Hernandez for Manchester City is set to continue after Pep Guardiola's side was held to a 1-1 draw away to Newcastle United.

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, addressing the General Debate of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, highlighted Egypt’s concerns over the Nile River water crisis and condemned unilateral actions that threaten Somalia’s sovereignty.

A batch of Kenyan dried sea cucumbers, weighing 300 kg, were transported to Changsha Huanghua International Airport in central China's Hunan Province, marking the first time that China has imported such products from Kenya.

Istanbul (HOL) — The 10th Annual International Conference of the Global Somali Diaspora (GSD) opened in Istanbul on Saturday, focusing on the role of the Somali diaspora in the country's development and rebuilding efforts.

Mogadishu (HOL) — At least three people were killed and five others wounded in a car bomb explosion near the National Theater in Mogadishu's Hamarweyne district on Saturday, eyewitnesses reported.

Minneapolis, USA (HOL) — Somali-born entrepreneur Abdi Daisane is vying to unseat incumbent Republican Rep. Bernie Perryman in Minnesota's House District 14A, a race that could make him one of the few Somali-Americans to hold state legislative office in the United States.

Israel's military said Saturday that it killed Hassan Nasrallah, the overall leader of the Iran-backed group Hezbollah, in an airstrike the previous day on the group's «central headquarters» in Beirut, Lebanon. The militant group confirmed Nasrallah's death, saying its longtime leader «has joined his fellow martyrs.»

Somali Youth Link, a government-funded organization, deploys Somali elders to help keep young people out of trouble in the Twin Cities. Farhio Khalif founded the group during the pandemic, after a rise in incidents involving Somali youth, including arrests for shooting fireworks at police, and now works closely with local law enforcement.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali security forces repelled an al-Shabab attack on a security checkpoint in Mogadishu's Kahda district late Friday night, local residents reported.

Ankara (HOL) — Somali Ambassador to Turkey, Fathudin Ospite, attended a meeting of East African ambassadors in Ankara on Friday to discuss enhancing economic and trade ties between Turkey and East Africa.

In recent decades, Somalia has navigated a challenging journey fromturmoil to asserting its sovereignty and self-sufficiency. The nation once faced deep internal conflicts, especially after the overthrow of its central government in 1991, where a lack of consensus among various factions led to instability.

BEIRUT (AP) — Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has led the Lebanese militant group for the past three decades and transformed it into one of the most powerful paramilitary groups in the Middle East.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland Security Forces have arrested Abdiqani Dayib Awnur Soolle, one of the Somali pirates allegedly involved in the hijacking of the MV Abdalla earlier this year.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, has ruled out any immediate prospects for direct negotiations with Ethiopia regarding their maritime dispute, citing Ethiopia's refusal to renounce its controversial agreement with Somaliland.

City leaders say the years-long effort to rebuild the Minneapolis Police Department, while not over, is starting to be seen and felt—nearly two dozen more officers, including new firsts, are on the force following a graduation ceremony.

NAIROBI, Kenya (HOL) — A Kenyan court has ordered Premier Bank to release KSh 26 million ($201,942) from Somali Embassy accounts to Kingsly Construction Limited, concluding a three-year legal battle over unpaid renovation work at the embassy's Nairobi compound. The court rejected Somalia's claim of diplomatic immunity.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Visa have partnered to accelerate digital financial inclusion in Somalia, with a focus on helping vulnerable communities and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) overcome financial barriers. The partnership was announced during the UN General Assembly on Wednesday and is part of broader efforts to support Somalia's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

With a cargo of heavy weaponry and ammunition destined for Somalia in the increasingly restive Horn of Africa region, the Al Hurreya 2 faced several potential dangers in the Red Sea's treacherous southern reaches. The stakes were considerably high.

Turkey's strategic push into Africa has seen new projects in Somalia recently where Ankara wants to explore offshore oil fields and is planning to improve military cooperation with a new test site for missiles.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has appointed two senior advisors to strengthen governance, democracy, and federal affairs in the country, according to a statement released on Thursday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali Council of Ministers appointed General Asad Osman Abdullahi as the country's new police commissioner on Thursday, replacing Major General Sulub Ahmed Firin.

Mogadishu (HOL) — A four-day conference on Somalia's financial reform and economic development concluded Wednesday in Istanbul, Turkey. The event marked the second review of Somalia's Financial Reform and Economic Development Program, backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Kenya's government is close to agreeing a $1.5 billion loan from the United Arab Emirates with an interest rate of 8.2% which will help bridge the East African nation's financing gap, a source familiar with the situation told Reuters.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Ethiopian forces, part of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), are leading the renovation of Bardhere Airport in Somalia's Gedo region, further intensifying already high tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia.

MOGADISHU (Xinhua) -- The Chinese Embassy in Somalia hosted a reception on Tuesday in Mogadishu, the country's capital, to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.

The most valuable commodity in contemporary society transcends traditional assets such as gold or oil; it is, in fact, your attention. In an era dominated by digital interactions, the selection of whom to focus on and the manner in which one engages with the surrounding environment have emerged as the most coveted resources. Social media networks, entertainment conglomerates, and advertising firms are acutely aware of this reality, having constructed vast enterprises centred on the ability to capture and retain your attention.

Somalia has made significant strides in various sectors since the civil war, but its healthcare system remains one of the most critical areas in need of attention. With a population of over 15 million, Somalia continues to face challenges in providing adequate medical services, but there are also emerging opportunities to rebuild and strengthen the system.

Nairobi (HOL) – The Italian government has announced an immediate suspension of Schengen visa processing for applications submitted through its embassy in Mogadishu, Somalia.

New York (HOL) – Ethiopia's Foreign Minister, Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie, met with Catherine Molly Phee, U.S. Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, on Tuesday during the 79th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.

MANDERA, Kenya (HOL) — Elders from Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia are urging Northern Kenya communities to unite for peace following deadly violence in Banessa that claimed eight lives. Leaders warn that smuggled arms from neighbouring countries continue to fuel the region's insecurity.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Auditor General Ahmed Issa Gutale has secured renewed international backing from Norway and global audit institutions to bolster the country's financial oversight.