Garowe (HOL) — Puntland’s plan to introduce its own regional currency by 2025 signals a direct challenge to Somalia’s federal government, intensifying disputes over governance and financial autonomy in the fragile federal system.

Following a year of bitter disputes between Somalia and Ethiopia over an illegal Memorandum of Understanding that Ethiopia signed with Somaliland—a self-declared state in the Northern region of Somalia—on the first day of 2024 have agreed to end their bitter dispute though a wide-range of voices of discontent and public outcry from the Somali public surrounded the agreement. This illegal MoU, which was an act of aggression and a breach of international law and legal norms, allowing Ethiopia to lease a 20km (12-mile) section of Somalia’s coastline for 50 years to establish a naval base.

The Somalia Integrated Business Census 2024 has been released by the Somali Bureau of Statistics, providing critical insights into the country's business landscape. According to the census, Somalia has a total of 174,149 businesses, with 55.9% concentrated in three key cities:

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with the Italian Ambassador to Somalia, Pier Mario Daccò Coppi, at the Presidential Palace in Mogadishu on Monday to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre met with the Independent National Electoral and Boundaries Commission on Monday to discuss preparations for implementing electoral laws and transitioning the country to one-person, one-vote elections.

Kismayo (HOL) – Jubbaland Security and Intelligence Agency forces safely dismantled a landmine allegedly planted by al-Shabab in the Farjano neighborhood of Kismayo, the interim capital of the Jubbaland regional state, on Sunday night.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Security Minister Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag met with traditional elders, youth, and women's organizations in Garbaharey district, Gedo region, on Sunday to rally support for the federal government's plan to implement a one-person, one-vote electoral system.

Police confirmed that Kimwere, alongside another suspect, 27-year-old Samson Mwendwa John, was transferred from Nguni Police Station to Iftin Police Station on the same day. Both suspects bore injuries from the alleged mob attack and were admitted to Garissa Provincial Referral Hospital for treatment.

Authorities are looking into whether previous warnings about the suspected Magdeburg Christmas market attacker were handled properly.

Two Somali fishermen wearing big scarves over their heads to hide their faces glance around furtively as they walk into the room for a secret meeting to tell me why they have recently decided to become gun-wielding pirates - in search of million-dollar ransoms.

Edmontonian Jibril Ibrahim recalls his sticker shock when he discovered sending medicine to his cousin in Somalia during the pandemic would cost him $400.

A joint team of police from the Special Operations Group, those from the Border Patrol Unit and those from Kotulo were on patrol on the route following reports there were al Shabaab militants operating there.

Ottawa's police chief says rebuilding the service's «fractured» relationship with the city's Somali community is a top priority following the conclusion of a coroner's inquest into the death of Abdirahman Abdi.

The jury in the Abdirahman Abdi coroner's inquest has called on the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) to rethink how it responds to calls about people in crisis, among a number of other desired changes.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Abdirizak Omar Mohamed, Somalia’s recently dismissed Minister of Petroleum and Minerals, has linked his removal to disagreements with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud over addressing long-standing grievances from Hiiraan residents toward the Hirshabelle administration.

Michael Shearer speaks with Amani Bayo to discuss the experience that some Somali Americans have faced as youth in Columbus.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre has reshuffled his cabinet, dismissing and appointing key ministers in a decree issued on Sunday.

Garowe (HOL) – At least two people were killed, and a dozen were injured in a clash between clan militias in the Harfo district, Mudug region, on Saturday, residents reported.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro has called for dialogue to resolve ongoing conflicts with SSC-Khatumo forces in the contested Sool and Sanaag regions.

Kismayo (HOL) – Jubbaland State First Vice President Mahmoud Sayid Adan has accused the federal government of meddling in Jubbaland's affairs, particularly in the contentious Gedo region.

ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA — French President Emmanuel Macron said his country supports Ethiopia’s quest for access to the sea through discussion and respecting international laws and neighboring countries.

Rwanda officially hands over the leadership of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) to Somalia

Somalia beat Sudan 1-0 to book a place in the semifinals of the CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Central-East zone qualifiers.

The 4th Tripartite Technical Boundary Committee (TTBC) meeting, involving Uganda, Kenya, and South Sudan, was held from December 17 - 19 at the Golden Tulip Hotel, Kampala. The meeting aimed to track progress on decisions made in earlier sessions in December 2019, September 2021, and December 2021. Key objectives included revising work plans and budgets for establishing the tri-junction and agreeing on a start date for reaffirming the boundary point.

Garowe (HOL) – Puntland regional state President Said Abdullahi Deni announced plans to introduce a new regional currency by the beginning of 2025 to boost the state’s economy.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud reaffirmed his administration's commitment to enabling Somali citizens to elect their federal and regional leaders directly by 2026.

Jigjiga (HOL) – Ethiopia's House of People's Representatives Standing Committee for Foreign Affairs Deputy Chair, Fetih Mahdi, has commended the recent agreement between Somalia and Ethiopia to end a year-long diplomatic dispute.

Jigjiga (HOL) – Several members of the Somali Regional State forces in Ethiopia were killed and others wounded following clashes with gunmen in the Dacawaley area of the Faafan region on Friday.

The self-declared Republic of Somaliland has announced its readiness to host a US military base in the strategic port city of Berbera, provided such an arrangement aligns with the mutual interests of both nations.

The Algerian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Kamel Baddari, delivered an official message from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, on Friday.

Trump’s entourage is pushing for the US to recognise Somaliland, with Senate committee leadership also favouring the breakaway province.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The ongoing fighting between Somaliland troops and SSC-Khatumo forces in Erigavo town, Sanag region, has displaced nearly 43,000 people and killed several people, including children, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) reported on Tuesday.

Ambassador Ashraf Swelam, assistant foreign minister for African Organizations and Assemblies, reiterated on Thursday Egypt’s unwavering support for Somalia’s sovereignty, unity, and stability during the ministerial meeting of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC).

Jowhar (HOL) – Al-Shabab militants launched a deadly attack on a Somali government military base in Hawadley area, Middle Shabelle region, early Friday morning.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Turkish fishermen are set to operate in Somali waters under a new bilateral agreement, a move that highlights deepening ties between the two nations but raises questions about its impact on Somalia's marine conservation efforts.