Mogadishu (HOL) – Armed bandits attacked a Somali-owned shop in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa, killing one Somali national and injuring another, the Somali business community reported on Sunday.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Disaster Management Agency (SODMA) Commissioner Mahmoud Moalim Abdulle met with a United Nations delegation led by George Conway, the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Somalia, to address the ongoing drought crisis and humanitarian challenges.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Two Somali clans, Digil and Mirifle, have called for the removal of Bashir Moalim Ali, Director General of the Ministry of Transport and Aviation, accusing him of racial profiling and exclusionary practices. The allegations, linked to a controversial remark in 2023, have reignited debates over inclusivity and equitable governance in Somalia.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somaliland has pledged to strengthen its commitment to free speech, vowing to protect journalists and citizens from detention over opinions or facts deemed unfavourable by the government.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Puntland is enlisting the support of clans in the Bari region to combat the growing threat of ISIS, which has entrenched itself in parts of the region. The mobilization effort, spearheaded by First Deputy Speaker Mohamed Bari Shire, follows a deadly attack in Dharjaale village that exposed significant security vulnerabilities.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Ethiopia has launched an ambitious project to irrigate over 112,000 hectares of land in the Somali region, a move hailed by locals as a game-changer for one of the country's most underdeveloped areas. The plan, spearheaded by the Ministry of Irrigation and Lowland Areas, is expected to revitalize barren landscapes and improve livelihoods for tens of thousands.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Sweden has announced plans to deport Somali nationals who lack citizenship, targeting those involved in criminal activities or whose asylum claims have been denied. Ambassador Joachim Waern stated that the new measures aim to balance immigration control with public safety, reflecting the government’s broader security priorities.

Paris (AFP) – His orange henna-dyed beard and striking eyewear would make him easy to pick out in a crowd, but Abdul Qadir Mumin has remained elusive.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Federal Government forces, in coordination with the US military, conducted an airstrike in the Beerhani area of Lower Juba region, killing ten al-Shabab militants, the Somali government announced on Sunday.

Warnings for snow, ice and rain are in place across parts of the UK, with areas in southern England being warned of flooding due to rain and melting snow caused by milder temperatures.

Hargeisa (HOL) – Somaliland's new government has reiterated plans to review the canceled Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the previous administration with Ethiopia to ensure it serves Somaliland's national interests.

At least two people have been confirmed dead and several others injured along the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway following a tragic accident on Sunday, January 5.

Mogadishu (HOL) - Six federal government soldiers killed by clan militia fighters in the Middle Shabelle region were laid to rest on Sunday in Beledweyne, the capital of the Hiran region.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Kheyre, and MP Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame have issued a strong warning to business people and individuals about acquiring public land in Mogadishu.

A Chinese medical team from Tianjin Eye Hospital on Friday officially launched a free cataract surgery campaign at Tirunesh Beijing Hospital in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia.

Hargeisa (HOL) – Somaliland government has accused the Somali federal government of meddling in livestock exports through the Berbera port, claiming that tax revenues from the trade are being directed to the Somali Ministry of Finance.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has announced the cost of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, setting the price at $4,604 per pilgrim. The price marks a modest increase from last year due to rising travel and accommodation costs in Saudi Arabia, sparking renewed concerns about affordability for many Somali pilgrims.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia has officially joined the United Nations Security Council as a non-permanent member for the 2025-2026 term, a move lauded as a step in elevating the country's global standing. At a flag-raising ceremony at the UN headquarters in New York, Somalia was celebrated alongside four other newly elected members: Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, and Panama.

Muna Abdulahi talks strategy, community and leveraging cultural stereotypes in season two of the show, where she competed for a $154,000 prize.

Mogadishu (HOL) — U.S. government has announced a $28 million contribution to fund the first year of two five-year projects to boost resilience and food security in Somalia, U.S. Ambassador Richard H. Riley revealed during a press conference in Mogadishu.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. — Monmouth’s Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) opener saw yet another dazzling performance from Abdi Bashir Jr., who poured in 31 points to lead the Hawks to a resounding 78-56 victory over the Stony Brook Seawolves on Thursday night. The win marks a turning point for Monmouth (3-11, 1-0 CAA), as they move into conference play with renewed confidence.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Ministry of Energy and Water Resources has opened a tender for a 10-megawatt solar power plant integrated with a 20-megawatt-hour battery energy storage system.

Mogadishu (HOL) — British MP Sir Gavin Williamson has renewed calls for the United Kingdom to recognize Somaliland as an independent state following a meeting with Somaliland’s newly elected President, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullah, in Hargeisa on Friday. The meeting also included the Minister of the Somaliland Presidency and the President’s Chief of Staff.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Somali Prime Minister Omar Abdirashid Ali Sharmarke has urged the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) to increase its political and security support to all Federal Member States (FMSs) in the fight against terrorism.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Against a backdrop of droughts, poverty, and political fragility, Somalia's economy is showing signs of resilience, with notable progress in key sectors, according to the «State of the Economy» report from the National Economic Council.

To some people, the new year is an opportunity to start a new chapter or hang a new calendar. To others, it’s just another day when rent is due. For many Somali Americans, New Year’s Day is also their birthday.

The diplomatic dispute between Ethiopia and Somalia that had led to tense regional relations has been resolved, Somalia's foreign minister says.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The University of Gothenburg in Sweden has emerged as a global leader in preserving and studying the Somali language, combining rigorous academic research with cultural preservation efforts. Swedish instructors, alongside Somali scholars, are decoding the language's rich history and structure, ensuring its legacy endures.

Garowe (HOL) – Puntland regional state has airlifted soldiers wounded in Tuesday's Islamic State (ISIS) suicide attack in the Bari region to Ethiopia for urgent medical treatment.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Ethiopia’s Defense Minister, Engineer Aisha Mohammed, held high-level meetings in Mogadishu on Thursday with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur Jama, and State Minister for Foreign Affairs.

A huge, red-hot object fell from the sky into a Kenyan village on Monday afternoon according to local residents cited by the country’s national broadcaster, prompting an immediate investigation by the national space agency.

The Ministry of Finance and the World Bank have signed a USD 700 million loan agreement to support the implementation of the Financial Sector Strengthening Project on Tuesday 31st December 2024, which aims to enhance the stability and sustainability of Ethiopia’s financial sector.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs marked the country’s official assumption of its seat on the United Nations Security Council with a celebratory event at its headquarters in Mogadishu on Thursday.

Mogadishu (HOL) – A Somali military court has issued arrest warrants for 14 individuals accused of killing six Somali National Army (SNA) soldiers in a clan revenge attack in El-Baraf district, Middle Shabelle region.

Mogadishu (HOL) — As violence and displacement surge in Erigavo, the Warsangeli clan gathered in El Buh to issue a rallying call for unity and self-defense. Under the leadership of Sultan Said Sultan Abdulsalan, clan leaders resolved to safeguard their people and lands, marking a decisive response to the region's deepening crisis.