Garowe (HOL) — Puntland authorities have ruled out granting amnesty to foreign Islamic State (ISIS) militants hiding in the Al Miskat mountains while offering a final opportunity for Somali ISIS members to surrender, officials said Sunday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Federal lawmakers from Jubbaland State have accused Somalia's federal government of orchestrating activities along the Kenya-Somalia border to destabilize the region.

Last month, Somaliland held its 4th peaceful democratic multi-party election since they declared their independence for the second time in 1991. First, they got their independence from Britain in June 1960, and then, for the second time, they unilaterally declared their independence from Somalia in 1991, after their ill-fated union with Somalia in 1960 had failed. This failure resulted in extrajudicial killings of thousands of civilians and the indiscriminate bombing and destruction of its cities by the dictator Siyad Barre’s army and their South African mercenary pilots, hired after most of the pilots in the air force refused to bomb the civilian population, including hero Ahmed Dhere, who dumped and parachuted from his fighter plane, sent to kill and maim civilian populations, off the coast of Djibouti.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Nearly 100 lawmakers from both chambers of Federal Parliament have condemned a government's decision granting exclusive rights to a foreign businessman, Abu-Yasir, to export Somali livestock.

Real Madrid sailed into the last 16 of the Copa del Rey with a 5-0 victory away to fourth-tier side Deportiva Minera on Monday.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is stepping down as Liberal leader, and is proroguing Parliament as the Liberal Party of Canada embarks on the journey to replace him.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Farmers in Somalia’s drought-prone Bari region are celebrating a financial turnaround after years of hardship, thanks to the successful cultivation and sale of dates. Over 300 farmers in Karin and Laag, near Bosaso, have sold dates for the first time, marking a pivotal shift in their livelihoods.

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) — 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) – Somali government has initiated steps to strengthen diplomatic relations with Syria following the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024.

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.