Somalia



U.S. military strikes Al-Shabaab near Adan Yabaal district in Middle Shabelle region

Mogadishu (HOL) — U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants near the Adan Yabaal district in the Middle Shabelle region on April 16, 2025.

Azerbaijan ratifies defense pact with Somalia to boost military and strategic ties

Mogadishu (HOL) — Azerbaijan’s parliament ratified a defence cooperation agreement with Somalia on Monday, solidifying a growing partnership between the two countries to strengthen military ties and expand bilateral collaboration across multiple sectors.
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Azerbaijan ratifies defense pact with Somalia to boost military and strategic ties

Mogadishu (HOL) — Azerbaijan’s parliament ratified a defence cooperation agreement with Somalia on Monday, solidifying a growing partnership between the two countries to strengthen military ties and expand bilateral collaboration across multiple sectors.

IOM opens migration response center in Burao to aid stranded migrants

Mogadishu (HOL) — The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the Swedish government and Somaliland authorities, has inaugurated a new Migration Response Center (MRC) in Burao to expand essential services for migrants travelling
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IOM opens migration response center in Burao to aid stranded migrants

Mogadishu (HOL) — The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the Swedish government and Somaliland authorities, has inaugurated a new Migration Response Center (MRC) in Burao to expand essential services for migrants travelling through northern Somalia.

Somali refugee fatally shot by police in Melbourne, sparking protests

MELBOURNE, Australia (HOL) — Hundreds of protesters gathered in Melbourne's inner-west on Tuesday following the fatal police shooting of Abdifatah Ahmed, a 35-year-old Somali refugee known to have experienced mental illness and homelessness.
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Somali refugee fatally shot by police in Melbourne, sparking protests

MELBOURNE, Australia (HOL) — Hundreds of protesters gathered in Melbourne's inner-west on Tuesday following the fatal police shooting of Abdifatah Ahmed, a 35-year-old Somali refugee known to have experienced mental illness and homelessness.

Heavy rainfall expected over most parts of the Greater Horn of Africa

Climate Scientists at the Igad Climate Predictions and Applications Center (ICPAC) are predicting that more than usual rainfall expected over most parts of Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, eastern Kenya, northern South Sudan and southern Sudan.
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Heavy rainfall expected over most parts of the Greater Horn of Africa

Climate Scientists at the Igad Climate Predictions and Applications Center (ICPAC) are predicting that more than usual rainfall expected over most parts of Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda, eastern Kenya, northern South Sudan and southern Sudan.

Second Deputy PM chairs key meeting on Intensifying anti-Al-Shabaab and ISIS operations

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Second Deputy Prime Minister Abdusalam Abdullahi Ali chaired a high-level session on Monday focused on enhancing the country’s military offensive against Al-Shabaab and ISIS, as part of the government’s effort to eradicate terro
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Second Deputy PM chairs key meeting on Intensifying anti-Al-Shabaab and ISIS operations

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Second Deputy Prime Minister Abdusalam Abdullahi Ali chaired a high-level session on Monday focused on enhancing the country’s military offensive against Al-Shabaab and ISIS, as part of the government’s effort to eradicate terrorism from Somalia.

Former PM holds talks with Somali leadership, calls for consensus on elections and security

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Somali Prime Minister and presidential candidate Abdi Farah Shirdoon Saacid held talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre this week, focusing on Somalia’s upcoming elections and the country’
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Former PM holds talks with Somali leadership, calls for consensus on elections and security

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Somali Prime Minister and presidential candidate Abdi Farah Shirdoon Saacid held talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre this week, focusing on Somalia’s upcoming elections and the country’s fragile security landscape.

Prime Minister Hamza unveils performance-based pay reform for Somalia’s civil servants

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre officially launched the implementation of the National Civil Service Pay and Grading Policy on Monday, a major public sector reform to improve governance, fairness, and accountability across governmen
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Prime Minister Hamza unveils performance-based pay reform for Somalia’s civil servants

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre officially launched the implementation of the National Civil Service Pay and Grading Policy on Monday, a major public sector reform to improve governance, fairness, and accountability across government institutions.

Late Valverde goal keeps Real Madrid in La Liga title race

Fede Valverde scored a 93rd-minute volley to keep Real Madrid's title hopes alive with a 1-0 win at home to Athletic Bilbao on Sunday night.
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Late Valverde goal keeps Real Madrid in La Liga title race

Fede Valverde scored a 93rd-minute volley to keep Real Madrid's title hopes alive with a 1-0 win at home to Athletic Bilbao on Sunday night.

Ma'awisleey commander urges relocation of Al-Shabaab families from Urban Areas

Mogadishu (HOL) — The commander of Somalia's Ma'awisleey community defense forces, Ali Jeyte Osman, has called for the relocation of children and wives of Al-Shabaab fighters from government-controlled areas to territories still under militant control.
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Ma'awisleey commander urges relocation of Al-Shabaab families from Urban Areas

Mogadishu (HOL) — The commander of Somalia's Ma'awisleey community defense forces, Ali Jeyte Osman, has called for the relocation of children and wives of Al-Shabaab fighters from government-controlled areas to territories still under militant control.

Somalia's Electoral Commission extends political association registration deadline by nine days

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's National Independent Electoral Commission has extended the deadline for political association registration by nine days as the country gears up for its first one-person, one-vote local elections in over half a century, scheduled
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Somalia's Electoral Commission extends political association registration deadline by nine days

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's National Independent Electoral Commission has extended the deadline for political association registration by nine days as the country gears up for its first one-person, one-vote local elections in over half a century, scheduled for late June.

President Mohamud meets former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdoon

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdoon at Villa Somalia on Sunday to discuss national security and efforts to strengthen state institutions, according to a statement from the presidency.
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President Mohamud meets former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdoon

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdoon at Villa Somalia on Sunday to discuss national security and efforts to strengthen state institutions, according to a statement from the presidency.

Former cleric launches Gobonnimo Party to challenge Somali federal government

Mogadishu (HOL) — Sultan Abdirahman Qani Qorane, a former Islamic cleric known for opposing extremist ideologies, launched the Gobonnimo (Sovereignty) Party this week in Mogadishu, presenting it as a reformist alternative to Somalia’s federal government.
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Former cleric launches Gobonnimo Party to challenge Somali federal government

Mogadishu (HOL) — Sultan Abdirahman Qani Qorane, a former Islamic cleric known for opposing extremist ideologies, launched the Gobonnimo (Sovereignty) Party this week in Mogadishu, presenting it as a reformist alternative to Somalia’s federal government.

Yemen denies plan to sell embassy in Somalia, calls allegations false

Mogadishu (HOL) — Yemen’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied reports claiming the government intends to sell its embassy building in Somalia, dismissing the allegations as false and part of a coordinated smear campaign.
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Yemen denies plan to sell embassy in Somalia, calls allegations false

Mogadishu (HOL) — Yemen’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied reports claiming the government intends to sell its embassy building in Somalia, dismissing the allegations as false and part of a coordinated smear campaign.

Somali children return home after life-changing hearing surgeries

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s federal government welcomed 15 children to Mogadishu on Saturday after they successfully regained their hearing through specialized surgeries conducted overseas, in a program supported by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Re
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Somali children return home after life-changing hearing surgeries

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s federal government welcomed 15 children to Mogadishu on Saturday after they successfully regained their hearing through specialized surgeries conducted overseas, in a program supported by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center.

Somali lawmakers clash over speaker’s ouster of MP Abdullahi Abiib

Mogadishu (HOL) — A session of Somalia's Lower House of Parliament ended in chaos on Saturday after lawmakers clashed over the controversial removal of MP Dr. Abdullahi Hashi Abiib, whose seat was declared vacant last month due to repeated absences.
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Somali lawmakers clash over speaker’s ouster of MP Abdullahi Abiib

Mogadishu (HOL) — A session of Somalia's Lower House of Parliament ended in chaos on Saturday after lawmakers clashed over the controversial removal of MP Dr. Abdullahi Hashi Abiib, whose seat was declared vacant last month due to repeated absences.

Somalia expands voter registration in Mogadishu ahead of historic one-person, one-vote elections

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s National Independent Electoral Commission expanded voter registration to three additional districts in Mogadishu on Saturday, marking another step toward the country’s first one-person, one-vote elections in over five decades
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Somalia expands voter registration in Mogadishu ahead of historic one-person, one-vote elections

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s National Independent Electoral Commission expanded voter registration to three additional districts in Mogadishu on Saturday, marking another step toward the country’s first one-person, one-vote elections in over five decades.

Puntland forces foil ISIS suicide attack in Togga Miraale, killing eight militants

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland security forces have thwarted a major ISIS suicide bombing attempt in the Togga Miraale area, killing eight attackers and confirming that two others detonated their explosives before reaching their targets, officials said on Saturday
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Puntland forces foil ISIS suicide attack in Togga Miraale, killing eight militants

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland security forces have thwarted a major ISIS suicide bombing attempt in the Togga Miraale area, killing eight attackers and confirming that two others detonated their explosives before reaching their targets, officials said on Saturday.

Türkiye sees sharp surge in international students: Report

The number of international students in Türkiye has grown sixfold over the past decade, reaching more than 336,000 and generating an estimated $3 billion annually through tuition fees and living expenses, a recent report has revealed.
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Türkiye sees sharp surge in international students: Report

The number of international students in Türkiye has grown sixfold over the past decade, reaching more than 336,000 and generating an estimated $3 billion annually through tuition fees and living expenses, a recent report has revealed.

Somalia urges Saudi Arabia to release citizens facing execution for drug trafficking

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali government has launched formal talks with Saudi authorities to secure the release or repatriation of more than 100 Somali nationals imprisoned in Saudi Arabia, including dozens facing death sentences for drug trafficking.
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Somalia urges Saudi Arabia to release citizens facing execution for drug trafficking

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali government has launched formal talks with Saudi authorities to secure the release or repatriation of more than 100 Somali nationals imprisoned in Saudi Arabia, including dozens facing death sentences for drug trafficking.

Somali-born man sentenced to prison in New York crash that killed 9-year-old girl

Toronto (HOL) — A Somali-born man was sentenced to one to three years in a New York state prison on Friday after being convicted of reckless driving that killed a 9-year-old girl in a 2023 crash.
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Somali-born man sentenced to prison in New York crash that killed 9-year-old girl

Toronto (HOL) — A Somali-born man was sentenced to one to three years in a New York state prison on Friday after being convicted of reckless driving that killed a 9-year-old girl in a 2023 crash.

Somali children hear for first time after Saudi-funded surgeries in Nairobi

Mogadishu (HOL) — Fifteen Somali children heard for the first time after undergoing life-changing surgeries in Nairobi to implant advanced hearing devices funded by Saudi Arabia—a moment that brought sound, hope, and dignity to families long silenced by d
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Somali children hear for first time after Saudi-funded surgeries in Nairobi

Mogadishu (HOL) — Fifteen Somali children heard for the first time after undergoing life-changing surgeries in Nairobi to implant advanced hearing devices funded by Saudi Arabia—a moment that brought sound, hope, and dignity to families long silenced by disability.

Mortar attack kills one, injuries three in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Several mortar shells struck multiple neighborhoods in Mogadishu on Sunday, including Hamarweyne, Hamar Jajab, and Shibis districts, as Somalia’s electoral commission continues its voter registration drive across the capital.
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Mortar attack kills one, injuries three in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Several mortar shells struck multiple neighborhoods in Mogadishu on Sunday, including Hamarweyne, Hamar Jajab, and Shibis districts, as Somalia’s electoral commission continues its voter registration drive across the capital.

Actor in film warning of revenge killings shot dead in family feud

«No man avenged has ever risen from the grave» is the haunting tagline of a film that has shocked Somalis to the core in a case of life imitating art.
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Actor in film warning of revenge killings shot dead in family feud

«No man avenged has ever risen from the grave» is the haunting tagline of a film that has shocked Somalis to the core in a case of life imitating art.

Kenya halts kidney trafficking operation after DW report

A report by DW and other German media outlets put the spotlight on a kidney trafficking operation based in Kenya. Now the government is launching an investigation.
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Kenya halts kidney trafficking operation after DW report

A report by DW and other German media outlets put the spotlight on a kidney trafficking operation based in Kenya. Now the government is launching an investigation.

Puntland forces declare victory over ISIS in Dooxada Miraale after fierce battle

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland regional forces have announced the complete clearance of Islamic State (ISIS) fighters from the Dooxada Miraale area in the Bari region following a prolonged and intense military operation on Friday.
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Puntland forces declare victory over ISIS in Dooxada Miraale after fierce battle

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland regional forces have announced the complete clearance of Islamic State (ISIS) fighters from the Dooxada Miraale area in the Bari region following a prolonged and intense military operation on Friday.

Somalia threatens action against African Union envoy over remarks on Al-Shabaab

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali federal government has accused the Acting Head of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Sivuyile Thandikhaya Bam, of undermining the country's development and expressing sympathies toward the al-Qa
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Somalia threatens action against African Union envoy over remarks on Al-Shabaab

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali federal government has accused the Acting Head of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Sivuyile Thandikhaya Bam, of undermining the country's development and expressing sympathies toward the al-Qaeda-linked militant group Al-Shabaab.

Somaliland accuses federal government of involving clashes in Sanaag region

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland government has accused the Federal Government of Somalia of involvement in Thursday's fighting between its forces and the SSC-Khaatumo administration in the Dhuumadare area of the Sanaag region.
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Somaliland accuses federal government of involving clashes in Sanaag region

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland government has accused the Federal Government of Somalia of involvement in Thursday's fighting between its forces and the SSC-Khaatumo administration in the Dhuumadare area of the Sanaag region.

Puntland forces overrun last major ISIS stronghold in northeastern Somalia

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland security forces launched a coordinated offensive Friday targeting Islamic State (ISIS) remnants in the Calmiskaad mountain range of Bari region, seizing weapons and dismantling what officials described as the group's last major stron
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Puntland forces overrun last major ISIS stronghold in northeastern Somalia

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland security forces launched a coordinated offensive Friday targeting Islamic State (ISIS) remnants in the Calmiskaad mountain range of Bari region, seizing weapons and dismantling what officials described as the group's last major stronghold in the area.

Somali forces kill 35 al-Shabaab militants near Baidoa

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and regional Darwish units from South West State killed more than 35 Al-Shabaab fighters in a coordinated military operation near Baidoa, military officials said Thursday.
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Somali forces kill 35 al-Shabaab militants near Baidoa

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and regional Darwish units from South West State killed more than 35 Al-Shabaab fighters in a coordinated military operation near Baidoa, military officials said Thursday.

Somaliland urges Somalia to transfer detainees to ICRC, citing Geneva Convention breach

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somaliland government is calling on Somalia to immediately transfer 25 detainees taken from Las Anod to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), accusing federal authorities of violating international humanitarian law and e
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Somaliland urges Somalia to transfer detainees to ICRC, citing Geneva Convention breach

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somaliland government is calling on Somalia to immediately transfer 25 detainees taken from Las Anod to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), accusing federal authorities of violating international humanitarian law and exploiting the prisoners for political purposes.

Somali president defends war strategy after al-Shabaab captures key town

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday defended his administration’s ongoing offensive against Al-Shabaab, following the militant group’s surprise capture of Aadan Yabaal, a strategic town in central Somalia’s Middle Shab
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Somali president defends war strategy after al-Shabaab captures key town

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday defended his administration’s ongoing offensive against Al-Shabaab, following the militant group’s surprise capture of Aadan Yabaal, a strategic town in central Somalia’s Middle Shabelle region.

U.S. airstrike destroys weapons-laden vessels bound for Al-Shabaab, officials say

Mogadishu (HOL) — A U.S. airstrike, carried out in coordination with the Somali National Army (SNA), destroyed two vessels carrying advanced weaponry destined for Al-Shabaab, Somali and American officials confirmed on Thursday.
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U.S. airstrike destroys weapons-laden vessels bound for Al-Shabaab, officials say

Mogadishu (HOL) — A U.S. airstrike, carried out in coordination with the Somali National Army (SNA), destroyed two vessels carrying advanced weaponry destined for Al-Shabaab, Somali and American officials confirmed on Thursday.

Gedo governor warns electoral body against uncoordinated voter registration

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Governor of the Gedo region, Mohamed Hussein Al-Qaadi, has warned the country's National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) against conducting any voter registration or election-related activities in the region, st
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Gedo governor warns electoral body against uncoordinated voter registration

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Governor of the Gedo region, Mohamed Hussein Al-Qaadi, has warned the country's National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) against conducting any voter registration or election-related activities in the region, stating that doing so without coordination with the Jubbaland administration would be considered illegitimate and met with resistance.

Mudavadi denies claims Kenya supports Sudan’s RSF

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has refuted the accusations that Kenya has been supporting Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the ongoing war with the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Mudavadi denies claims Kenya supports Sudan’s RSF

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has refuted the accusations that Kenya has been supporting Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the ongoing war with the Sudanese Armed Forces.

Somali forces repel Al-Shabaab attack near Baidoa, kill at least 10 militants

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and allied local militia repelled an attempted Al-Shabaab attack in the Gasarta area between Baidoa and Deynuunay on Wednesday, killing at least ten militants, according to military officials.
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Somali forces repel Al-Shabaab attack near Baidoa, kill at least 10 militants

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and allied local militia repelled an attempted Al-Shabaab attack in the Gasarta area between Baidoa and Deynuunay on Wednesday, killing at least ten militants, according to military officials.

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