Garowe (HOL) — Puntland security forces have killed more than ten ISIS militants in a major operation conducted in the Calmiskaad Mountains of the Bari region on Saturday, officials said.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Suspected al-Shabaab militants launched an attack on Mogadishu’s heavily fortified Godka Jilacow prison on Saturday afternoon.

Sana’a (HOL) — The Somali Embassy in Yemen has resumed issuing passports after an eight-year suspension, addressing long-standing demands from Somali citizens living in the country who have struggled to obtain official travel documents.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government has announced the reopening of more than 50 roads in the capital, Mogadishu, which had been closed for years due to security concerns. According to a statement from the Federal Government on Saturday, the decision follows a comprehensive security assessment and aims to ease severe traffic congestion and improve the daily lives of residents. The government emphasized that the move seeks to strike a balance between maintaining public safety and restoring the free movement of people and goods across the city. For years, the closure of key routes—particularly those near government buildings and diplomatic missions—has hampered urban mobility, restricting access to schools, hospitals, markets, and businesses. Authorities said the reopening of these roads is expected to ease traffic flow, boost local economic activity, and help restore a sense of normalcy to city life. The government also urged the public to cooperate with security forces to ensure the process is carried out safely and efficiently.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has defended the ongoing demolitions, asserting that the Banadir Regional Administration is legally responsible for managing land in the capital. Speaking at the Presidential Mosque after Friday prayers, President Mohamud dismissed opposition claims that the federal government is forcibly displacing residents, stating that all land-related matters fall under the jurisdiction of the Banadir Regional Administration. “Mogadishu will no longer be a cramped city where Al-Shabaab can hide, bodies cannot be taken for burial, or fire trucks cannot pass through,” President Hassan Sheikh said, emphasizing that the measures aim to improve security, order, and infrastructure in the city. The president acknowledged that some demolitions and relocations have affected residents but described them as necessary for Mogadishu’s long-term safety and development. He added that citizens who possess valid ownership documents have the right to defend their property claims through the courts. In recent months, federal government forces have demolished homes and displaced families in several parts of Mogadishu, including the Dab Damiska (Fire Brigade) area of the Wadajir district. Earlier this year, a government decision to relocate a cemetery in Mogadishu to make way for a new Somali Navy base sparked public outrage, with families asked to exhume the remains of their relatives. Opposition figures, including former President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, have criticized the government’s approach, accusing it of corruption and mismanagement. They argue that these practices undermine public trust and call for greater transparency and accountability in the management of public lands and resources.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (HOL) — Somali activist Omar Jamal said Friday he remains confident he will not be deported after being released this week from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody, following a month-long detention at the Freeborn County Jail in southern Minnesota.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) will reduce emergency food assistance in Somalia by two-thirds next month, leaving millions of people without critical support as the agency faces a severe funding shortfall.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government troops backed by African Union peacekeepers under the AUSSOM mission have recaptured key villages from al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland’s coast guard has intercepted a dhow carrying eleven cheetah cubs intended for the illegal wildlife trade, marking one of the largest confiscations of the endangered species in recent years, conservationists said.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has banned the use of unauthorized armed vehicles in Mogadishu, ordering security agencies to restrict such movement to official government convoys in an effort to safeguard the capital’s stability.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Minister of Defense, Ahmed Macallin Fiqi, has criticized the recent meeting held in Nairobi between the leaders of Puntland, Jubaland, and members of the National Salvation Forum, describing its outcomes as serving foreign interests rather than the Somali people.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Police Commander Brigadier General Asad Osman Abdullahi held a meeting on Thursday in Mogadishu with European Union Ambassador to Somalia, Francesca Di Mauro, to discuss key security matters and reinforce bilateral cooperation.

Across the shimmering turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, some 3,000 kilometers southeast of Mogadishu, lies the Maldives, a chain of coral islands scattered like jewels across the horizon. Long before European explorers arrived, the Maldives had developed a distinct identity shaped by trade, seafaring, and Islam, which arrived on the islands around the 12th century and gradually transformed them into a devoutly Muslim society under the rule of local sultans and queens. The islands’ strategic location made them a key stopover for merchants and travelers navigating the Indian Ocean, linking East Africa, South Asia, and beyond. From Mogadishu, ships laden with goods such as gold, ivory, and frankincense would embark on months-long journeys, carried by monsoon winds across the vast ocean, connecting Somali ports with the Maldivian atolls. It was along these turquoise waves and coral-fringed shores that scholars like Sheikh Abdulaziz al-Muqdishawi voyaged, bringing religious knowledge, guidance, and justice to distant lands. Through these journeys, the Maldives became not just a trading partner but also a stage for the flow of ideas, faith, and culture, illustrating the deep maritime networks that linked the Horn of Africa to islands thousands of kilometers away, and allowing Somali scholars to leave enduring marks far from their homeland.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Commander of the Banadir Regional Police, Mahdi Omar Mumin, has issued a stern warning to security officers against handing over their weapons to civilians, particularly youths who film and circulate videos on social media.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Tensions flared Thursday in the historic coastal town of Zeila after rival community groups clashed over a planned ceremony celebrating Xeer Ciise, the Issa clan’s traditional legal code recently recognized by UNESCO as part of humanity’s intangible cultural heritage.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Puntland State University (PSU) has been crowned Somalia’s 2025 International Humanitarian Law (IHL) champion after defeating Mogadishu University in a tense national final held in the capital, earning the right to represent the country at the All-Africa IHL Finals in Nairobi this November.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Captain Yasmin Abdi Farah became Somalia’s first female pilot in 35 years when she was commissioned in 2022, reviving a legacy last held by pioneer Asli Hassan Abade. The 27-year-old now flies for Maandeeq Air on routes linking Mogadishu with Nairobi and cities across Somalia.

Addis Ababa (HOL) — The Executive Director of the National Climate Fund (NCF), Liban Obsiye, has emphasized that national coordination, ownership, and leadership are essential for the success of climate finance investments at the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Regional Dialogue with Africa, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Thursday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali Police Force in Garasbaley district of Mogadishu have arrested a soldier accused of robbing and injuring a civilian.

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (HOL) — U.S. immigration officials said they uncovered 275 cases of suspected fraud or other concerns during a nine-day operation across Minneapolis and St. Paul, but the sweep has so far resulted in four arrests and 42 referrals to immigration court.

Garbahaarrey, Somalia (HOL) — A neighbourhood official was shot dead late Tuesday night in Garbahaarrey, the administrative capital of Somalia’s Gedo region, in what authorities say reflects a surge in targeted killings that have shaken local confidence in security institutions.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Al-Shabaab has emerged as al-Qaida’s financial lifeline, generating as much as $200 million annually from forced taxation, extortion, and illicit trade to fund its growing military campaign across central and southern Somalia, according to a new counterterrorism assessment.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Lower House of Parliament on Thursday ratified the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, marking a major step forward in protecting and promoting children’s rights across the country.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre on Thursday officially inaugurated a large-scale electrification project that will provide free electricity to 150 health facilities across the country.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Djibouti has pledged to send more troops to Somalia to help counter the persistent threat of al-Shabaab on Tuesday, reaffirming its long-standing role in regional peace and security.

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) said the visiting ships—Indian Navy Ship (INS) TIR, INS SHARDUL, INS SUJATA, and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) SARATHI—were part of the Indian Navy’s Overseas Deployment for Autumn Term 2025.

Workers and industry are bracing for the end of a longstanding U.S. trade agreement that gave African exporters preferential treatment and now leaves businesses vulnerable to new competitive pressures and tariffs.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Attorney General has referred the case of Ali Abdi Sheikh Khadar, also known as Dhegadiish, to the Banadir Regional Court after he allegedly buried a young child alive, filmed the incident, and shared it on social media.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro on Tuesday urged international investors to channel capital into the self-declared republic, telling a UAE–Africa summit that his government is committed to creating a business-friendly environment.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia will begin drilling its first oil block in the coming months as part of a wider push to harness natural resources and modernize its economy, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud told lawmakers on Monday.

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somalia’s Custodial Corps has sent newly trained troops to the frontlines to reinforce military operations against al-Shabab, the corps commander announced Tuesday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — More than 50 Somali citizens imprisoned in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have been released following discussions between Somali and Congolese authorities, officials confirmed.

Mogadishu (HOL) – The United Kingdom has announced more than $30 million in new funding to support Somalia’s security transition, backing Somali forces and African Union partners in the fight against al-Shabaab.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Police have arrested seven youths in Mogadishu for engaging in dangerous acts with knives in public stadiums and posting the incidents on social media.