Somalia: Somalia's Minister of Internal Security Hosts Reception for SSC-Khaatumo Leader in Mogadishu

Somalia's Federal Government Minister of Internal Security, Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail (Fartaag), on Sunday hosted a special welcoming reception in honor of the leader of SSC-Khaatumo… Read more »

Somalia: Two Civilians Killed in Targeted Attack in Koogaar, Middle Shabelle - Rising Fears of Clan Violence

Koogaar (also known as Burdheere), Middle Shabelle Region - Two civilians were killed early this morning in a targeted attack carried out by unidentified armed men in the village… Read more »

Somalia: Former Somali President Farmaajo Accuses President Hassan Sheikh of Undermining National Consultative Forum

Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has strongly criticized President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, accusing him of sabotaging the National Consultative Forum and… Read more »

Somalia: Swedish Police Train Somali CID Officers in Forensic Crime Scene Investigation

Immigration Liaison Officers from the Swedish National Border Police have successfully conducted a training course on basic forensic crime scene investigation for officers of the… Read more »

Somalia: Federal Government Plots New Regional Administration in Jubbaland Amid Escalating Tensions

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) has unveiled a contentious plan to establish a new autonomous administration in Jubbaland, in what is widely seen as a direct challenge to… Read more »

Somalia: National Consultative Council Issues Communiqué After Key Meeting in Mogadishu

The National Consultative Council (NCC) released an official communiqué on Wednesday evening following the conclusion of its recent summit held in Mogadishu. Read more »

Somalia: Trump to Announce Gaza Administration Plan Within 24 Hours - Temporary U.S.-Led Governance Proposed

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to unveil a comprehensive proposal within the next 24 hours outlining a temporary governance structure for the Gaza Strip, according to… Read more »

Somalia: Ambassador of Somalia Presents Credentials to Indonesian President Prabowo in a Historic Diplomatic Milestone

The newly appointed Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to Indonesia, Dr. Faysal Ahmed Salad, has on Wednesday officially presented his credentials to the President of… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia and Qatar Ministers Discuss Strengthening Labour and Social Development Cooperation

The Minister of Labour and Social Affairs of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Yusuf Mohamed Adan, held a meeting on Wednesday with his Qatari counterpart, Ali bin Samikh… Read more »

Somalia: Puntland Denies UAE Military Radar Installation in Bosaso Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Garoowe - The Puntland regional government has issued an official and forceful denial regarding recent allegations that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) installed an Israeli-made… Read more »

Somalia: Second Day of Deliberating the Constitution, Elections, and Security

MOGADISHU, - The National Consultative Council (NCC) Conference continued into its second day in Mogadishu, with Somali leaders holding intensive deliberations on key political,… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Authorities Seize House in Mogadishu Over National Security Threats

The Banadir Regional Administration and the Mogadishu Municipality have officially taken control of a house in the Hamar Jajab district, following a joint security report by the… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Defense Minister Meets Africom Commander to Strengthen Security Cooperation

The Minister of Defense of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Ambassador Abdikhadir Ahmed Fiqi, along with the Chief of the Somali National Army, General Odowaa Yusuf Raage, on… Read more »

Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh Meets Africom Commander to Strengthen U.S.-Somalia Security Cooperation and Fight Against Al-Shabaab

President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a high-level meeting on Tuesday with General Michael E. Langley, Commander of the United States Africa… Read more »

Somalia: Puntland President Visits Key Public Places in Bosaso to Engage With Citizens and Promote Security Efforts

The President of Puntland State, Said Abdullahi Deni, paid an evening visit to several prominent public and commercial locations in the city of Bosaso on Tuesday. Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Participates in Annual Gff/World Bank Health Financing Meeting in Cape Town

The Director General of Somalia's Ministry of Health and Human Services, Dr. Guled Abdijaliil Ali, participated in the annual Global Financing Facility (GFF) / World Bank meeting… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia and U.S. Reinforce Military Ties - President Hassan Sheikh Meets Africom Commander to Bolster Security Cooperation

MOGADISHU, -- In a significant diplomatic and military engagement, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met on wednesday with General Michael E. Langley, Commander of the United… Read more »

Somalia: Galmudug and SSC-Khaatumo Leaders Meet in Mogadishu to Boost Unity and Dialogue

In a significant political development aimed at fostering national unity and interregional cooperation, the President of Galmudug State, Ahmed Abdi Kariye (Qoorqoor), held a… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Police Deputy Commander Attends EAPCCO Conference in Addis Ababa to Strengthen Security Cooperation

A delegation led by the Deputy Commander of the Somali Police Force, Major General Osman Abdullahi Mohamed (Kaniif), along with the Head of Interpol's Police Directorate, Major… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Prime Minister Calls for Increased Investment in Agriculture to Boost Domestic Production and Achieve Food Security

The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, Hamza Abdi Barre, emphasized the government's strong commitment to fostering domestic production as a crucial strategy for… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's New Defence Minister Meets U.S. Ambassador to Boost Security Cooperation

On his very first day in office, Somalia's newly appointed Defence Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, held a meeting with Richard H. Riley, the US Ambassador to Somalia, in Mogadishu on… Read more »

Somalia: Southwest Leade Rallies Frontline Troops Ahead of Expanded Anti-Al-Shabaab Offensive

Southwest State President Abdiasis Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen visited frontline troops in the embattled Bay region on Sunday, as regional and federal forces intensify military… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Civilian Killed in South Sudan Ambush Amid Escalating Insecurity On Juba-Terekeka Highway

JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN -- A Somali national was killed in a brutal armed ambush along the volatile Juba-Terekeka highway in South Sudan, underscoring the growing threat to civilians and… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Voices Support for Palestine At Arab Summit in Algiers

Somalia's Speaker of the Federal Parliament, Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur (widely known as Madoobe), has once again reiterated Somalia's unwavering position in support of the… Read more »

Somalia: Preliminary Data Suggests Major Natural Gas Discovery Off Somalia's Coast

Somalia's ambitious offshore oil and gas exploration project--its first formal effort in decades to unlock its untapped hydrocarbon potential--has reached a critical milestone. Read more »