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Somalia: IGAD, UN, and EU ousted President Hassan

2 Visits: 20214 | Wednesday June 04, 2014 - 18:00:56
The president rebuffed the call for his resignation but welcomed to meet the MPs. As of today, the MPs did not proceed with parliamentary motion probably because of the difficulty to obtain the 183 threshold votes required to remove the president from office. It is not clear if it will end with the…

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Land grabbing and forced evictions in the Ogaden

0 Visits: 5857 | Tuesday June 03, 2014 - 17:14:42
Gambella, a province located in western Ethiopia is currently host to Africa's largest fire sale.

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Somalia Top Secret -suicide bombers Djibouti's deadly attack? 

0 Visits: 13064 | Tuesday June 03, 2014 - 01:38:19
Muse Robleh Herad, 36, and Hodan Mohamed Ali, 29, were involved the deadly attack at a La Chaumere restaurant, which left 3 foreigners dead and 15 others wounded.

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Africa 2050 Light at the end of the tunnel for the "Dark Continent"?

0 Visits: 6317 | Monday June 02, 2014 - 07:12:28
(Author's note: This commentary appeared on Pambazuka.org on May 29, 2014 as part of a mid-century outlook on possible scenarios in Africa. I make my "predictions" debating myself as a political scientist and a defense lawyer.)

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Djibouti The Indispensable Entity

0 Visits: 3805 | Monday June 02, 2014 - 02:55:52
Waagacusub.net - Located at the junction between the rifts of the Gulf of Aden, the red sea and east Africa, the Republic Of Djibouti diligently worked too hard to finally become the crucial core for trade and financial services in that important region.

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Parliamentary Caucus (M5PC) regarding the 27th of May Statement of the International Partners of Somalia

0 Visits: 3894 | Sunday June 01, 2014 - 09:46:20
Statement of The May 5 Parliamentary Caucus (M5PC) regarding the 27th of May Statement of the International Partners of Somalia.

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Somaliland Says "No External Enemy Behind The Explosions"

0 Visits: 6243 | Sunday June 01, 2014 - 09:34:46
Waagacusub.net - Two explosions shook in the town of Hargeisa last night and before last night, following a fierce dispute over power within the factions of the Kulmiye Ruling party.

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"We Can Save Somaliland from The Looming Political Crisis"Says Vice Presidential candidate

0 Visits: 3873 | Sunday June 01, 2014 - 09:31:13
Waagacusub.net - We need to save Somaliland from the looming political ,social and economical crisis that it has been facing over the last four years, Justice & Welfare Party's Vice Presidential candidate said.

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Ethiopia:Benishangul Separatists Reportedly kills scores of Government troops

1 Visits: 6488 | Sunday June 01, 2014 - 09:29:02
Waagacusub.net - Forces from Benishangul's Separatist rebel group are reported to have killed scores of government soldiers in two days fighting-a renewed clash between Ethiopian Security Forces and Benishangul People's Liberation Movement (BPLM), Western of the Country.

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Somalia:Anti-president MPs want a prominent official as the next national security minister

1 Visits: 5877 | Thursday May 29, 2014 - 00:45:29
Waagacusub.net- Somali Parliaments that waged the campaign against the President of Federal Government of Somalia,Hassan Sheikh, proposed to be nominated a famous Security Officer.

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UN and international partners call for resolution of Somali political crisis

0 Visits: 5820 | Wednesday May 28, 2014 - 03:48:14
27 May 2014 – The United Nations, the European Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) today issued a joint appeal for a resolution of the political crisis in Somalia, adding that they stand ready to hold to account anyone who poses an obstacle to progress in the Horn of Africa…

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Endless Chaos from Poor Leadership in Somalia

1 Visits: 8542 | Wednesday May 28, 2014 - 03:19:05
Waagacusub.net- Somalia is in the brink of falling back to a complete anarchy after the Somali public realized that their expectations were not met by the government of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.

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Somalia:Former NSA Director is Ministerial Candidate

2 Visits: 7891 | Tuesday May 27, 2014 - 05:02:37
Waagacusub.net -Ahmed Maolim Fiqi, the former director of the National Security Agency is a candidate who wants to become the minister for national security.

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Somalia:NISA chief and Police Boss Expected to Resign Soon

0 Visits: 6199 | Tuesday May 27, 2014 - 04:57:56
Waagacusub.net- The commanders of the police and security General Abdikariim Dahir Saacid and General BashiirAhmed Jaama' (Bashiir Goobe) NISA chief are due to resign in the next few hours. That is according to credible sources.

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Ethiopia:The Sidama Nation globally Marks the 12th Anniversary of Sidama Looqqe Massacre!

0 Visits: 6993 | Monday May 26, 2014 - 17:38:59
Since 1890s, the Sidama nation has endured various massacres of unimaginable scales most of which had genocidal intents. Time and again, the civilians of the Sidama people as a nation were deliberately targeted and slaughtered by the successive northern led regimes for no apparent reasons, but for demanding…

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on the terrorist attack in Djibouti

0 Visits: 6060 | Sunday May 25, 2014 - 21:19:07
Such attacks against innocent people can never be justified. Those responsible must be brought to justice and held accountable for their acts.

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Two blasts rock Djibouti cafe

0 Visits: 9826 | Sunday May 25, 2014 - 00:19:34
"It's a criminal act. We have two people dead and 11 wounded. It was grenades," Colonel Omar Hassan, head of police in Djibouti city, told Reuters.

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Somalia"Export of resources will boost economic development"

0 Visits: 4167 | Saturday May 24, 2014 - 17:24:12
Minister of Information, H.E. Mustaf Duhulow during his weekly media briefed on progress of the government today talked about the importance of export of resources, legislation on National Procurement, Garowe meeting, Prime Minister's visit to line ministries, the progress on stabilization, the…

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Somali Ogadenia Demands Independence from Ethiopia?

1 Visits: 5819 | Saturday May 24, 2014 - 04:27:23
After decades of marginalization and killings byEthiopian occupiers, the People of Ogaden won't settle other than total Independence

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Topnews:- Daawo Gaadiid iyo hub Al-Shabaab ka qabsadeen Dowladda Kenya - aqoonsiyo Saraakiil laga dilay

0 Visits: 8729 | Friday May 23, 2014 - 22:25:51
Waagacusub.info - Warbaahinta Waagacusub ayaa heshay Sawiro laga qaaday gaadiid iyo hub ay Maleeshiyadda argagixisada Al-Shabaab ka qabsadeen Ciidanka Dowladda Kenya.

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Somalia Condemns Israeli Foreign Minister's Visit to Hargeisa as Violation of Sovereignty

The Federal Republic of Somalia has issued a strong diplomatic condemnation following an unauthorized visit by Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs to Hargeisa, declaring the move a grave violation of Somalia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political unity.

President Donald Trump Revokes Deportation Protections for Somalis in Minnesota, Sparking Tension and Fear

Washington – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the immediate cancellation of deportation protections for Somali nationals living in the state of Minnesota, sending shockwaves through one of the largest Somali diaspora communities in the world. In a strongly worded post shared online, President Trump stated: "Somali gangs are terrorizing the people of that great State, and BILLIONS of Dollars are missing. Send them back to where they came from. It's OVER!" The message has triggered widespread fear among Somali immigrants and families in Minnesota, many of whom have lived in the United States for decades and built stable communities.

Netherlands Secure World Cup 2026 Spot in Style – Koeman Warns: "Victory Is Only the Beginning"

By Dahir Abdulle Alasow – Investigative Sports Journalist Amsterdam – 18 November 2025 =The Dutch national football team is celebrating a historic achievement after officially qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a dominant 4–0 victory over Lithuania in Amsterdam on Monday night.

Ethiopia Strengthens Gulf Ties: Somali-Region Diplomat Jamal Bakar Named Ambassador to UAE

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – In a move highlighting Ethiopia's growing focus on Gulf partnerships, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has appointed Ambassador Jamal Bakar, a senior diplomat from the Somali Regional State, as the country's new Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Union for National Dignity: Inside Somalia's New Political Power Bloc Ahead of 2026 Elections

By Dahir Alasow – Investigative Journalist, Waagacusub Media Mogadishu | Waagacusub.net | November 2025 A new political alliance is taking shape in Somalia as nine influential political figures — drawn from different parties, civic movements, and government backgrounds — have united under one banner known as the Union for National Dignity (Midowga Haybad Qaran). The coalition, announced through a joint press statement in Mogadishu, aims to create a unified political front capable of "restoring national cohesion, governance integrity, and public confidence in Somalia's democracy."

Government Arrests Bajaj Drivers Protesting Rising Fuel Prices in Mogadishu

Security forces in Mogadishu have arrested several young Bajaj drivers who staged protests against rising fuel prices, reflecting growing frustration among Somalia's youth over economic hardship and unemployment. The demonstrations were organized by Bajaj drivers who depend on the three-wheel taxis as their main source of income. Drivers say the increasing cost of fuel has severely reduced their earnings, making it difficult to support themselves and their families. Full Article

 

AASHEEDGUURTA: The Calm Philanthropist Transforming TikTok Giving into Direct Humanitarian Aid

AASHEEDGUURTA, a Somali-American entrepreneur, has emerged as one of the most respected philanthropic figures on TikTok, widely recognized for her compassion, calm public demeanor, and consistent financial support to vulnerable Somali communities. Her name, "AASHEEDGUURTA," symbolically reflects moderation, patience, and a composed approach to society—qualities that many supporters say are clearly visible in her humanitarian work and online conduct. Full Article

 

Somali Cybersecurity Figure Yasmin Abdi Sparks Discussion on Merit, Representation, and Online Narratives

A Somali IT and cybersecurity professional, Yasmin Abdi Qaraare, has become a subject of growing discussion across social media and online tech forums, as her profile circulates widely within Somali communities and diaspora networks. Her reported involvement in cybersecurity and international technology events has led many to recognize her as part of a new generation of Somali professionals working in the global digital sector. Full Article

 

Horn and East Africa: War Crimes and Election Repression Deepen Human Rights Crisis

A new report by Human Rights Watch warns that civilians across the Horn and East Africa are facing escalating war crimes, widespread abuses, and shrinking civic space as governments and armed groups act with near-total impunity. In its World Report 2026, Human Rights Watch documents grave violations in Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, and other countries, where conflicts and political repression have severely undermined civilian protection, free expression, and democratic processes. Full Article

 

SOLDA Safety Network Submits Evidence to Egypt Linking Cairo to Somali Human Trafficking Routes

SOLDA Safety Network has submitted a comprehensive evidence-based report to the Government of Egypt detailing how Cairo has emerged as a key transit hub in human trafficking routes used to smuggle Somali migrants toward North Africa and Europe. According to the organization, the dossier contains testimonies, field intelligence, communication records, and documented trafficking patterns showing that Somali youth are routinely transported from Somalia to Egypt before being moved onward to Libya and other transit countries. Full Article

 

Hormuud telecom and Al-Shabaab's Strategy of Destroying Mobile Communication Masts

Hormuud's Assault on African Peacekeepers Figure 14: African Peace Keepers Hormuud launched a scorching public campaign against the Kenyan military forces in AMISOM in late August 2019. Full Article

 

Former Intel official stripped from NISA membership

Former Intel official stripped from NISA membership Full Article

 

PM KHEYRE USELESS AND COSTY OVERSEAS TRIPS.

PM KHEYRE USELESS AND COSTY OVERSEAS TRIPS. Full Article

 

Abiy says 'New Year' will be celebrated in Eritrea, Ethiopian Airlines to resume flights

Abiy says 'New Year' will be celebrated in Eritrea, Ethiopian Airlines to resume flights Full Article

 

Massive rise in Islamist militant attacks in Africa

Massive rise in Islamist militant attacks in Africa Full Article