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HH the Emir Holds Telephone Conversation with Somali President

0 Visits: 6226 | Friday January 06, 2017 - 12:51:19
Doha, January 03 (QNA) - HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on Tuesday held a telephone conversation with President of the Federal Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.

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Nigeria:Accidental discharge in Aso Rock villa leaves staff wounded

0 Visits: 5196 | Friday January 06, 2017 - 11:58:43
Details of the proposed spending are contained in the 2017 budget, which was submitted to a joint session of the National Assembly by President Muhammadu Buhari on December 14, 2016.

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Nigeria: Boko Haram bomb-maker from Sambisa arrested in Ibadan

0 Visits: 6280 | Friday January 06, 2017 - 11:53:31
The source said: "The man was arrested on Sunday night by security agents from the Iyaganku Division of the Oyo State Police Command.

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Niger Delta leaders condemn FG's 'harassment' of Jonathan's family

0 Visits: 5173 | Friday January 06, 2017 - 11:39:13
- Niger Delta leaders have condemned President Buhari for what they described as an attempt by his govt to humiliate the family of former president Goodluck Jonathan

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Somalia launches regional league as national plan takes shape

0 Visits: 8620 | Thursday January 05, 2017 - 10:56:44
January 4 – The Somali Football Federation has inaugurated its first ever regional football league in the port city of Kismayo, about 500 kilometers south of the capital Mogadishu.

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136 Nigerian policemen get medals in Somalia

0 Visits: 8014 | Thursday January 05, 2017 - 10:36:51
A total of 136 policemen from Nigeria were awarded medals to mark the end of their duty in Somalia, a statement by the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) said.

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The United States Urges Momentum in Somalia's Electoral Process

0 Visits: 8531 | Thursday January 05, 2017 - 10:12:38
The United States welcomes the inauguration of Somalia's new Federal Parliament and congratulates the people of Somalia on yet another step toward political stability. Parliament must now prioritize transparency and timeliness in the election of Speakers for both houses and the subsequent election…

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Somalia ends 2016 with gloomy record of repression against journalists, says NUSOJ

0 Visits: 6097 | Tuesday January 03, 2017 - 03:20:42
Deadly attacks on reporters and their news outlets as well as a government campaign of repression under a new media law marked 2016 in Somalia, reinforcing a dangerous climate of impunity toward the news media, says the National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ).

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Somalia:Welcoming new Federal Parliament, Ban urges completion of electoral process

0 Visits: 9703 | Friday December 30, 2016 - 11:10:50
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has welcomed the inauguration of the new Federal Parliament of Somalia on 27 December and warmly congratulated the people of Somalia on this historic achievement in their quest for universal suffrage by 2020.

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International community warns Somalia's new Parliament against corruption

0 Visits: 10884 | Friday December 30, 2016 - 08:51:17
The international community has warned Somalia's new parliament against corruption practices, emphasising the need for the embattled nation to "move forward" as new MPs are set to select the next President.

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Video First Somali interregional all-girls basketball tournament held despite warning

0 Visits: 9945 | Thursday December 29, 2016 - 07:21:53
Despite threats and warning, Somalia held its first ever interregional all-girls basketball tournament which ended on Monday with Banaadir region crowned champions.

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[Dhageyso] Madaxweyne Shariif Sakiin oo diiday amarkii Ethiopia kuna adkeeystay inuu yahay Musharax Madaxweyne ?

0 Visits: 0 | Thursday December 29, 2016 - 06:02:02
BREAKING: US warns that Somali-Americans who may have been implicated in electoral malpractices could be held accountable under US law.

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[Daawo] Madaxweyne Garguurte oo cunto kariyahiisii Xildhibaan ka dhigay

0 Visits: 0 | Monday December 26, 2016 - 11:27:06
Daawo Madaxweyne Garguurte oo cunto kariyahiisii Xildhibaan ka dhigay

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Somalia: Minister Abdirashid Hidig accused of food aid theft

0 Visits: 9684 | Monday December 26, 2016 - 10:49:00
The state minister for interior Abdirashid Mohamed Hidig, has been accused of food aid corruption as the horn of Africa country is facing drought and famine.

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[Sir culus] Qaraxii Daallo iyo Ganacsade Musharax Caddow Gees lugtuu ku lahaay ?

0 Visits: 25336 | Monday December 26, 2016 - 07:33:35
Waagacusub.net - Qaraxii Daallo Airlines waxaa ka dambeeyay NIn lagu magacaabo Cadow Cali Gees oo ah Xildhibaan ka tirsan Baarlamaanka Somalia una dhashay Waceeysle Abgaal iyo nin la shaqeeya oo Isaaqa oo soo diray ninka is qarxiyay ee Cabdisalan Boreh" sida lagu ogaaday baaris ay sameeyeen khubaro…

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The UAE expands military presence in the Horn of Africa

0 Visits: 7636 | Monday December 26, 2016 - 05:20:55
The United Arab Emirates is proving to be a powerful actor in the Northeast Africa peninsula which is home to eight nations. It has secured two military bases, one in Eritrea and the other one in Somaliland, strategic for the fight in Yemen. Countries with limited resources like Puntland, Somaliland…

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[Daawo] Ganacsadahii abaabulay weerarkii Daallo Airlines ahaayna Maalgeliyaha Garguurte oo Madaxweynenimo isu sharaxay

0 Visits: 0 | Monday December 26, 2016 - 04:19:16
Daawo Ganacsadahii abaabulay weerarkii Daallo Airlines oo Madaxweynenimo isu sharaxay

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[Daawo] Somcable oo xanibtay Website-yadii Mucaaraday Muse biixi iyo Ina Aw Saciid oo ku biiray dagaal oogayaasha Somalia

0 Visits: 0 | Monday December 26, 2016 - 00:58:28
Daawo Somcable oo xanibtay Website-yadii Mucaaraday Muse biixi iyo Ina Aw Saciid oo ku biiray dagaal oogayaasha Somalia

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[Daawo] gabdhaha Galmudug oo ku tuntay kuwa Puntland ugana adkaaday 44 gool

0 Visits: 0 | Sunday December 25, 2016 - 23:07:25
Daawo gabdhaha Galmudug oo ku tuntay kuwa Puntland ugana adkaaday 44 gool.

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[Daawo] wiil British ah oo ku biiray Al-Shabaab kadibna guursaday gabadh Somalia

0 Visits: 0 | Saturday December 24, 2016 - 10:47:40
Daawo wiil British ah oo ku biiray Al-Shabaab kadibna guursaday gabadh Somalia

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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."

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

 

Minneapolis Police Identify Suspect in Chemical Spray Attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar During Public Town Hall

Minneapolis, Minnesota — Minneapolis police have identified and charged a 55-year-old man after he sprayed an unknown liquid at U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar during a public town hall meeting focused on immigration and federal enforcement policies. Full Article

 

SOLDa Safety Network Investigation: Major Human Trafficking Network Operating in Mogadishu

Mogadishu, Somalia — An investigation by SOLDa Safety Network has uncovered a large-scale human smuggling network operating in Mogadishu, trafficking Somali youth through an organized system involving corrupt facilitators and international transit routes. According to SOLDa's findings, some senior Somali officials are allegedly linked to the trafficking network, having reached agreements with smuggling groups to enable the movement of victims and prevent arrests. Full Article

 

OSINT Report: Swiss-Registered VIP Charter Helicopter (HB-ZYI) Appears in Somaliland President Cirro's Facebook Post Amid Israel Travel Rumours

A Facebook photo posted by Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) has triggered widespread speculation among Somalis online, with claims that the President is preparing for an overseas trip — including rumours linking the visit to Israel. Open-source aviation assessment of the aircraft visible in the image indicates the helicopter is Swiss-registered, bearing registration HB-ZYI, and identified as a Bell 429 (B429) — a type commonly used for VIP charter and private rental services. The photo appears to have been taken on an airport apron, consistent with charter helicopter operations. While Switzerland is strongly indicated through the aircraft registration prefix HB, the exact airport location cannot be confirmed from the posted image alone. Additionally, claims circulating online suggesting Cirro has entered security "wanted lists" remain unverified and unsupported by official documentation. 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