Somali intelligence operations kill 22 Al-Shabaab fighters in central regions
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), working in coordination with international partners, has carried out planned operations targeting Al-Shabaab fighters and...
Somalia warns against reported Israeli military base plan in Berbera
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government has issued a strong warning against the use of its territory for foreign military operations, following media reports that...
In VIDEO: Lasting peace depends on empowering women and youth
Empowering women and youth is not optional but it is essential for lasting peace. Societies thrive when women and young people are empowered to...
Somali Police Launch Major Anti-Drug Crackdown in Mogadishu and Dhobley
MOGADISHU, Somalia – Somali police launched a series of targeted anti-narcotics operations in the southern town of Dhobley and the capital, Mogadishu, officials said...
African Union Condemns Drone Strike in Goma, DR Congo, Killing Civilians and Aid Workers
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – The African Union (AU) has strongly condemned a drone strike in the eastern city of Goma in the Democratic Republic...
Soldiers, Hotel Guards Detained After Shooting at Mogadishu’s Hotel Dayax
MOGADISHU, Somalia – Somali authorities have detained members of the Public Guards and hotel security personnel following a shooting incident that erupted at Hotel...
Arab League welcomes adoption of Somalia’s new constitution
CAIRO — The Arab League on Thursday welcomed the adoption and entry into force of Somalia’s new constitution, describing it as a major step...
Hormuud Salaam Foundation Commits $700,000 to Somalia Drought Relief
MOGADISHU, Somalia — The Hormuud Salaam Foundation announced it has committed $700,000 in emergency humanitarian aid to support families affected by severe drought...
Israel Weighs Military Base in Somaliland to Counter Yemen’s Houthis: Report
BERBERA — Israel is studying the possibility of establishing a military and intelligence base on the coast of Somaliland as part of efforts to...
Former Somali president condemns arrest of tuk-tuk drivers in Mogadishu
MOGADISHU — Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed condemned the arrest of tuk-tuk drivers in the Somali capital, saying they had been peacefully protesting rising living costs.
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