Exclusive: AFRICOM Chief says Islamic State doubles size in north Somalia
PENTAGON — Islamic State in Somalia has approximately doubled in size over the past year, the chief of U.S. Africa Command told VOA.
“I am...
Turkey Sends Massive Aid Shipment to Somalia Amidst Looming Drought
MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a display of international solidarity, Turkey has dispatched a substantial aid shipment to Somalia, aiming to mitigate the impacts of...
A Diplomatic Crossroads: Why Somalia’s Future Hinges on Stability Over Political Games
At a pivotal moment in Somalia’s history, a few Parliamentarians are pushing for a motion of no confidence against Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moalim...
European Union Releases €9 Million Budget Support to Somalia
BRUSSELS, Belgium — The European Union has announced a €9 million budget support payment to the Federal Government of Somalia, acknowledging the country's progress...
Al-Sisi reiterates Egypt’s support for Somalia stability
CAIRO, Egypt - Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has affirmed his country’s support for the unity and stability of Somalia, noting the country’s ongoing...
Somalia: SoDMA Tackles Drought Risk with Strategic Meeting
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Amid forecasts of a strong La Niña, Somalia's Commissioner Mahamuud Moallim spearheaded a crucial assembly on Sunday aimed at combating the...
Ethiopia Defends Somaliland Deal at U.N., Calls for Regional Cooperation
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia - Ethiopia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Taye Atske-Selassie, today defended his country's controversial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland at the...
Somali President Accuses Ethiopia of seizing control of airports in his country
MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a candid interview with Al-Jazeera, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia has escalated his criticism of Ethiopia, accusing the neighboring...
Ethiopia Condemns Heinous Terrorist Attack in Mogadishu, Somalia
ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopia's Foreign Affairs Ministry of Ethiopia has condemned the heinous terrorist attack in Mogadishu, Somalia on Saturday that killed at least...
PM Hamza’s Address on Universal Access to Information Day in Somalia
MOGADISHU, Somalia – As Somalia joins the world in commemorating the International Day for Universal Access to Information, this year’s theme, "Mainstreaming Access to...
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Somali Gorgor Commandos Graduate from Military Training in Türkiye
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Units from the 22nd Battalion of the 1st Division of the Somali National Army’s elite Gorgor Commandos have completed advanced military...
Somali Foreign Minister Arrives in Tripoli for CEN-SAD Executive Council Summit
TRIPOLI, Libya — Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisalan Abdi Ali, has arrived in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, to attend the...
UK tightens Kenya travel guidance over Moyale border clashes
NAIROBI — The United Kingdom has tightened its travel advice for Kenya, warning against all non-essential transit to Moyale Town and the surrounding border...
