AU Reaffirms Support for Somalia as AUSSOM Troop-Contributing Countries Meet in Kampala
KAMPALA, Uganda, Aug. 1 – The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has reaffirmed the bloc’s continued support for Somalia’s government and...
Exclusive Interview with AFRICOM Commander General Dagvin Anderson
What is the current security outlook in Somalia? What is the future of the U.S.–Somalia partnership? What is Washington's position on Somaliland?
General Dagvin Anderson,...
Somalia’s Security Transition Hinges on Political Agreement, AUSSOM Summit Says
KAMPALA, Uganda — Somalia's long-term security depends on resolving its political divisions and forging broad national consensus, African leaders and international partners said at...
Veteran Somali Music Icon Ahmed Ali Egal Dies in United States
MOGADISHU — Renowned Somali singer, composer and musician Ahmed Ali Egal, one of the country's most influential cultural figures, died in the United States...
South Africa Says AU Backs Broader Migration Debate Instead of Focusing on Xenophobic Violence
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – South Africa said the African Union has backed a broader discussion on migration and irregular movement across the continent rather...
Somalia’s President Arrives in Uganda Ahead of AUSSOM Summit, Holds Talks With Museveni
KAMPALA, Uganda – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Uganda's capital Kampala on Friday, where he held bilateral talks with Ugandan President Yoweri...
AUSSOM Troop-Contributing Nations Seek UN Extension for Somalia Mission at Kampala Summit
KAMPALA, Uganda – Defence ministers from countries contributing troops to the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) agreed on Thursday to...
Somalia urges Africa to prepare for expected Super El Niño
MOGADISHU, Somalia— Somalia has called for stronger regional cooperation as African countries prepare for the expected impacts of the 2026 Super El Niño.
The appeal...
Somalia, African Union Discuss Security, AUSSOM at Addis Ababa Meeting
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisaalam Abdi Ali, held bilateral talks with African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud...
Somali President Meets AFRICOM Commander to Discuss Security Cooperation and Counterterrorism Efforts
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday held talks with the commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Dagvin...
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Somalia Says 75 Al-Shabaab Fighters Killed in Fighting Near Buurhakaba
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali government forces killed about 75 Al-Shabaab fighters and wounded 56 others during a prolonged offensive in Jameeca, near Buurhakaba district...
Somalia Urges Local Investors to Tap Marine and Agricultural Resources
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s Foreign Affairs Minister Abdisalam Abdi Ali on Tuesday urged local businesses to invest in the country’s marine resources, fisheries, livestock...
Somalia’s Human Rights Minister Inspects Newly Opened UN Office in Mogadishu
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s Minister of Family and Human Rights Development, Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, has visited the Office of the UN High Commissioner for...
