Lafta Gareen-aligned forces move into Gedo, heightening political tensions
DOLOW, Somalia — Hundreds of fighters loyal to former South West state president Abdiasis Lafta Gareen have entered parts of the Gedo region, witnesses...
Somalia eyes maritime sector as backbone of economic growth, president says
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia is prioritising the development and use of its vast maritime resources to drive economic growth, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said.
Speaking...
Somalia urges unified curriculum, tighter teacher standards amid federal challenges
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s education minister has called for a unified national curriculum and stricter controls on teacher qualifications, warning that the federal system has...
Somalia cabinet approves one-stop public service centre, backs UN ocean pact
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s cabinet on Thursday approved the establishment of a centralized public service centre aimed at streamlining government services, as it also endorsed...
Somalia backs Arab condemnation of Iran over regional attacks
MOGADISHU — Somalia has formally joined Arab states in condemning alleged Iranian attacks on countries in the Middle East, expressing full support for Arab...
Former Somali President Raises Concerns Over Government Term Dispute
MOGADISHU — Former Somali president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed voiced concern Wednesday over the dispute surrounding the mandate of the Federal Government of Somalia, warning...
Somali President Opens New Ports Ministry Headquarters
MOGADISHU — Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Wednesday inaugurated the new headquarters of the Ministry of Ports and Marine Transport, saying the government is prioritising...
Somalia to Intensify Anti-Terror Operations, Defence Minister Says
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s Defence Minister, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, said Wednesday that the Federal Government of Somalia will intensify operations against militants while expanding stabilization...
Puntland Launches Campaign Against Illegal Fishing
GAROWE — The fisheries ministry in Somalia’s semi-autonomous Puntland has announced a wide-ranging campaign to strengthen the fight against illegal fishing along its coastline.
In...
Somalia Says Intelligence Operation Kills 33 Al-Shabaab Fighters
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), working with international partners, carried out a planned operation in the Guulane area of the...
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Surviving Gunfire, Leading the Fight for Women Journalists in Somalia
At a U.N. panel in New York, Maryan Seylac described surviving gunfire in Somalia and urged stronger protections for women journalists.
By Abdirisak Mohamud Turyare
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Somalia Highlights Investment Opportunities at World Investment Forum in Qatar
DOHA, Qatar — Somalia has highlighted its growing investment opportunities at the ninth World Investment Forum (WIF 2026) in Doha, with State Minister for...
Soomaaliya oo Madasha Maalgashiga Adduunka ku soo bandhigtay fursadaha maalgashi ee dalka
DOOXA, Qatar — Soomaaliya ayaa fursadaha maalgashi ee dalka ku soo bandhigtay Madasha 9-aad ee Maalgashiga Adduunka (WIF 2026), oo ka dhacday magaalada Dooxa...
