President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has dismissed allegations that his administration plans to destabilize Jubbaland following the recent deployment of federal troops to the Lower Jubba […]
Egypt, CIA Chief Affirm Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty
Cairo – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo…
As Justin Davis Leaves Mogadishu, Washington Is Asking a Different Question About Somalia
As Justin Davis concludes his tenure as Chargé d’Affaires at the United States Embassy in Mogadishu, he leaves at a time when the relationship between Somalia and the U.S.is changing,…
Journalist Dies from Gunshot Injuries, NUSOJ Demands Justice and Accountability
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is deeply saddened by the death of Bashir Mohamed Abdullahi, a reporter with Arlaadi Media Network, who died in the early hours of…
Daniel and the Two Mothers: The Truth Behind the Story
Daniel’s Choice After 17 Years: His Adoptive Mother or Biological Mother? A viral story circulating on social media claims that a young man named Daniel faced an emotional choice between…
Summer 2026 provisionally hottest on record for the UK
An average mean temperature of 16.5°C puts this summer as provisionally the warmest on record, as well as the warmest season for the UK in a series which goes back…
Türkiye pledges continued security and economic support for Somalia
Turkish Ambassador Alper Aktaş says Ankara will maintain its support for Somali security forces while…
Somalia Sets September 30 for Galmudug, Hirshabelle Elections
Electoral commission announces fresh polls for two federal member states following court ruling that annulled…
SNA brobes video of soldiers suffocating bound Al-Shabaab suspect
Somalia’s military opened a preliminary investigation on Tuesday after a video circulated online appeared to…
Elections, the Constitution, and Somaliland: What Is Happening in Mogadishu?
Somalia’s political dispute deepens over elections and governance MOGADISHU Somalia’s federal government is facing renewed political criticism over elections, constitutional changes and relations with regional actors, as disagreements continue over the…
Egypt, CIA Chief Affirm Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty
Cairo – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo on Sunday, September 20, 2026, where both leaders reaffirmed support for Somalia’s security and stability.…
The United States Extends AUSSOM Support for Somalia by One Year
US gives UN one more year to wind down Somalia support MOGADISHU — The United States has agreed to give the United Nations another 12 months to wind down its…
Op-ed: What Somalia Can Learn from Singapore
By Mohamed Hared Mohamed; This personal reflection by Mohamed Hared Mohamed, who recently joined a delegation on a benchmarking visit to Singapore, explores the lessons Somalia can draw from Singapore’s…
Egypt, CIA Chief Affirm Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty
Cairo – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo on Sunday, September 20, 2026, where both leaders reaffirmed support for Somalia’s security and stability.…
Man sneezes his intestines out of his body at a public restaurant
A 63-year-old man from Florida sneezed so hard that a part of his intestines came out through his surgical wound while he was dining with his wife at a local…
Aldi Invites Children Nationwide to Design Recycle Week Poster for a Chance to Win £250 Voucher
To mark Recycle Week (14th-20th October), Aldi is calling on children across the country to design a poster to encourage people to recycle. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket is inviting children to…
Met Office launches new Local Authority Climate Service
The Met Office has today launched the Local Authority Climate Service, a tool that provides local authorities with easy access to tailored information on climate change, to support local climate…
Italy Expands Police Training Support for Somalia
Italy expands police training and security support for Somalia Italian Ambassador Pier Mario Daccò Coppi…
Türkiye pledges continued security and economic support for Somalia
Turkish Ambassador Alper Aktaş says Ankara will maintain its support for Somali security forces while…
Somalia Sets September 30 for Galmudug, Hirshabelle Elections
Electoral commission announces fresh polls for two federal member states following court ruling that annulled…
SNA brobes video of soldiers suffocating bound Al-Shabaab suspect
Somalia’s military opened a preliminary investigation on Tuesday after a video circulated online appeared to…
Somalia and Turkey Celebrate Victory Day in Mogadishu
Somalia and Türkiye Mark 104th Anniversary of Victory Day in Mogadishu MOGADISHU, Somalia Somalia’s Minister of…
Egypt, CIA Chief Affirm Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty
Cairo – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo…
The United States Extends AUSSOM Support for Somalia by One Year
US gives UN one more year to wind down Somalia support MOGADISHU — The United…
Op-ed: What Somalia Can Learn from Singapore
By Mohamed Hared Mohamed; This personal reflection by Mohamed Hared Mohamed, who recently joined a…
Longest Criminal Trial in UK History Exposes £7 Billion Drug Smuggling Network
The UK’s largest-ever drugs smuggling operation, orchestrated by an international organised crime group (OCG), has been exposed following a groundbreaking National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation. […]
Turkish trained Somali elite commandos graduate in Ankara
Hundreds of Somali Gorgor unit commandos graduated on Friday from an advanced training program in Türkiye, marking a significant step in bolstering Somalia’s fight against […]
WFP halts aid in SSC-Khaatumo amid looting, insecurity
The World Food Program (WFP) has suspended all humanitarian operations in Somalia’s SSC-Khaatumo region, citing escalating insecurity and repeated looting of critical food aid. The […]
PM Hamza’s advisor resigns, citing alleged mismanagement and bias against Jubaland.
Mogadishu, Somalia — The resignation of Shamsa Abdulkadir Dahir, a senior advisor on women’s affairs and human rights in Somalia’s Prime Minister’s Office, has exposed […]
Five men arrested after Lozells death as sixth suspect wanted
Five Arrested Over Lozells Fatal Stabbing as Police Seek Sixth Suspec Body: Five men have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of 39-year-old […]
Pensioners to receive Winter Fuel Payments from today
1.3 million pensioner households will start to receive up to £300 in Winter Fuel Payments across England and Wales from Monday 25 November. The vast […]
Leaders honor former Somaliland president Silanyo
Mogadishu, Somalia – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and prominent political figures gathered in Mogadishu on Friday for a remembrance and prayer ceremony honoring the […]
Warnings in force as cold weather continues
A northerly airflow is continuing to subdue temperatures for the UK, with sub-zero figures likely for many over the next few nights and low single […]
A fifth of drivers admit to skipping the MOT and not replacing worn-out tyres to cut costs
One-in-five drivers (20%) under the age of 44 have driven illegally by not putting their car through the MOT or replacing tyres when needed to […]