Africa
Israel–Somaliland ties deepen as diplomatic mission launched in Jerusalem
Netanyahu also praised Somaliland’s decision to place its diplomatic mission in Jerusalem rather than Tel Aviv, where most foreign embassies are located.
Somalia
World-Cup-2026
Somali referee denied entry to US for World Cup - Officials
It was not immediately clear why Artan was barred from entering the US at Miami International Airport, but Somalia is one of several countries on a travel ban list introduced by President Donald Trump's adminis...
East African Bloc
Somalia's intelligence says 26 militants killed in coordinated strikes across Hiiraan
In a statement issued on Wednesday, NISA noted that the first operation took place near Maxaas district, where fighters were targeted at a location described as an assembly point used for mobilisation activitie...
East African Bloc
Drought, displacement push millions to brink in Somalia and Ethiopia
According to humanitarian medical organization Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), nearly one in four people in Somalia are now experiencing acute food insecurity following four consecutive failed rainy seasons tha...
East African Bloc
Somalia human rights Commission, EU hold talks on rights and institutional support
The discussions centered on shared priorities in advancing human rights protections, strengthening the rule of law, promoting inclusion, and supporting the Commission as it continues its establishment phase.
Global Affairs
Five million Somalis face worsening humanitarian crisis - UN report
The crisis, driven by prolonged drought, destructive floods and rising global fuel prices, has left millions vulnerable to hunger, displacement and disease across the Horn of Africa nation.
East African Bloc
Ex-Somali President Sheikh Sharif accuses Gov't of blocking opposition protests
In statements released on X, Sheikh Sharif, who leads the opposition Somali Future Council, said security forces had sealed roads leading to his home in northern Mogadishu and prevented lawmakers and political...
Global Affairs
President Hassan Sheikh says Somalia entering new democratic era
Speaking in a televised address on Sunday, the Somali president described the ongoing local elections in South West State as a “historic moment” and a major step towards strengthening democracy and public parti...
Global Affairs
Israel Cabinet endorses Michael Lotem as ambassador to Somaliland
Israel’s Cabinet unanimously endorsed the appointment on Sunday, following Lotem’s nomination by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar on 15 April. The posting marks a significant diplomatic step, with Israel having re...
Global Affairs
African Union warns Israel envoy to Somaliland could undermine Somalia’s sovereignty
The AU reaffirmed that it does not recognize Somaliland as an independent state and stressed that any unilateral recognition is “null and void.” It cautioned that such actions risk destabilizing the region, whi...
Global Affairs
Somalia assumes seat on African Union Peace and Security Council
The Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation expressed gratitude to all nations that supported Mogadishu’s candidacy.
Global Affairs
Mogadishu launches AI lab to tackle fake news in Somali language
The project, unveiled at a ceremony in Mogadishu, will use advanced technologies including Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Deep Learning to detect and analyse misinformation circulating on social media pl...