NY June 28, 2023 (SD) – The UN Security Council extended the mandate of the African Union Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) on Wednesday, unanimously adopting a resolution to maintain the country’s peacekeeping […]
Millions of Muslims at the holy Mount of Arafa, while others prepare for Eid al-Adha
Jedda June 27, 2023 (SD) – Estimated two million Muslims have gathered today in the area known as Carafa, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which is home to the Islamic world’s […]
Somali President Celebrates Northern Independence but Fails to address Las Anod Shelling
Mogadishu June 26, 2023 (SD) – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, delivered a speech on the occasion of the 63rd anniversary of the Somali National […]
Somaliland celebrates hoisting the Somalia flag 63 years ago
Hargeisa June 26, 2023 (SD) – An elaborate celebration commemorating the 63rd anniversary of the independence of Somaliland, which was proclaimed when the northern regions of Somaliland obtained their freedom from the […]
Heavy Shelling continues for the second day in the city of Las Anod
Las Anod June 25, 2023 (SD) – News coming from the Sool region indicates that today another intense conflict erupted within the outskirts of Las Anod town, the regional capital, involving Somaliland […]
Ruto defends reopening border with Somalia
Nairobi June 25, 2023 (SD) – President William Ruto has expressed concern over the increasing attacks by Al-Shabaab, following the reopening of the border, which is causing instability along the border they […]
Puntland Government doubles down on election reform
Garoowe June 24, 2023 (SD) – Puntland’s Minister of Information, Mahamoud Aideed Dirir discussed the upcoming presidential elections, which are still a subject of contention between the government and opposition members. The […]
Somaliland troops resumes shelling Las Anod, following a calm period
Las Anod June 24, 2023 (SD) – Six people were reported to have been killed, while several others were injured in a fierce battle and intense fighting that took place today in […]
Garoowe calm today following days of clashes
Garoowe June 21, 2023 (SD) -A ceasefire was successfully brokered on Wednesday to end the clashes in the city of Garowe, aimed at restoring peace and stability to the capital of Nugal […]
ATMIS Hands over first base to SNA
Mogadishu June 21, 2023 (SD) -The African Union Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) announced today, that it has launched an operation to reduce the number of troops by the security transition plan for […]
Al Shabaab claims explosions that targeted Ethiopian troops in Gedo
Bardhere June 21, 2023 (SD) -An intense explosion occurred today in the heart of Bardhere district in Gedo region, targeting a military base housing Somali and AMISOM forces. Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for […]
Clashes reignite overnight in Garoowe
Garoowe June 21, 2023 (SD) -News has recently emerged about an intense conflict that erupted once again last night in the heart of the capital city of Puntland, Garowe. Heavy gunfire and […]
Somalia: President Deni calls for an unconditional ceasefire in Garowe
Garoowe June 20, 2023 (SD) – Today, a fierce battle erupted in the city of Garowe, the capital of Puntland. The conflict started in the early morning hours when 34 parliament members […]
Constitutional Crisis disrupts life in Garowe City
Garoowe June 19, 2023 (SD) – The news coming from the city of Garowe, the capital of Puntland, indicates that tensions have arisen following political disagreements on a proposed constitutional amendment in […]
President Hassan Sheikh signed the decree appointing the Commander of the Army & Land Forces
Mogadishu June 19, 2023 (SD) – President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has today appointed the new Commander of the National Army, General Guled Ibrahim Sheikh Muxiyadiin, and […]
Speaker Madoobe appoints a committee to investigate the war in Barawe
Mogadishu June 18, 2023 (SD) -The Speaker of the Somali Parliament, Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur (Madoobe), has formed a committee to investigate the recent clashes that took place in the city of […]
Governor Ali Jeyte: Hiiraan region no longer part of Hirshabelle administration
Beledweyne June 18, 2023 (SD) – Troops loyal to the Governor of Hiiraan, Ali Jeyte Osman, have taken control of certain areas in the city of Beledweyne, the capital of Hiiraan region. […]
Al Shabaab abducts civilians in Middle Shabelle
Jowhar June 17, 2023 (SD) -Reports from the Middle Shabelle region say that the Al-Shabaab group kidnapped a number of civilians in the Ruun-nirgood district last night. The local population in Ceelbacad […]
PM Hamse says his government created employment for 23 thousand youths
Mogadishu June 17, 2023 (SD) -The Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Hamsa Abdi Barre, today opened the training for the 3,000 new teachers that the government of Somalia […]
US Drones target Al Shabaab Meeting
Jamame June 16, 2023 (SD) – Earlier today, US military aircraft conducted airstrikes targeting a militant stronghold in the Jamame district of Lower Jubba region, Somalia, where alleged Al-Shabaab members were reportedly […]