London (SD) – Somali independence week has long been a wedge issue among Somalis in both Somaliland and Somalia, the week should have been celebrated for the great achievement that it is, […]
Somali Independence week: A source for division, Millennials discuss possible way forward
Somaliland lifts the FLY DUBIA ban
Hargeisa (SD) – The government of Somaliland has today announced that it has lifted its ban on Fly Dubai airliner. The company, which is owned by the Emirate but is represented by […]
US congratulates Somalia on its 61 anniversary of Independence
Washington (SD) – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called on the leaders of the federal government and federal member states to complete the country’s electoral process as soon as possible. […]
The chairman of the Guurti submitted his resignation letter to President Bihi
Hargeisa (SD) – Suleiman Mohamud Adan (Saleban Nur), according to several sources with direct knowledge, submitted a resignation letter to President Muse Bihi and the House of Elders this week. The Speaker […]
President Farmajo attends the 1st of July commemoration
Mogadishu (SD) – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo, in a speech to the people of Somalia on 1 July, commended them for celebrating the 61st anniversary […]
AU congratulates Somalia and Burundi on their Independence Day
MOGADISHU (SD) – African Union (AU) has congratulated Somalia on the occasion of the country’s 61st Independence Anniversary, urging Somalis to work closely together in rebuilding a great and prosperous Somalia. In […]
Somali police arrest suspected robbers in Mogadishu
MOGADISHU (SD) – Somali police officers in Mogadishu have arrested six people who allegedly robbed business centres and the public. Among those arrested is one of two suspects who were captured by […]
President Farmajo hosts July 1st Commemorations at Villa Somalia
Mogadishu (SD) – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo, last night held a ceremony at the Presidential Palace marking the 61st anniversary of the independence and Unity […]
1 July 1960, the Independence Day
In 1941, during the Second World War, the Allied occupies the whole Italian Empire, and Somalia was placed under British Military occupation. In the Peace Treaty of February 10, 1947, Italy renounced […]
Somalia to spend $40m in improving girls’ education
MOGADISHU (SD) – Somali government will invest $40 million in education to to provide top-tier education to at least 100,000 students – specifically girls – from the most vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. […]
Somali government, World Bank sign $ 445 million projects
Mogadishu (SD) – Minister of Finance of the Federal Government of Somalia Dr Abdirahman Duale Beyle and World Bank Representative to Somalia Kristina Svensson signs $ 445 million World Bank grant in […]
Mayor Mooge takes office and calls for Somalis to invest in Hargeisa
Hargeisa (SD) – The new mayor of Hargeisa, Abdikarin Ahmed Mooge, has taken over from former mayor Abdirahman Mohamud Aided (Soltelco). The handover ceremony took place at a tent built on the […]
UK and US embassies in Mogadishu welcome new election timetable
Mogadishu (SD) – The embassies of the United States and the United Kingdom in Somalia issued a statements on yesterday meeting in Mogadishu between the heads of regional administrations, Benadir region and […]
SNA-AU operations degraded al-Shabaab – Amisom
MOGADISHU (SD) – Joint operations by Somali military and Amisom had resulted in the militants losing ground in central and southern Somalia, African Union mission in Somalia said Tuesday. In a statement, […]
Puntland forces kill ISIS members in Bari region
Bossaso (SD) – The Puntland Security Forces (PSF) say they have killed ISIS members who were setting off roadside bombs on the road between Hamure village and Balidhidin district in Bari region. […]
President Bihi Welcomes American Health Professionals To Somaliland
Hargeisa (SD) – The President of Somaliland, Muse Bihi Abdi, attended a large-scale event hosted by the Somalilander American Health Association (SAHA), a non-profit organization of Somaliland health professionals based in the […]
Somalia to elect its president Oct. 10
MOGADISHU (SD) – Somalia will hold its presidential election on 10th of October this year, the country’s national Consultative Council (NCC) announced Tuesday following two days of talks between Somali prime minister, […]
Somali regional states demand change polling stations
MOGADISHU (SD) – Some of Somalia’s regional state leaders have reportedly demanded the review of the 27th May poll agreement, citing security issues in some of the towns intended to host the […]
UN and Sweden to work on enhancing Somalia’s health sector
MOGADISHU (SD) – United Nations (UN) health agency and Sweden will cooperate on strengthening the National Institute of Health and health information systems in Somalia after signing $ 517 868 worth agreement. […]
Somaliland: Newly Elected MPs Receive Training On Their Roles and Responsibilities
Hargeisa (SD) – The newly elected members of the Somaliland House of Representatives Participates in a Training on Responsibility, duties ahead of them and understand what representation is. The training was jointly […]
