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 […]
UN Security Council extends ATMIS Mission in Somalia yet again
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 […]
President Deni’s Ambitious Goal Faces Roadblocks and Controversy.
When President Said Abdullahi Deni was elected almost five years ago, he was expected to accomplish all the tasks he pledged to achieve during his campaign and also to hold an election […]
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 […]
