Mogadishu October 19,2022 (SD) – The Somali Journalists Syndicate confirmed that their general secretary, Abdalle Ahmed Mumin, was arrested again by the Somali government forces. In a statement posted on Twitter, SJS […]
Somalia: Abdalle Muumin re-arrested few days after his release
Explosions rock Hiiraan, destroys Buulo-Burde bridge
Beledweyne October 19, 2022 (SD) – Buulo-Burde District of Hiran Region has recently been hit by a large explosion that has caused a number of deaths and injuries. An explosion heard in […]
Prof. Samatar criticizes Somaliland’s relationship with Taiwan
Hargeisa October 18,2022 (SD) – Chairman of the Hilaac political organization, Prof. Ahmed Ismail Samatar criticized the relationship between Somaliland and the unrecognized Island of Taiwan. Prof. Samatar argued instead of establishing […]
U.S. adds Al Shabaab Leaders to the list of international terrorists
Washington October 18, 2022 (SD) – The United States today announced financial sanctions imposed on a network that allegedly facilitates the finances of Al-Shabaab. A statement issued by the US State and […]
Somaliland opposition: Dengue fever overwhelms hospitals
Hargeisa October 17,2022 (SD) – Somaliland’s main opposition party, Waddani, said Dengue fever hit the people of Somaliland hard, and the government failed to address the outbreak. Waddani Party spokesperson Barkhad Jama […]
Somali government forces expel Al-Shabaab from areas in the Middle Shabelle
Mogadishu October 17,2022 (SD) – Somali federal military forces have taken over several areas under Balad district, in the Middle Shabelle region, according to reports. The government forces pushed Al-Shabaab out in […]
The head of Somali Journalist Syndicate released on bail
Mogadishu (SD) – Abdalla Muumin, arrested a few days ago at Aden Adde Airport as he was about to travel, was brought before the Benadir regional court in Mogadishu today. Prosecutors were […]
Somaliland: the opposition urge Military to oppose illegal extension
Hargeisa October 15,2022 (SD) – The chairman of the UCID opposition party, Faysal Ali Warabe, called on the Somaliland military to oppose what he called the illegal Presidential term extension. In a […]
Somalia wins the East and Central Africa under-17 Cup
October 15, 2022 (SD) – The Somali national under17 Football team today won the East and Central Africa CEFA Cup. Somalia defeated South Sudan 3-1 in the final match in Addis Ababa, […]
Al-Shabaab executed six people accused of being spies
Kismayo October 13,2022 (SD) – Al-Shabaab executed six people they accused of working with US intelligence in a square in Sakow district of Middle Jubba region. The militants forced hundreds of people […]
Puntland to expedite local elections
Garoowe October 13,2022 (SD) -The President of Puntland, Said Abdullahi Deni, held a meeting with Puntland Political Organizations and the Transitional Committee for Puntland Elections and discussed ways to speed up the […]
PRT TWO: Evaluating the Somalia Government’s use of the Ma’awisley Militias to fighting Al Shabaab
London October 13, 2022 (SD) – he Somali Federal Government’s use of Ma’awisley militias against Al Shabaab is been hailed as a success, in some circles, however, the use of these militias […]
Al Shabaab spokesman releases Audio days after his reported death
Mogadishu October 13,2022 (SD) – Al Shabaab spokesman Ali Dheere, issued an audio statement a few days after it was reported that he died in a fighting that took place in El […]
Evaluating the Somalia Government’s use of the Ma’awisley Militias to fighting Al Shabaab
London October 12,2022 (SD) – The Somali Federal Government’s use of Ma’awisley militias against Al Shabaab is been hailed as a success, in some circles, however, the use of these militias is […]
Qoryooley Governor killed in a landmine explosion
Qoryooley October 11,2022 (SD) – The governor of Qoryooley district in Lower Shabelle region, Sayed Ali Ibrahim was today killed in an explosion in that district. Reports indicate that the landmine explosion, […]
U.S. addresses Somalia’s ban on Al Shabaab coverage
Mogadishu October 11,2022 (SD) – The United States government has reacted to Somali federal government’s decision to ban broadcasting Al-Shabaab related news and statements. The US embassy in Mogadishu called on the […]
200 Al-Shabaab fighters killed in Hiraan
Beledweyne October 10, 2022 (SD) – More than 200 Al-Shabaab militants were reportedly killed in a heavy battle yesterday in Jicibow area of Hiran region. The battle which lasted for more than […]
Somali Press organizations concerned over government’s ban on Al Shabab news
Mogadishu October 10,2022 (SD) – Somali media organizations have expressed concern over the Somali government’s decision to ban media from reporting or disseminating information it calls Al-Shabaab propaganda. Abdalle Ahmed Muumin, the […]
Somaliland: 31 Years Later, Students take exams on the streets
Hargeisa October 10,2022 (SD) – About 400 students in Oog district of Saraar region of Somaliland, are currently studying in the city’s main market, due to lack of schools in the district. […]
Al-Shabaab demands neutrality from the Somali media
Mogadishu October 09,2022 (SD) – The Al-Shabaab group warned Somali media in siding with the government, calling on them to do their work with integrity and honesty. “The media that abandons neutrality […]
