-The Federal Government of Somalia has today provided a new update on the country’s situation, particularly the challenges arising from the floods. The Somali Disaster Management Authority (SoDMA), presented a report to […]
SSC-Khatumo and Somaliland forces clash in Yeyle, Sool
YEYLE (SD) -Intense fighting has erupted between the Somaliland forces and SSC Khaatumo in the Bisiqa region, particularly in the Yeyle district of Sool. The conflict is reported to be escalating, with […]
President Hassan talks about Security at RUSI Centre
LONDON (SD) -President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who spoke at the RUSI Security Research Center in London, spoke about the Somali Government’s offensive against terrorism and his vision for the future of Somalia. […]
President Madobe visits flood victims in Lower Jubba
-The President of the Jubaland Regional State, Mr. Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Madobe), today visited the areas affected by the floods of the Juba River in the Lower Jubba region. During the visit, […]
Minister Bihi to UK Investors: Somalia is ready for Business
LONDON (SD) -Minister of Finance of the Federal Government of Somalia, Bihi Egeh, currently in London, United Kingdom, has chaired the International Somali Investment Conference hosted by the UK Government. Minister of […]
Somalia’s International Partners concerned about the tensions in Garowe
GAROWE (SD) – A press release from the international community’s representatives in Somalia has expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions in the city of Garowe, which involves opposition forces and the […]
Somaliland National Intelligence Agency intercepts a military cache
BURAO (SD) -The Somaliland National Intelligence Agency (NIA) has disclosed the seizure of weapons, medicines, and military equipment that it confiscated in the city of Burao. In a statement and images shared […]
Puntland spy agency foils planned attacks in Bossaso
GAROWE (SD) -The Puntland Intelligence and Security Agency (PISA) has reportedly foiled planned attacks that aimed to cause harm to the civilian population in the city of Bossaso and their property. According […]
Somalia: PM assess the humanitarian situation in Gedo
DOOLOW (SD) -Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hamza Abdi Barre, arrived today in the district of Doolow in the Gedo region. The Prime Minister and his delegation were welcomed […]
United Nations Security Council extends arms embargo on Somalia
NY (SD) -The United Nations Security Council has extended the arms embargo on Somalia until the end of the year. The Security Council extended the arms embargo on Somalia, approving Resolution 9477 […]
Somalia: Security agency foils planned attacks in Bossaso
BOSSASO (SD) – The Puntland Intelligence and Security Agency (PISA) has reportedly foiled planned attacks aimed to cause harm to the civilian population in the city of Bossaso and their property. According […]
Puntland political tensions rise
GAROWE (SD) -The city of Garowe, the capital of Puntland, is reportedly experiencing rising tensions involving armed forces loyal to President Deni and other security forces associated with opposition politicians. Community leaders […]
Somalia: al Shabab attacks ATMIS in Buulo Mareer
BUULO MAREER (SD) -A clash occurred yesterday between troops from the African Union Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), and Al-Shabaab militants in Buulo-mareer in the Lower Shabelle region. Reports indicate that the conflict […]
Somalia: Feds hold consultations on two-party system
MOGADISHO (SD) -Today, the Federal Government of Somalia has taken a significant step in implementing an agreement by the National Consultative Forum back in May, on the country’s political system. The government […]
President Deni open for a dialogue on elections with the opposition
GAROWE (SD) -The President of Puntland, Said Abdullahi Deni, has stated that he is ready to engage in political dialogue with opposition politicians who are critical of the regional electoral process. President […]
Fire destroys sections of a major Mogadishu market
MOGADISHU (SD)-A fire broke out last night in the Hamarweyne market, especially in the Marwas mosque section, which later spread to other parts of the market, reportedly causing huge damage. The fire, […]
Somalia: Residents in Baledweyne trapped in flooded neighborhoods
BELEDWEYNE (SD) -Reports from the Hiran region indicate that there is a critical humanitarian situation in the City of Beledweyne following the flooding of the city by the Shabelle River. The flooding […]
Somalia: President Hassan briefed on Security
MOGADISHU (SD) -The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a meeting today with military commanders and police chiefs to discuss the country’s security situation. The President, after […]
UN implements Humanitarian Pause in Gaza
NY (SD)-The United Nations Security Council has, for the first time, approved a resolution calling for a Humanitarian Pause in the Gaza conflict. The resolution was the fifth time the Security Council […]
Somalia: Floods submerge neighborhoods in Jana ‘ale
JANA ‘ALE (SD) -Neighborhoods in the Janaale district of the Lower Shabelle region have been significantly affected by the devastating floods caused by heavy rainfall and the overflow of the Shabelle River. […]