Bal’ad (SD) – Al-Shabaab fighters reportedly launched a major offensive in Bal ‘ad district in Middle Shabelle region, sparking heavy fighting between Al Shabaab and government forces. According to eyewitnesses, Al Shabaab […]
Commander Odowa warns Somali National Army not to get involved in politics
Mogadishu (SD) – Commander of the Somali Armed Forces Gen. Odowa Yusuf Rage, warned the armed forces against meddling in political affairs and certain political groups. Gen. Odowa Yusuf Rage made the […]
Somali Prime Minister speaks with US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs
Mogadishu (SD) – The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia Mohamed Hussein Roble, today spoke by telephone with US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee. Roble and […]
If The Damul-Jadiid in Mogadisho Was Politically Weakened, The Aaran-Jaan in Garowe Is Now Militarily Challenged And Why Not Tomorrow The Jeegaan in Hargeisa By Abiy Ahmed?
In my book, A Crying Somali Citizen: Somalia Manipulated and Vulnerable Nation that was published in 2020 in Sweden, I wrote: ‘One human being gives birth to another similar human being and […]
Jubbaland holds elections of six Lower House seats
KISMAYO (SD) – Jubbaland state of southern Somalia has today held elections of six parliamentary seats barely three days after the chairperson of Somalia’s Federal Elections Implementation Team was sacked by the […]
Somalia: An Appeal to Save the Nation
In the wake of recent developments in the political arena of Somalia between President Farmajo and Prime minister Mohamed Hussein Roble requires bold and prudent actions in saving the country’s future. Beginning […]
Ilhan Omar calls for Farmajo to step down
Washington (SD) – US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar spoke for the first time about the political rift between President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo and Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble. The US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar […]
Abdi Aynte: The irreconcilable differences between Pres. Farmajo and PM Roble could lead to Violence
Nairobi (SD) – Somalia leadership are once again embroiled in a political dispute, with President Farmajo suspending PM Roble allegedly for corruption, in response the PM declared that the country’s forces should […]
US backs PM Roble, issues serious warning
Washington (SD) – The US government for the first time said it will take firm action against anyone who obstructs the peace process and elections in Somalia. The statement from the United […]
Somalia’s International Partners issues statement on Farmajo-Roble crisis
Mogadishu (SD) – A statement from the Somalia’s International Partners called on the country’s leaders to put Somalia’s interests first, to defuse political tensions, and to refrain from intimidation or the use […]
PM Roble rejects his suspension by Farmaajo
MOGADISHU (SD) – Prime Minister, Mohamu3d Hussein Roble has rejected a suspension by president Mohamed Abdullahi Faramaajo to remove him from the office. In a statement, Roble vowed to stay in office […]
US, Britain Urge Somalia leaders to hold consultative meeting
Mogadishu (SD) – The US and British embassies in Mogadishu announced their support for the National Consultative Conference called by Somali Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble, expected to take place in Mogadishu […]
Farmaajo suspends PM Roble from work
MOGADISHU (SD) – President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has suspended Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble from work over accusations of corruption, a move that could widen the current political crisis in Somalia. In […]
Tug of war as Roble accuses Farmaajo of undermining electoral process
MOGADISHU (SD) – Prime Minister Mohamed Roble has hit back the outgoing Somali president Mohamed Abdullahi hours after the latter accused the former of failing to deliver elections mandate. In a sharp […]
UN nods directive to its airport terminal in Mogadishu
MOGADISHU (SD) – United Nations (UN) has heeded a directive by Somalia’s foreign ministry to close an airport terminal used by UN and AMISOM staff barely four days after the horn of […]
Farmajo: Roble failed to implement credible elections
Mogadishu (SD) – Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo accused Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble that he failed to fulfill his obligations of holding timely elections. The prime minister failed to fulfill his […]
Federal Electoral Commission Chairman Rejects Dismissal
Mogadishu (SD) – The chairman of the Federal Electoral Commission, Mohamed Hassan Irro, has been fired following a meeting between members of the Electoral Commission in Mogadishu today. The majority of the […]
Somali forces defuse landmines outside Mogadishu
MOGADISHU (SD) – Somali forces on Saturday defused planted landmines on key roads frequently used by SNA and AMISOM forces outside Somali capital, Mogadishu. In a statement, Somali military said the Turkish-trained forces […]
Somalia shuts down airport terminal used by UN, AU
MOGADISHU (SD) – Somali government has closed down one of Aden Adde International Airport terminals used United Nations (UN) and African Union (AU) over ‘breach of immigration protocols.’ According to a letter addressed […]
The body of missing Ohio Imam found in wooded area
Columbus (SD) – The body of Sheikh Mohamed Hassan Aden, the imam of the Abu Huraira Somali Mosque in Columbus, Ohio, has been found. According to Police, Sheikh Mohamed’s body was found […]