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Somalia: Two Egyptian warships carrying weapons dock at Mogadishu port

Two Egyptian warships laden with weaponry arrived at Mogadishu port on Sunday, following a recent delivery of arms from Cairo that was also destined for the Somali army, Caasimada Online news website reported.

Somalia to relocate Ethiopian embassy from presidential palace

Somalia's Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi has announced that the Ethiopian embassy, currently situated within the presidential palace, will be relocated to its previous site, which is now vacant. This decision comes in response to significant public outcry over the embassy's presence in such…

CIA director arrives in Somalia's capital on secret trip

CIA Director William J. Burns made a secret visit to Mogadishu, Somalia, on Thursday, where he held high-level discussions with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and his intelligence chief Abdullahi Sanbalolshe, Caasimada Online news website reported.

Somalia, UAE to Collaborate in Developing Fisheries and Port Infrastructure

The Federal government of Somalia has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) withAbu Dhabi Ports Group that will see the two sides jointly invest in developing the country's fishing industry and port infrastructure.

Somalia's regional presidents awarded controversial one-year term extensions

Somalia's National Consultative Council on Wednesday ignited controversy by granting one-year term extension to the presidents of Hirshabelle, Galmudug, and Southwest states, provoking vehement backlash from opposition leaders.

Sweden journalist killed by gunmen in Somalia

Amun Abdullahi, a former Radio Sweden journalist known for her fearless investigative reporting on al-Shabaab recruitment, was shot and killed by masked gunmen on Saturday in the town of Afgooye, northwest of Somalia's capital, Mogadishu. Abdullahi, 49, was ambushed by her attackers, who fled the…

Somali President Envy of Ethiopia poses a danger to Somalia and the Horn of Africa

The historical, political, and economic complexities of the Horn of Africa have always shaped the region's power dynamics. Today, one of the most significant threats to this fragile stability comes from Somalia's President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud, whose policies endanger both the lives of 120…

Turkey's research vessel to begin exploration in Somalia

According to information published by Wan Haber on September 11, 2024, Turkey's seismic research vessel, Oruç Reis, is set to depart for Somalia at the end of this month. The Turkish seismic research vessel Oruç Reis has been at the center of significant tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean due…

Somalia urged to take 'concrete action' against officials who violate citizens' right

The UN independent human rights expert on Somalia on Thursday called on authorities to step up efforts to address the country's complex and serious security challenges.

President Mahad Salaad: the Only Guarantor for Galmudug's Security and Prosperity

Galmudug State is not just the geographic heart of Somalia but the quintessential soul of the Somali nation. Within Galmudug, all the major Somali clan lineages- the Hawiye, Dir, Darood and Madhibaan are represented. No other Somali region or state is home to such diverse and influential clans with…

Ethiopia rejects al-Shabab claims it killed 167 soldiers

Mogadishu (Waagacusub media ) - The Ethiopian government has rejected claims made by the al-Shabab group, stating that it killed 167 Ethiopian troops in an ambush attack in Somalia's southwestern Bakool region early on Sunday. Ethiopia's ambassador to Somalia, Mukhtar Mohamed Waare, who spoke…

Two al Shabaab terrorists killed in Lamu Operation

Two militants of the al Shabaab terror group were Saturday killed in a shooting by military troops in Bodhei area, Lamu County.

Somalia's tactical twist: Communities confronting militants

Mogadishu (waagacusub media ) – Amid a backdrop of escalating resistance from the militant group al-Shabab, the Somali government has announced its intention to alter military strategies.

Somali President and Hawadle community leaders agree to re-start anti-al-Shabab operations

Mahas (waagacusub ) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud convened a meeting on Wednesday with politicians, traditional elders, and lawmakers from the Hawadle community in Mahas district. The meeting was attended by Hirshabelle Vice President Yusuf Ahmed Hagar (Dabageed), former Hiiraan region governor…

Kenya agreed with Somalia to reopen Bula Hawa, Liboi and Ras Kamboni

Waagacusub.com - Kenya agreed with Somalia to reopen Bula Hawa, Liboi and Ras Kamboni border points in phases to allow free movement of people and goods The three border points located in Mandera, Garissa and Lamu counties respectively, were closed in 2011 when Kenya launched Operation Linda Nchi Although…

ATMIS briefs United Nations (UN) Security Council on the African Union (AU) mission's support to Somalia

Waagacusub.com - The Head of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), Ambassador Mohamed El-Amine Souef on Thursday briefed the UN Security Council and laid out the mission's security plans to support Somalia during the transition period ahead of ATMIS exit in December 2024. The…

Somalia:Coping with climate shocks

This week on #TubtaNabadda: Join Nasra Mohamud of @UNDPSomalia and Minister @NasirArush of #SouthWestState as they discuss disaster preparedness and climate adaptation in #Somalia ahead of #WorldEnvironmentDay

Corruption caused UPDF Somalia attack–Museveni

Waagacusub.com - The President says the corruption started during the recruitment of soldiers at home. President Museveni has told ruling party MPs that last Friday's deadly attack on an African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) forward operating base manned by Ugandan troops was the result…

Government forces and local fighters seized Masagaway from Al-Shabaab

Waagacusub.com - #Somali government media reporting that national forces confronted and repelled an attempted al-Shabaab attack on Masagaway town in the central Galmudug State, on Tuesday. According to the report Govt forces reported received a tip about an imminent al-Shabaab attack and were prepared…

Baldwin Charged With 'Recklessness' In Deadly Capturing Of 'Rust'

{Waxagacusub Media} Actor Alec Baldwin was charged with manslaughter Tuesday for displaying a "reckless" disregard for security that led to the dying of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the 2021 New Mexico western "Rust," in line with court docket paperwork.