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Hundreds nabbed in security operation in Mogadishu

Waagacusub.com- Security forces in Mogadishu arrested hundreds of people in an operation Monday night o aimed at nabbing individuals suspected to be linked with the militant group Al-Shabaab.

Bomb in Somalia's capital kills 1, injures another

Waagacusub.com- A bomb exploded in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, on Tuesday killing one person and wounding another. The blast from a bomb planted in a private luxury car exploded in Mogadishu's Hodan district, killing the driver and injuring a nearby pedestrian, said police Col. Ahmed Abdi.

Newly signed Adan is Equity game changer

Waagacusub.com- Faisal Adan, the Equity Bank new signing has brought the much needed team spirit and composure to the Premier League side ahead of this year's title hunt. After only one game to his names, coach Carey "T9" Oketch said with the much sought Somali national now in his stable,…

Troop drawdown risks reversal of AMISOM gains in Somalia

Waagacusub.com- Security and the planned elections in Somalia in 2020 could be in jeopardy as the country continues to face increased terror attacks blamed on poor facilitation and funding of the national army and African peacekeepers. The Somali National Army (SNA) this week vacated at least three…

UN: More than 130 killed in Mali ethnic attack on Fulani village

Waagacusub.com- More than 130 people were killed in an attack on a Fulani village in central Mali on Saturday, the United Nations has said, as a delegation visited the country. Survivors accused traditional Donzo hunters of carrying out the deadly raid in Ogossagou, according to Boubacar Kane, the governor…

At least 20 killed in separate bombings in Mogadishu

Waagacusub.com- Four bombings hit Mogadishu killing 23 people Ministry of Labour attack killed at least 10 people and wounded 10 others Ex-Control Afgooye attack claimed 7 lives The fourth blast hit Hawlwadaq district -no casualties reported. Warshadaha street in Daynile district blast – 2 killed

Car bomb attack near intelligence HQs

Waagacusub.com- A car bomb attack has hit an area near the intelligence headquarters located at KM Zero.

Engineer killed after IED explosion at KM4

Waagacusub.com-An IED explosion on Thursday claimed the life of an engineer, according to witnesses. Eng. Mohamed Abdi Karie was killed when he was driving his vehicle near the KM4 roundabout when his car hit an IED.

SNA repels Al-Shabaab attack on Bulo Marer town

Waagacusub.com- The Somali military has repulsed an Al-Shabaab attack on SNA bases in the Lower Shabelle region. Military officials told Hiiraan Online that the militants raided SNA bases in Bulo Marer town on Wednesday night, leading to a fierce gun battle that lasted for hours.

Italy to invests €1 million in Somalia infra fund

Waagacusub.com- The Italian Government has signed an agreement for an additional €1 million contribution to the Multi-Partner Somalia Infrastructure Fund.

Security forces arrest Al-Shabaab member in Mogadishu

Waagacusub.com- Somali security forces have yesterday arrested Al-Shabaab member in a planned operation in the capital Mogadishu.

SNA now vacate 3 bases as salary row bites

Waagacusub.com- Somali National Army troops have for the third day today vacated their bases in Middle Shabelle region over salary disputes with the government amid imminent take-over by the militant group Al-Shabaab of abandoned areas.

36 killed, 26 injured in clan clashes in Adale, M. Shabelle

Waagacusub.com- At least 36 people have been killed and 26 others injured in clan clashes that erupted Sunday in Adale, in Middle Shabelle region.

3-year-old victim of mosque attack mourned

Waagacusub.com- CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand (AP) — He spent just three years on this earth, but in some ways, a friend said, he seemed like an old soul. Before he became the youngest known victim of Christchurch's mass shooting, 3-year-old Mucaad Ibrahim had possessed an intelligence beyond his…

THE INTERVIEW: UK ambassador to Somalia on new role and state building

Waagacusub.com- You recently presented your credentials to President Mohamed Farmaajo. What was the focus of your discussions with him and what are some of your priority areas as you take up the new role?

Christchurch Attack suspect Brenton Tarrant appears in court

Waagacusub.com- The main suspect of killing 49 people in shootings at two mosques in New Zealand on Friday has appeared in court on a single murder charge.

Sh3.3 billion for 10km barbed wire fence on Kenya-Somalia border

Waagacusub.com- A security fence project along the Kenya-Somali border conceived to keep out al-shaabab militants turned into a cash cow, gobbling over Sh3.3 billion for a 10 kilometre stretch, according to a report tabled in the National Assembly. The revelations, which have outraged lawmakers, tells…

Pakistan Opens Up Visa On Arrival; But Keeps India, Somalia in Negative List

Waagacusub.com- During his address, the prime minister said Pakistan does not face security issues now and now the country has to provide better conditions for investment. "Next year Pakistan Premier League matches will be held in Pakistan," he said. The PM said that the new visa policies depict…

France promise "respectful partnership" with East African states

Waagacusub.com- French president Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday promised "respectful partnership" with regional states when he held talks with his Kenyan counterpart Uhuru Kenyatta in Nairobi. Mr Macron's visit was the first ever by a French leader to the East African nation and came after…

EU, UK and Germany resume support for S. West police

Waagacusub.com- The UK, Germany and EU have resumed support to the South West state police following a suspension late December amid deadly clashes which killed about ten civilians, the new UK ambassador to Somalia Ben Fender has said.