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Somalia bans single-use plastics amid worsening climate change

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – Somalia has officially declared a ban on single-use plastics, joining the growing global campaign against non-biodegradable packaging materials to combat the adverse impacts of climate change.

U.S. Special Envoy Hammer pushes for diplomatic pressure to deescalate tensions in Horn of Africa

NAIROBI (KAAB TV) – In a concerted effort to mediate diplomatic resolutions in the Horn of Africa, U.S. Special Envoy Mike Hammer embarks on a crucial visit to Kampala, Uganda, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from January 17 to 24.

UN: Mortar attack kills UN guard in Mogadishu's Aden Adde Airport

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The United Nations in Somalia has issued a strong condemnation following a deadly mortar attack on the Aden Adde International Airport area, where the UN Compound is situated.

Head of ATMIS joins Ugandan nationals in Somalia to mark 61st Independence Day

Mogadishu – Ugandan peacekeepers serving with the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) on Monday, joined their countrymen to celebrate their country's 61st Independence anniversary in Mogadishu.

Somali man stabs Ugandan officer to death at the entrance of Halane Camp in Mogadishu

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – Traffic grounded to a halt at Madina Gate, the entrance to the Halane camp in Mogadishu, on Sunday following a tense standoff that resulted in tragic fatalities.

Somalia: ATMIS, Frontline States agree to enhance collaboration on security

Mogadishu –The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and the Frontline States Task Force – a regional security initiative by countries bordering Somalia – have agreed to strengthen collaboration in the fight against Al-Shabaab.

Somalia: Urgent action needed to tackle cholera across Horn of Africa

Cholera outbreaks are occurring with increasing frequency, and lasting for longer, across Somalia, Kenya and Ethiopia. Tetiana Gaviuk, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) communications manager questions, why the death toll from this preventable disease is rising.

Somalia: ATMIS, UNSOS train Military and Police Personnel on Fuel Supply Chain and best Environmental practices in war and hostile locations

Mogadishu, Somalia– The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) is training 55 military and police personnel on efficient fuel supply and delivery in the best and safe environmental manner as it is a critical factor to ensuring the success of an imminent joint assault on Al-Shabaab militants.

Al-Shabaab parades new recruits and calls for those who have 'grievances' to join

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The militant group Al-Shabaab, has issued an invitation to individuals who have experienced grievances and injustices to join their ranks, as they showcased a large gathering of new fighters in an undisclosed open space, boldly defying unmanned aerial vehicle (UAVs) hovering…

Profile: General Jim'ale Jama Takar – A key figure in Puntland's political conflict

GAROWE (HORN OBSERVER – A violent clash between Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF) loyal to President Said Abdullahi Deni's and military units supporting the opposition resulted in the deaths of at least 10 individuals, with over 15 others sustaining injuries on Tuesday, according to local…