Somalia

NCA Somalia and Somali Bureau of Standards Warn Against Importing Unauthorized Telecom Equipment

July 22, 2023 Mogadishu, Somalia – The National Communications Authority (NCA) Somalia notified all communications and technology stakeholders of the regulatory provisions prohibiting importing and investing in telecom equipment without obtaining prior approval from the NCA and Somalia Bureau of Standards…

U.S. Forces provide assistance to Somalia National Army

At the request of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted a collective self-defense airstrike in a remote area near Hareeri Kalle, approximately 15 kilometers south of Galcad, Somalia against al-Shabaab terrorists.

Somaliland: Dialogue and development among topics discussed on UN Special Representative's visit to Hargeisa

Hargeisa – Somalia-Somaliland dialogue, the conflict in Laascaanood, economic development and human rights were among the topics covered in a top United Nations official's recent visit to Hargeisa – in addition to local progress and development.

Somalia president to attend Russia-Africa Summit amidst rising challenges and uncertainty

BY: Mohamed Ibrahim Bulbul MOGADISHU (Horn Observer) Somalia's President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is gearing up to travel to St. Petersburg, Russia, to attend the forthcoming Russia-Africa Summit later this month.

Fragile Alliances and Fierce Loyalties: The deepening quagmire of the Laascaanood conflict

LAASCAANOOD (HORN OBSERVER/KAAB TV) – On July 18, Somali Federal Darwish police Colonel Cadaawe Sheikh Idiris, a brave officer trained by the Italian Carabinieri with the support of multiple international organizations, lost his life in the Laascaanood fight.

Al-Shabaab attacks military base outside Mogadishu

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The city of Mogadishu is grappling with an alarming surge in Al-Shabaab attacks, leaving local residents and security officials deeply concerned about the deteriorating security situation.

Scores dead as fierce clan-based fighting in Somalia's Middle Shabelle takes on fourth day

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The Middle Shabelle region of Somalia witnessed a tragic resurgence of interclan violence on Tuesday and Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of more than 10 people and leaving dozens injured as community members expressed their concern.

Making strides for Somalia's children: working to close the longest variant poliovirus outbreak in the Region

18 July 2023 – On a March day in the village of Burhakaba, Somalia, two-year-old Turki Abdinor Osman's family didn't find it unusual when he developed a fever and started to vomit. But soon afterwards, the toddler developed weakness in his left leg – an indicator of acute flaccid paralysis…

Local fighters and Somaliland forces declare victory after a day of intense fight and shelling in Laascaanood

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – A fierce gunfight followed by heavy artillery shelling erupted in the eastern suburbs of Laascaanood city, the capital of the Sool region on Tuesday, resulting in numerous casualties.

Passengers stranded at Mogadishu Airport as President Hassan Sheikh charters plane

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – Around 30 passengers, primarily from Jowhar, found themselves stranded at Aden Adde Airport this morning after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud chartered the plane they were scheduled to board, which was parked at the airport.

ATMIS honours Nigeria Police Officers for contributions to the peace and security process in Somalia

Mogadishu – The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has celebrated Nigerian police officers who have successfully completed their tour of duty with the Mission.

Commander shake-up in U.S-trained Somali commando raises concerns of political interference and clan rivalry

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The Danab Brigade, an elite U.S.-trained Somali commando force has been thrust into the spotlight once again, plagued by clan mistrust and political maneuvering following the removal of its commander and the installation of a new leader on Sunday.

Corruption scandal rocks Somalia's Info. Ministry as senior director flees country

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The Director of Administration and Finance at the Ministry of Information of Somalia's Federal Government, Abdinasir Hussein, has reportedly fled the country amidst an ongoing corruption investigation, while President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud announces the imminent arrest…

Somalia's SWS decries Al-Shabaab's sanctions on Baidoa, vows action

BAIDOA (HORN OBSERVER) – Somalia's Southwest State administration has taken a strong stance against the sanctions imposed by Al-Shabaab on the city of Baidoa, which serves as the temporary seat for the administration.

Somaliland expresses deep concern over WHO statement on Las'anod conflict

HARGEISA (HORN OBSERVER) – Somaliland says it is deeply disturbed by the recent statement issued by the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding the ongoing conflict in Las'anod (also known as Laascaanood).

WHO condemns attack on health care facility in Laascaanood

CAIRO/MOGADISHU – The World Health Organization (WHO) deplores and condemns the latest attack on a health facility in Las Canood, Somaliland on 11 July 2023. As a result of this attack, dozens of people were killed and injured — including health care workers and patients — and 2 ambulances were…

Al-Shabaab's coordinated attacks: Eight hit-and-run and bombing attacks across five regions

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – In a display of its potency, the notorious militant group Al-Shabaab conducted a series of eight hit-and-run and bombing attacks across five regions of Somalia in a single day.

British female journalist held in detention in Somaliland, Justice Abroad calls for an end to her persecution

LONDON (HORN OBSERVER) – In a concerning case that highlights the challenges faced by journalists in Somaliland, Justice Abroad's Director, Michael Polak, is taking action on behalf of Busharo Ali Mohamed (known as Busharo Baanday), a British journalist who was arrested, tortured, and detained…

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 decentralises Logistics Support to improve on efficiency in fuel supply

Mogadishu, Somalia – The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) is decentralising its logistics support to improve on efficiency in the supply and consumption of fuel and other critical resources in its Forward Operating Bases (FOB) across Somalia.