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A notorious powerful Somali judge implicated in stealing more than $52k from public accounts

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – A powerful judge Salah Ibrahim Dhiblawe, widely known as Salah Dheere, has been implicated in an alleged fraud case involving an unaccounted sum of $52,607 during his tenure as the chairman of the Banadir Appeals Court in Somalia in 2017.

On Monday 26 June 2023, Somaliland is commemorating its 63rd anniversary of independence

Five weeks ago on 18th May 2023, the nation of Somaliland happily celebrated the 32nd anniversary of re-asserting its independence which marked the end of the Greater Somalia Dream. This week on June 26, Somaliland is commemorating its 63rd anniversary of Independence which marked the end of the British…

Africa's Contradictory Peace Initiative on Russia-Ukraine Crisis, Ramaphosa Draws Media Criticism In South Africa

By Kestér Kenn Klomegâh South African President Cyril Ramaphosa may underestimate the widespread media attacks inside his domain about the last round-trip intended to broker peace between two warring former Soviet republics, Russia and Ukraine. Both shared geographical borders and down the years since…

Puntland State: Minister Juha's Remarks and the Quest for a Fair Election Process.

By: Mohamed Abdiqafar Haji Hussein. On June 25, 2023, the Minister of Interior of Puntland, Abdi Farah Said Juha, attempted to explain the issue between the government and its opposition, and identify those involved. The fighting in Garowe, he stated, was the result of the division between those who…

Somaliland president vows to defend borders, calls for negotiations in Laascaanood

HARGEISA (HORN OBSERVER) – President Muse Bihi Abdi of Somaliland reiterated his commitment to defending the borders of Somaliland, including the region of Laascaanood, while urging Dhulbahante elders to engage in negotiations.

Renewed clashes and shelling erupt in Laascaanood

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – A fresh outbreak of intense fighting occurred on Sunday on the outskirts of Laascaanood, the capital of the Sool Region, involving Somaliland forces and Dhulbahante clan fighters, according to local sources.

Revealed: Officials at Ministry of Information implicated in fraud, embezzlement of public funds

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The Office of the Attorney General of Somalia announced on 22 June that it has filed a case against two officials from the Ministry of Information and a senior military officer at the Banadir Regional Court.

Somalia: In the face of an alarming increase in conflict-related sexual violence, WHO scales up response for prevention and elimination of sexual and gender-based violence

survivors-sgbv 19 June 2023 – Since 2015, every year the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict is commemorated on 19 June. The date chosen marks the adoption of the 2008 Security Council resolution condemning sexual violence as a "tactic of war and an impediment…

Ethiopia: Healthcare crisis in Oromia exacerbated by massive displacement

Addis Ababa (ICRC) – The ongoing violence in the Oromia region of Ethiopia has taken a toll on critical infrastructure. Health facilities and water systems have been seriously affected. In Begi, a district of 100,000 inhabitants, nearly all 42 existing health posts have been looted or damaged. Patients…

Restrictions and insecurity obstruct vital medical care in Sudan

PORT SUDAN - As the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) enters its third month, rampant violence and huge health needs persist across Sudan, particularly in Khartoum and Darfur.

U.S Secretary of Defense and Somali President discuss military cooperation amid reduction of AU forces

WASHINGTON (HORN OBSERVER) – U.S Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held a meeting in Washington to discuss military cooperation aimed at countering the threat posed by al-Shabaab in Somalia, as confirmed by Pentagon Press Secretary Pat Ryder.

Somaliland AG should drop charges and unconditionally free journalist Busharo detained in Hargeisa

MOGADISHU, Somalia 21 June 2023 – The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) calls on the Somaliland Office of Attorney General to immediately drop the unfounded charges and unconditionally release female journalist Busharo Ali Mohamed detained in Hargeisa.

Lifting arms embargo on Somalia risks destabilization and arms proliferation, local think tank warns

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – A new report released by the Hiraal Institute, a non-governmental think tank based in Mogadishu, highlights the potential consequences of lifting the arms embargo on Somalia.

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…

Somalia: ATMIS begins drawdown of 2000 Troops with the handover of Xaaji Cali Forward Operating Base

Mogadishu – The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has started to drawdown in compliance with the United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) 2628(22) and 2670(22) which mandates ATMIS to drawdown 2000 soldiers by the end of June 2023.

Thousands in need of assistance in Ugandan refugee settlement - MSF

Since August 2022 and the closure of a transit camp in Kisoro, 30,000 people from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have arrived in Nakivale settlement in Uganda. Those arriving have fled fighting linked to the resurgence of the M23 armed group in North Kivu, DRC.

Somalia: At least 10 killed as armed fighting erupts in Puntland's Capital

Garowe, (Horn Observer/Kaab TV) A violent clash between Puntland's Maritime Police Force (PMPF), loyal to President Said Abdullahi Deni, and military units supporting the opposition has resulted in the death of at least 10 people, while more than 15 others sustained injuries, confirmed local medics.

On International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, UN calls for greater protection from sexual violence of all Somalis - statement

Mogadishu – On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, the United Nations in Somalia today called for enhancing the legal protection of all Somalis from sexual violence.

Opinion: President Deni's Ambitious Goal Faces Roadblocks and Controversy

By: Mohamed Abdiqafar Haji Hussein. When President Said Abdullahi Deni was elected almost five years ago, he was expected to accomplish all the tasks he pledged to achieve during his campaign and also to hold an election at the end of his term on January 8, 2024. Every president that Puntland has had…

Rape is normal in Somalia, as state fails to pass laws that protect women and girls

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) - On the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, the United Nations (UN) has called for increased protection against sexual violence for all Somalis.