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The terrorist sniper who shot dead UAE military officers in Somalia

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – Mustaf Mukhtaar Adan Abdirahmaan's story is not that of an ordinary terrorist within Al-Shabaab's ranks. He was a skilled sniper, honing his marksmanship in the dense jungles of Bakool region.

Continued detention of MM Somali TV founder Mohamed Ilig by Somaliland court amidst rising constraints on free expression

MOGADISHU, Somalia 11 February 2024 – The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) voices its concern over the prolonged arbitrary detention of MM Somali TV founder and journalist, Mohamed Abdi Ilig, in Hargeisa. Today marks his 37th day in custody.

From Lecturer to Terrorist: University educator joins Al-Shabaab, declares jihad on Ethiopia and west

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – Nageeye Ali Khalif, a former lecturer at Somali National University (SNU), has made waves with his recent announcement of joining the Al-Shabaab terrorist group.

Deadly Attack: 2 UAE military advisers among several killed in Mogadishu camp

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – In a tragic incident at a military training camp in Mogadishu, at least four individuals, including two United Arab Emirates (UAE) military advisers from South Africa, lost their lives in a direct shooting on Saturday afternoon.

Jubaland Council of Presidential Candidates, Traditional Elders, and Intellectuals held a consultative meeting in Mogadishu, Somalia

On February 6, 2024, a gathering of the Jubaland Council of Presidential Candidates, Traditional Elders and Politicians was held. The conference was convened to tackle pressing matters impacting the region, focusing on pivotal aspects of the political landscape, security, and the imminent elections…

Attacks on dissenting voices signal erosion of free expression in Somaliland

NAIROBI (KAAB TV) – In recent times, Somaliland has witnessed a disturbing trend: an escalation in attacks against those who dare to speak out against the status quo. The freedom of expression, once cherished, is now under threat, exemplified by the detention of Abdirahman Abees, an author critical…

Kenyan cult leader Mackenzie charged with 191 murders

NAIROBI (HORN OBSERVER) – The Kenyan cult leader, Paul Mackenzie, has been formally charged with murder following the disturbing discovery of over 400 bodies buried in a remote forest in the country's eastern region.

Ethiopia's Cabinet Shuffle Amidst Deepening Crisis: Who are key figures appointed?

ADDIS ABABA (HORN OBSERVER) – Ethiopia's parliament has greenlit a series of high-profile appointments, marking a notable shift in the country's leadership landscape.

Suicide explosion in Afgoye claims 3 lives, over 10 others injured

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – Officials in Afgoye, a town located in the Lower Shabelle region, have confirmed a devastating suicide explosion that occurred on Wednesday, resulting in the loss of three lives and leaving more than ten individuals wounded.

Mogadishu Market Bombings: Death toll rises

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The aftermath of Tuesday's bombings in the Bakara market reveals a grim toll as the number of injured rises, shedding light on the extent of devastation caused by the attack.

Remembering Mogadishu's peacemaker elder, champion for IDPs, taken by violence

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – The tragic death of clan elder Muse Harun Adan has sent shockwaves through Mogadishu, as the community mourns the loss of a man renowned for his dedication to peacemaking and aiding vulnerable populations.

Six Ethiopians Among 7 Killed in Attack in Southwestern Somali Town

MOGADISHU - Authorities in the southwestern Somali town of Beled Hawo said six Ethiopians were among seven people killed in an overnight attack by suspected al-Shabab militants.

At least 10 killed in Mogadishu blasts

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – A wave of explosions rocked Mogadishu's Bakaro market on Tuesday, leaving at least 10 people dead, according to eyewitnesses at the scene.

Third woman and children rescued amid a rising tide of femicide in Somalia

AFGOOYE (HORN OBSERVER) – In a harrowing incident in the Afgooye district, local residents and security forces thwarted an attempted femicide as a man, armed with petrol and matches, was apprehended while attempting to set his wife and children ablaze on Monday morning, February 5.

Kickback fallout leads to tax collection contract termination in Somalia

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) - Somalia's Auditor General, Ahmed Isse Gutale, has terminated a tax collection contract awarded to the private firm MGS Soft INC in the capital city, Mogadishu.

Millions worth military equipment, weapons captured by Somalia terror group – video

MOGADISHU (HORN OBSERVER) – Al-Shabaab, the notorious terrorist group operating in Somalia, has released a chilling video showcasing the aftermath of its January 24 brazen raid on Caad village in Mudug region, which saw over 190 soldiers and militiamen killed.

US targets Sudanese military-linked businesses with sanctions amid ongoing conflict

NAIROBI (HORN OBSERVER) – In a bid to address the devastating nine-month war in Sudan, the United States imposed sanctions on three companies linked to the warring parties.

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.

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Somaliland should free founder of MM Somali TV; Somalia parliament must give access to all media

MOGADISHU, Somalia 31 January, 2024 – The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) is deeply troubled by the continued incarceration of Mohamed Abdi Ilig, the founder and journalist of MM Somali TV in Hargeisa, and calls for his immediate and unconditional release. Furthermore, SJS urges a reevaluation…