Ahmed Mohamed

Ahmed Mohamed is a southern Somalia-based freelancer covering for the Horn Observer.

Money and Manipulation: The Battle for Power in Northeast Somalia's Election

LAASCAANOOD, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER/ Kaab TV) – The newly declared Northeast State of Somalia has re-elected Abdukadir Ahmed Aw-Ali "Firdhiye" as its president, following a turbulent vote in Laascaanood on Saturday, August 30, that has been overshadowed by reports of massive vote-buying.

Somalia's UNGA80 Delegation to New York: A Family Vacation Disguised as Diplomacy

NAIROBI, Kenya (HORN OBSERVER) - A leaked list of Somalia's official delegation to the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September is causing uproar—and for good reason.

Somaliland Nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize over Recognition Efforts

HARGEISA, Somaliland (HORN OBSERVER) – The President of Somaliland has formally nominated U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his recent acknowledgment of the region's bid for international recognition.

Girls Secure Spots in Top 10 as Somalia's Jubbaland Announces 2025 Grade 8 Results

KISMAYO, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – The Jubbaland Ministry of Education has announced the results of the 2024–2025 Grade 8 national examinations, with girls making a strong showing among the top performers.

Clashes Renew on Kenya Border as Pro-Somalia Force Commander Issues Demands to Kenya

DOOLOW, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – Tensions have flared in Beled-Hawo district of Gedo region, where fighting broke out again yesterday [Monday] between forces of the Jubaland State and those loyal to Abdirashid Janan, backed by the Federal Government of Somalia.

Somalia Minister of Women Seeks New Post Over Lack of Lootable Funds - Sources Say

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – Somalia's Minister of Women and Human Rights, Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, is reportedly seeking a reassignment to a different cabinet post due to what sources say is a lack of access to lucrative projects in her current ministry.

AU Expresses Concern Over Trump's New Travel Ban Targeting African Countries

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (Kaab TV) – The African Union (AU) has expressed deep concern over the potential negative impact of a newly announced travel ban by U.S. President Donald Trump, which targets 19 countries — including several in Africa.

Britain and EU Ready to Send Troops and Jets to Ukraine

NAIROBI, Kenya (HORN OBSERVER) – The United Kingdom and European Union leaders have signaled their readiness to deploy troops and fighter jets to Ukraine if a ceasefire is reached, despite ongoing uncertainty about the possibility of such an agreement.

Puntland Forces Seize Key ISIS Stronghold, Conclude Second Phase of Operation

BOSASO, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER / Kaab TV) – On Monday, Puntland counterterrorism forces took control of Sheebaab town, a significant ISIS stronghold deep in the Cal Miskaad mountains.

Mogadishu Tuktuk Driver Detained for Saying People Are Hungry, Another Man Killed for Sharing Facebook Post of Police Abuses

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER / KAAB TV) – The Somali Police Force arrested a tuk tuk taxi driver, Sayid Ali, after he spoke out about the severe hunger faced by people in Mogadishu due to rising unemployment, extortion, and corruption within the police.