Politics

Somalia: Former President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed Returns to His Residence as Calls for Calm and De-Escalation Grow

Mogadishu, Somalia (Onkod Radio) Somalia's former president Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed on Friday agreed to leave the premises where he had been staying at the Mirinaayo neighborhood of Abdiaziz district, amid calls for the international community to de-escalate the situation and return to the negotiating…

Somalia Faces Growing Uncertainty as Leaders Urged to Resume Talks, Opposition leader Attacked in Mogadishu

Mogadishu, Somalia (Onkod Radio) A former Somali prime minister has alleged that government forces conducted an armed operation targeting his residence in Mogadishu on Wednesday. while he was meeting with traditional elders from the Murusade clan.

Op-ED: The Political Situation in Somalia Has Entered a Period of Uncertainty and Disorder

Onkod Radio (Mogadishu) The political situation in Somalia appears to have entered a period of transition and uncertainty after both the Somali Parliament and the Presidency extended their terms by one year.

Somalia and Spain Sign Agreement to Deepen Diplomatic and Economic Ties

Somalia and Spain have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, with a focus on political dialogue, security cooperation, and economic engagement, Somalia's state media reported.

Somali Ambassador to Sweden Presents Credentials to Finnish President; Community Welcomes Move

Helsinki – Somalia's Ambassador to Sweden, Ambassador Abdikarim Ahmed Mohamed, has officially presented his credentials to Alexander Stubb, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic ties between Somalia and Finland. The development has been warmly welcomed by the Somali community…

From Recovery to Representation: Somalia Takes Its Seat at East Africa's Table

Arusha, Tanzania (Horn Observer) In the bustling city of Arusha, where regional ambitions often take shape, a quiet but historic moment unfolded.

Somalia Appoints Ambassador to Boost Engagement with Romania

Bucharest, Romania (Horn Observer)Somalia has appointed a new Ambassador to Romania, signaling a push to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two countries and boost engagement with Romania, the embassy said.

Somalia, Tanzania Sign Visa-on-arrival Deal, Wins Approval to Launch EAC Passport

Mogadishu, Somalia (Horn Observer) — The Federal Government of Somalia and the Government of Tanzania have signed a visa-on-arrival agreement allowing their citizens to travel more easily between the two countries, while Somalia has also been formally authorized to issue the East African Community…

President Hassan Sheikh Heads to AU Summit to Push for Somalia's Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (Horn Observer) Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has arrived in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa to participate in the 39th African Union (AU) Summit, where leaders from across the continent will discuss critical issues including water security, economic integration…

Somalia and UK Deepen Strategic Partnership in High-Level Mogadishu Talks

MOGADISHU, Somalia (Horn Observer/ Diplomat News Network) Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of Somalia, on Thursday hosted Jenny Chapman, the United Kingdom's Minister of State for International Development and Africa at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, for high-level talks aimed…