Somalia

Tortured, Threatened With Rape: Abdirahman Mumtaas's Ordeal in NISA Detention in Somalia

MOGADISHU (Baraarug) – Somalia's justice system remains weak and plagued by abuse of power. Young people who are detained often face a lack of due process and fair trials. Torture and other forms of mistreatment are widespread. Abdirahman Osman, a young man from Jowhar, shares his ordeal after…

Eritrea and Egypt Set to Punish Somalia's Hassan Sheikh for Aligning with Ethiopia

MOGADISHU (Horn Observer/Kaab TV) – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is now grappling with a significant dilemma following his decision to align with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali after a year-long period of tension between Somalia and Ethiopia.

Ethiopia's Abiy Visits Somali Capital Amid Mortar Attack and Lockdown

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER / Kaab TV) – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed made a brief visit to Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, on Thursday, spending less than three hours in the city amid escalating security incidents in the Horn of Africa nation.

Al-Shabaab Captures Balcad, 30km from Somali Capital, During Ethiopian PM's Visit

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – The militant group Al-Shabaab launched a daring attack on Balcad, a town just 30 kilometers north of Mogadishu, on Thursday.

One Person, One Vote in Somalia: A Sound Principle, Flawed Execution

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) - Somalia's push for a "one person, one vote" (1P1V) electoral system is an ambitious step toward realizing a more inclusive and democratic future.

Somalia: Drought, conflict and high food prices risk pushing 4.4 million people into hunger, The Federal Government of Somalia and UN warn

MOGADISHU, Somalia, 26 February 2025 - New data from Somalia shows that 4.4 million people could face hunger by April 2025, driven by worsening drought conditions, conflict and high food prices.

Somalia: Al-Shabaab Carries Out Attacks in Hiiraan and Middle Shabelle, Civilians Flee

JOWHAR (Horn Observer/Kaab TV) – Al-Shabaab has claimed responsibility for seizing weapons and military vehicles during attacks yesterday in areas of Hiiraan and the Middle Shabelle region.

UK Pledges Support as Puntland Forces Root Out ISIS

BOSASO, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – The United Kingdom has pledged support for Somalia's Puntland state as regional forces continue their fight against ISIS militants in the Cal Miskaad mountains.

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.

Somalia Threatens Action Against UAE Over Somaliland

MOGADISHU, Somalia (Kaab TV) – Somalia has warned of potential action against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following Somaliland President Abdirahman Irro's high-profile invitation to the World Governments Summit in Dubai.