Science & Technology

Op-Ed: Using African schools to create sustainable communities

In many African countries, ambitious policies and strategies are being developed to support the transition to a circular economy. Yet despite growing awareness and investment, many interventions struggle to achieve sustained impact at community level. The starting point might just be via one of Africa's…

Somalia Unveils National Cybersecurity Emergency Response Center

Mogadishu, Somalia (Horn Observer) Somalia has officially launched the Somali Cyber security Emergency Response Center (SOMCIRT), the country's first national center dedicated to coordinating the prevention, detection, and response to cyber security incidents, Officials said.

Somalia Advances Digital Transformation with Unified Government Services Initiative, officials say

MOGADISHU, Somalia (Horn Observer) Somalia is emerging as a digital leader in Africa, with the Deputy Prime Minister, Salah Ahmed Jama, announcing significant progress in modernizing government services at the Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) 2026 Conference - An event that brought together government…

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.

Internet Society's 2025 Internet Development Conference Calls for Policy Changes to Advance Africa's Digital Future

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, February 19, 2025/ -- Following the conclusion of the Internet Society's 2025 Internet Development Conference, key stakeholders are calling for policy action to address critical challenges and opportunities for Internet development across Africa.

Scientists of the Global South, Unite!

By Louis Gouend

Puntland to Combat Widespread Environmental Degradation in a Region Prone to Climate Shocks

GAROWE, Somalia (KAAB TV/ HORN OBSERVER) – In a significant move to address the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, Puntland's Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Democratization concluded a three-day conference in Garowe.

Somaliland Grants Official Recognition to Teachers' Association, Advancing Educators' Rights and Development

HARGEISA, Somaliland (HORN OBSERVER) - The Somaliland Teachers' Association (SOLTA) has officially received recognition from the Somaliland Ministry of Education and Science, marking a major milestone for teachers and educational progress across the region.

Adeege Multi Services: How One Man's Initiative is Tackling Unemployment Crisis in Somalia's Puntland

GAROWE, Somalia (KAAB TV) – In Somalia, where unemployment is one of the highest in the world, particularly among youth, a young man from Garowe is making strides to provide solutions.