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The Somali Leadership Awards has recognized Mr. Mohamud Ma’allin Abdulle, Commissioner of the National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), with 2025 Best Public Service Leader Award for his outstanding contributions to national disaster management and public service. Who Attended the Ceremony of the Best Public Service Leader Award? The prestigious award was presented during a high-profile ceremony in Mogadishu.This ceremony was attended by government officials, including: Why is Commissioner Mr. Mohamud Ma’allin Abdulle the Best Public Service Leader for 2025? Commissioner Mohamud Ma’allin Abdulle was commended for his proactive leadership.As he showed greatness in managing emergency responses, implementing stabilization plans, and…

Mogadishu security forces carried out a targeted field operation today in the Taraboonka area of Hodan District, aimed at securing neighborhoods and curbing the spread of unlicensed weapons in the Somali capital. Brief Exchange of Gunfire According to security officials, the operation escalated into an armed clash after forces encountered a group of militias, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire. The confrontation resulted in casualties, including civilian deaths and injuries among nearby residents, as well as injuries to security personnel and some militia members. Mogadishu Security Forces Regains Control Mogadishu Security Forces confirmed that security forces successfully regained full…

The Somali Council of Ministers, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama, held its weekly meeting on Thursday and approved key legislation aimed at driving economic growth and reducing youth unemployment. Joblessness Pushes 58% of Youth into Armed Groups Youth unemployment remains one of Somalia’s most pressing challenges, with World Bank estimates showing a rate of 33.9% among those who are 15–24 in 2024—a slight improvement from 37.4% in 2019. However, independent research from the Hiraal Institute suggests the reality may be higher, with up to 70% of Somali youth unemployed, and 58% citing joblessness…

YouTube has begun testing its AI Age Verification Tool in the United States, aiming to provide better protection for minors from inappropriate online content and browsing habits. In a late-July blog post, the Google-owned video platform explained that the technology will infer a user’s age based on various signals—beyond the birth date listed on their account.Allowing for customized safety features and tailored experiences. How the AI Age Verification Tool Works The system analyzes multiple indicators, including: Users who believe they were misclassified will be able to prove they are over 18 by submitting an official ID or credit card information.…

The Palestinian Presidency on Thursday condemned Israel’s latest settlement expansion plan, which calls for the construction of 3,401 housing units in the disputed E1 area between Jerusalem and the Ma’ale Adumim settlement. Israel Settlement Plan Near Jerusalem Fuel Tension In a statement published by the Palestinian news agency WAFA, Presidential Spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeineh warned that the newly announced settlement project — alongside the ongoing war in Gaza and rising settler violence — will only fuel further escalation, tension, and instability in the region. Abu Rudeineh stressed that Israel settlement plan near Jerusalem is illegal under international law, citing UN…

The upcoming Trump–Putin Alaska Summit has drawn global attention, with hopes it could end the nearly 30-month war in Ukraine. But experts warn that the real obstacle isn’t who attends or what concessions Trump might offer — it’s that Vladimir Putin shows no sign of wanting peace. How can the Negotiations Work in Trump–Putin Alaska Summit Analysts like Paul Saunders of the National Interest say negotiations can only work if both sides see a settlement as better than the status quo. For now, Putin believes he can win, banking on Russia’s larger population, economic resources, and a war strategy focused…

Although African countries began liberalizing trade among themselves in 2012, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement was not officially concluded until early 2019. The accession process that followed was lengthy and still incomplete, with Eritrea yet to ratify the agreement. When was the African Continental Free Trade Agrrement Implemented? The agreement’s implementation began in January 2021, following the election of Wamkele Mene as the first Secretary-General of the AfCFTA and the designation of Accra, Ghana’s capital, as the Secretariat’s headquarters. The African Continental Free Trade agreement aims to create a unified market of 55 countries with a combined…

Artificial intelligence (AI) has long promised to transform education, but its actual integration into universities remains uneven. While researchers highlight its potential for personalised learning and efficiency, adoption—especially in Europe—lags behind global leaders. AI in Higher Education: Shaping Learning Ways Over the past few years, AI has steadily entered higher education through personalised learning platforms, virtual tutors, and administrative automation. Tools like Smart Sparrow, Knewton, Century Tech, and Khan Academy adapt lesson content and pace to each student’s needs, using data on performance, errors, and response times. This allows for tailored exercises, videos, and reading recommendations. Tasks of AI in…

Somalia’s ongoing electoral deadlock has intensified after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud rejected proposed solutions during a high-stakes meeting with opposition leaders. The talks, aimed at resolving disputes over constitutional amendments, ended in a stalemate—leaving the country’s political future uncertain. Disputed Constitutional Amendments at the Heart of the Crisis The meeting focused on controversial changes to Chapter Four of Somalia’s provisional constitution. Most federal member states and opposition figures have condemned the amendments as unconstitutional. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud stood firm, refusing all proposals that would alter the current electoral framework.Including the structure and authority of election commissions at both national…

In the wake of the horrific “White Massacre” in El-Obeid, 9 Sudanese citizens living abroad have come forward with powerful testimonies that expose the Sudanese military’s systematic violence against civilians. They called by their accounts call for an urgent, independent international inquiry into war crimes and human rights violations—highlighting the troubling role of foreign powers, particularly Iran and Turkey in the White Massacre. Evidence of Coordinated Military Crimes in the White Massacre According to reports from Iranlens and Turkey24, the survivors have compiled a detailed document for submission to international bodies and courts. Moreover, Sudan’s military has increasingly relied on…