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The Interior Minister, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation, Hon. MP Ali Yusuf Ali (Hosh), hosted a high-level meeting with the United Nations Special Representative for Somalia, Ambassador James Swan, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Mogadishu. The meeting focused on deepening cooperation in support of Somalia’s ongoing state-building and stabilization agenda. What did the Somali Interior Minister and UN Special Representative Discussions include? Key areas of discussion included reconciliation at the community and regional levels, preparations for upcoming national elections, and enhancing public service delivery across the country. Both parties emphasized the importance of strengthening governance frameworks and fostering inclusive, accountable institutions…

Somalia has officially unveiled its Centennial Vision 2060 (CV2060), an ambitious long-term national strategy aimed at transforming the country into an upper-middle-income economy by 2060, coinciding with the nation’s 100th year of independence. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Launches Somalia Centennial Vision 2060 The visionary blueprint was launched under the leadership of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, highlighting the government’s unwavering commitment to inclusive, sustainable development and regional integration. Developed in collaboration with both local and international experts, CV2060 represents the most comprehensive socio-economic roadmap in Somalia’s history. The strategy is aligned with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, reinforcing Somalia’s aspirations to…

Central Somalia clashes between the Somali National Army (SNA) and Al-Shabaab continue, while authorities are working hard to prevent the extremist group from reasserting control. 30 Killed and 40 Wounded in Central Somalia Clashes In a major operation conducted in Qay’ad village, Mudug region (Galmudug state), Somali security forces killed at least 30 Al-Shabaab militants, including senior field operatives Mohamed Bashir Muse and Maaday Foodey. About 40 more fighters were wounded and retreated toward nearby Elbur town. State media confirmed this was the highest militant death toll in central Somalia in months. The joint offensive marks a significant victory for…

Praise be to God for the blessing of security in Mogadishu and most major Somali cities now enjoy, after long years of fear and violence. It is a priceless blessing in a country that has experienced the bitterness of chaos and whose people have endured displacement and bombings. The credit, first and foremost, goes to Allah, then to the brave security forces who stayed up through the nights and risked their lives so that citizens could live in peace and reassurance. Eid Vibes with the Blessing of Security in Mogadishu The security in Mogadishu was most vividly reflected during the…

Kenya and Somalia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and regional cooperation through a series of high-level engagements and strategic agreements. Bilateral Talks to Fast-Track Memoranda of Understanding Prime Cabinet Secretary of Kenya, Musalia Mudavadi, and Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdisalam Omer, held productive bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Ministers’ Summit. The two leaders agreed to accelerate meetings of the Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) to finalize key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). These MoUs are set to enhance collaboration across multiple sectors, including trade, infrastructure, security, and cultural exchange. “Kenya and…

Jorge Moreira da Silva, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Director of the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS), will start a pivotal five-day tour across Ethiopia, Somalia, and Sudan. The mission underscores the UN’s commitment to advancing sustainable development, peace, and humanitarian relief across the Horn of Africa. UN Office for Project Services Contributions by Country Somalia: Supporting Peace, State-Building, and Climate Resilience In Somalia, UNOPS continues to: Ethiopia: Advancing Sustainable Development and Food Security UN Office for Project Services is actively partnering with stakeholders in Ethiopia to support national and international priorities, including: Sudan: Responding to One…

In a troubling regional development, Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group, known formally as Ansar Allah, is reportedly strengthening operational ties with Somalia’s two major terrorist organizations: Al-Shabaab and Islamic State in Somalia (IS Somalia). Intelligence reports and UN monitors indicate growing collaboration.As Houthis drones in Somalia are operating strikes now. This evolving alliance could drastically reshape the security landscape in the Horn of Africa and surrounding maritime regions.Especially the Gulf of Aden and Bab al-Mandab Strait, which are critical for global trade routes. What is the Role of Houthis Drones in Somalia? Al-Shabaab has traditionally relied on small arms and IEDs,…

Somali Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, has confirmed that coordinated efforts are in progress to liberate the last remaining territories controlled by terrorist militias across the country. The operations are being carried out in partnership with the Ministry of Defence and the Somali National Army (SNA) Command. Somali Defence Minister Praises Somali National Army and Allied Local Resistance Forces Fiqi praised the Somali National Army and allied local resistance forces for their recent military gains in the Hiran region, where several high-ranking militants were neutralized in a series of successful operations. These victories, he noted, have significantly weakened terrorist…

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has praised the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for its wise and visionary leadership under Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. He highlighted the UAE’s consistent support for Arab unity and joint action, emphasizing that cooperation and solidarity are essential pillars for overcoming the challenges facing the Arab world. Somalia and the UAE Strategic Ties During a meeting with Mohammed Ahmed Al Yamahi, President of the Arab Parliament, held on the sidelines of an official visit to Egypt, Somalia President Mohamud expressed deep appreciation for the historic and strategic ties between Somalia…

For the third consecutive day, mass protests in the USA have continued.They started in Los Angeles, California, spreading to other U.S. states in response to recent immigration raids. The Story of Mass Protests in the USA? The demonstrations were triggered by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arresting at least 44 individuals accused of violating immigration laws. These arrests are part of a wider and controversial immigration crackdown led by President Donald Trump, who has vowed to deport record numbers of undocumented immigrants during his second term. The White House reportedly set a target of detaining at least 3,000…