Djibouti, SONNA — The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, attended the inauguration ceremony of the re-elected President of the Republic of Djibouti, H.E. Ismail Omar Guelleh, held in Djibouti City. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Abdisalam Ali, as […]
Sources differ: Hiiraan Online: emphasizes Somali President arrives in Djibouti for President Guelleh inauguration
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Mogadishu (HOL) — A Somaliland delegation led by Trade and Tourism Minister Abdirahman Hassan Nur met Israeli business representatives in Addis Ababa on Thursday to discuss strengthening trade and investment cooperation between the two sides.
Sources differ: Saxafi Media: emphasizes Somaliland and Israel Forge Strong Economic Ties in Addis Ababa
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British politician and businessman Lord Ashcroft has endorsed Senator Ted Cruz’s initiative urging recognition of Somaliland, adding significant international backing to the self-governing territory’s decades-long quest for sovereignty
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Mogadishu (HOL) — More than 6 million people in Somalia are facing acute hunger as drought, rising food and fuel prices and deep humanitarian funding cuts push the country closer to famine, Oxfam warned.
Sources differ: AllAfrica Somalia: emphasizes Racing to Reverse the Hunger Tide
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Turkey has approved a $30 million grant agreement with Somalia, which has raised concerns regarding transparency and corruption amidst economic challenges in Turkey.
Reports overlap: A newly enacted $30 million grant agreement between Turkey and Somalia has brought renewed scrutiny to a long-running financial relationship that has continued uninterrupted since 2016, even as economic hardship inside Turkey fuels public debate over overseas spending.
Sources differ: Emphasis On Scrutiny: Horseed Media's first article highlights public debate over the financial relationship due to economic hardship in Turkey, while the second article focuses on the approval process and the broader partnership.
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[Nile Post] On May 6, the Somali National News Agency reported that 13 members of what it described as the Khawarij militias, including senior commanders, were killed in a planned military operation carried out by the national army in cooperation with local resistance forces in the Mudug region.
Sources differ: Wardheer News: emphasizes Mogadishu Land Crisis Turns Deadly as Government Faces Accusations of Using Force Against Civilians
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GOOBJOOG NEWS|MOGADISHU Somalia’s Federal Government has announced plans to construct modern residential estates for 12,000 families, in what could become one of the country’s largest urban housing and resettlement projects…
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GENEVA — Somalia’s Minister of Family and Human Rights Development, Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, led a high-level delegation at the 52nd session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) in Geneva, where the government presented its human rights achievements over the past four and a half years. The Somali delegation addressed representatives from 108 countries during […]
Sources differ: Goobjoog English: GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Somalia’s national human rights commission and the United Nations have agreed to deepen cooperation on human rights monitoring, institutional reform and public accountability systems. The agreement…
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Mogadishu (WDN) – Questions are mounting over the arrest and detention of several young people from Dayniile District following clashes between residents and police forces during a violent confrontation in the Warlalis area, where locals reportedly resisted eviction efforts. The arrests come after tensions erupted in Dayniile following clashes between security forces and residents who... The post
Sources differ: Shabelle Media: MOGADISHU — Somali opposition lawmaker Caano Nuug said that opposition politicians stand with residents displaced from Mogadishu, accusing the government of demolishing homes belonging to poor families. The MP described the destruction of houses inhabited by low-income residents as “unfortunate,” alleging that authorities carried out demolitions at night, leaving civilian families without shelter. He […]
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GOOBJOOG NEWS|BAIDOA: Somalia’s electoral process entered a significant new phase on Saturday as elections officially opened in the South West State, where 394 parliamentary candidates have been cleared to contest…
Sources differ: SONNA English: emphasizes South West Interim Leader Receives National Electoral Commission Delegation in Baidoa
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The Federal Government of Somalia has reported significant advancements in justice sector reforms during a symposium in Mogadishu, attended by various high-ranking officials and lawmakers.
Reports overlap: GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: The Federal Government of Somalia on Thursday highlighted major progress in justice sector reforms during a high-level symposium in Mogadishu attended by senior state officials, lawmakers…
Sources differ: Goobjoog English: Focuses on the progress highlighted during the symposium.
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Somalia's foreign ministry and immigration authorities are collaborating to enhance passport and immigration services through the establishment of a joint technical team.
Reports overlap: GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Somalia’s foreign ministry and immigration authorities have agreed to establish a joint technical team aimed at improving coordination on passports, consular affairs and immigration services. Foreign…
Sources differ: Goobjoog English: Emphasizes the establishment of a joint technical team for improved coordination.
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[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's Cabinet on Thursday approved new regulations governing private security services and reviewed the growing economic impact of regional instability, including disruptions linked to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, officials said.
Sources differ: Radio Dalsan: Somalia’s federal cabinet today approved new security regulations and reviewed stark new data showing a 40% drop in imports and double-digit inflation in food and healthcare costs, following disruptions to shipping through the strategic Hormuz Strait. The weekly meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre in Mogadishu, highlights how global geopolitical tensions are now […]
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The United States is preparing to lift sanctions on Eritrea, reflecting changing geopolitical dynamics in the Red Sea and Horn of Africa.
Reports overlap: GOOBJOOG NEWS|WASHINGTON: The United States is preparing to lift sanctions imposed on Eritrea, in a move analysts say reflects changing geopolitical dynamics in the Red Sea and Horn of Africa…
Sources differ: Goobjoog English: Focuses on the broader geopolitical implications of the sanctions lift.
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Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government has denied reports claiming it expelled the United Arab Emirates ambassador, dismissing the allegations as false and misleading.
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GOOBJOOG NEWS|MOGADISHU: Somalia and Egypt have reaffirmed their growing diplomatic ties following talks between Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisalam Ali, and Egypt’s Ambassador to Somalia, Mohamed…
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BAHDO, Somalia – The Somali National Army, backed by local militia fighters, carried out a large-scale operation on Wednesday in Boorey area, about 120 kilometres from Bahdo in the central Mudug region, killing at least 13 Al-Shabaab members, including senior commanders, military officials said. The operation was part of three coordinated offensives underway in […]
Sources differ: SONNA English: New Delhi, (SONNA) — The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to India, who is also the non-resident Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Abdullahi Mohammed Odowa, held a meeting with his Sri Lankan counterpart in India, Mahishini Colonne, at the Sri Lankan Embassy in New Delhi. During the meeting, Ambassador Odowa expressed his appreciation for […]
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Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Wednesday appointed Abdifitah Qasim Mohamud as the new Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, replacing Daud Aweis Jama.
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MOGADISHU, May 6, 2026 – Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre met senior officials from the World Food Programme (WFP) on Wednesday to discuss long-term solutions to food insecurity, drought and recurrent climate shocks. The delegation was led by WFP Deputy Executive Director Matthew Hollingworth, according to a statement. Barre briefed the officials on […]
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Mogadishu (SONNA): The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation of the Federal Government of Somalia has organized a consultative meeting on road safety and traffic congestion management, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Shingaani District. The important meeting focused on improving the transport system, enhancing road safety, and addressing traffic congestion challenges. The session was [&#