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- Somalia parliament speaker warns against disinformation targeting ties with Türkiye
- Somalia foreign minister attends farewell for US acting ambassador
- Somalia president inspects Gorgor command as Turkey-backed military training expands
- Somali parliament speaker urges Somalis not to let political disputes damage Türkiye ties
- Italy committed to water security, agriculture, and climate action in Somalia
- The Tribal President: When Clan Loyalty Undermines National Leadership
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Somalia parliament speaker warns against disinformation targeting ties with Türkiye
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s parliamentary speaker, Abdulqadir Mohamed Nur Jama, has called for stronger efforts to protect the country’s strategic partnership with Türkiye from misinformation and other threats to bilateral cooperation. Jama made the remarks while attending the opening of a discussion forum on the multifaceted relationship between Somalia and Türkiye. He said
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Somalia foreign minister attends farewell for US acting ambassador
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali Foreign Minister Abdisalam Ali attended a farewell ceremony for Justin Davis, the outgoing acting US ambassador to Somalia, and a reception welcoming his successor, Ruth Anne Stevens-Klitz, the foreign ministry said. Ali thanked Davis for his work and efforts to strengthen relations between Somalia and the United States, and wished […]
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Somalia president inspects Gorgor command as Turkey-backed military training expands
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday inspected the headquarters of the army’s 1st Gorgor Commando Division, where he reviewed newly trained troops and military preparations, the presidency said. Mohamud, who also serves as commander-in-chief of the armed forces, received briefings from commanders and senior officers during the visit. He toured [̷
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Somali parliament speaker urges Somalis not to let political disputes damage Türkiye ties
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Lower House Speaker Abduqadir Mohamed Nur Jama on Thursday described the burning of Turkish flags in Somalia as a “foreign agenda” aimed at damaging the historic relationship between the Somali and Turkish peoples.
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Italy committed to water security, agriculture, and climate action in Somalia
Representatives of the Federal Government of Somalia, the United Nations, and development partners gathered in Jowhar, in the Hirshabelle State, to celebrate a major milestone in Somalia’s efforts to strengthen water security, agricultural productivity, and climate resilience.
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The Tribal President: When Clan Loyalty Undermines National Leadership
A president is elected or appointed to serve the entire nation, not a particular clan, region, political faction, or social group. In a country as socially interconnected as Somalia, the distinction between leadership based on national citizenship and leadership based on clan affiliation is particularly important. When a president begins to govern primarily through clan loyalty, political appointm
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Somalia parliament parliament speaker says foreign agenda behind Turkish flag burnings
MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Somalia’s parliament speaker, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur Jama, has described the burning of the Turkish flag in several regions across the country as an “appalling” development that is new to Somalia, saying a foreign agenda is behind the acts. His remarks followed a wave of protests in Somalia’s Jubaland, Puntland and Southwest states, [̷
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Hassan Sheikh Backs Ali Gudlawe as Hirshabelle Election Tensions Rise
Mogadisho (WDN) — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud has reportedly begun openly backing Hirshabelle President Ali Gudlawe for another term as political maneuvering intensifies ahead of the regional leadership contest. The President received a group of politicians from the Guudlaawe’s clan (Harti-Abgaal) community in Mogadishu, with discussions focusing on the forthcoming selection of Hirshabelle
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Deni Highlights Xaafuun’s Maritime, Industrial and Tourism Potential
Xaafuun (WDN) — Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni has visited Xaafuun, highlighting the district’s potential to become an important center for fisheries, tourism, water infrastructure and regional economic development. During his visit, Deni toured the historic port of Xaafuun and the remains of the district’s former salt-processing factory, reflecting an industrial and maritime heritage that
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Somalia, Pakistan to strengthen cooperation in digitalisation
Somalia and Pakistan are seeking to deepen cooperation on national identification systems and digital government infrastructure, Somalia’s National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) said.
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Somalia government says door remains open to talks with opposition
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s federal government remains ready to hold talks with opposition groups to resolve political disputes over the country’s expected 2027 elections and constitutional issues, Information Minister Abdifatah Qasim said. Speaking in an interview with an Arab media outlet, Qasim said the government had no objection to returning to the negotiating table with […]
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Somali Interior Security Minister attends international security forum in China
LIANYUNGANG, China — Somalia’s Interior Security Minister Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag attended the opening of the 2026 International Public Security Cooperation Forum in the Chinese city of Lianyungang on Thursday, according to the ministry. The forum brings together more than 2,100 participants from 139 countries and regions, as well as international organisations, to discuss closer security
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Somalia, African Development Bank discuss economic reforms and investment
SEOUL, South Korea — Somalia’s Finance Minister Bihi Iman Egeh held talks in Seoul with African Development Bank (AfDB) President Sidi Ould Tah on economic reforms, investment and development priorities, the ministry said. The meeting took place on the sidelines of a gathering of African and South Korean finance ministers in the South Korean capital. […]
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Somali Man Sent to Guantanamo Bay Detention Facility in Cuba
MINNESOTA, United States — A 31-year-old Somali man living in Minnesota has been transferred to the US military detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, according to local media reports. Adan Abdullah said federal immigration officers detained him in December as the administration of President Donald Trump stepped up efforts to deport Somali migrants who […]
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Somali lower house speaker suspends motion against interior minister
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Lower House Speaker Abdikadir Mohamed Nur has suspended a motion seeking accountability from the Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation, Ali Hoosh.
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Ethiopian Somali region president criticizes ONLF faction over armed struggle remarks
Jigjiga (HOL) — Somali Regional State President Mustafa Muhumed Omar has strongly criticized the politics of the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) after a member of the group said a return to armed struggle was possible.
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Somali Government Says Talks With Opposition Continue Amid Remaining Differences
MOGADISHU—The Somali Federal Government has said dialogue with opposition politicians is continuing, with the two sides reaching agreement on some issues while differences remain over others that require further negotiations. Speaking to Al Arabiya television, Somalia’s Minister of Information, Abdirahman Yusuf Al-Adala, said the government remains ready to engage in meaningful dialogue on key nat
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Labour picks Sagal Abdi-Wali for Starmer’s former seat
London, UK — Britain’s Labour Party has selected Somali-born politician Sagal Abdi-Wali to contest the parliamentary seat vacated by former prime minister Keir Starmer, putting the former child refugee in the race to represent one of Labour’s most prominent London constituencies. Abdi-Wali, 42, the leader of Camden Council, will stand in the Holborn and St […] The post Labour picks Sagal Abd
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Somali-British Politician Sagal Abdi-Wali Emerges as Labour Favourite for Starmer’s Former Seat.
Wednesday 9, Sep 2026 {HMC} LONDON — Sagal Abdi-Wali, the Somali-born leader of Camden Council, has emerged as the leading contender to become the Labour Party’s candidate in the upcoming by-election for Holborn and St Pancras, the parliamentary seat formerly held by Keir Starmer. Abdi-Wali, who arrived in the UK from Somalia as a child […] The post Somali-British Politician Sagal Abdi-Wali
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Nearly 10 Soldiers Killed in Al-Shabaab Attack in Bardhere
BARDHERE— Nearly 10 soldiers were killed and several others wounded in an Al-Shabaab attack on a military training camp in Baardheere district, Gedo region, according to local reports. The attack began with artillery fire targeting a camp where newly recruited federal government forces were being trained. The shelling reportedly caused casualties among the troops at... The post Nearly 10 Soldiers
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Somalia urges investment in digital infrastructure at Korea-Africa finance forum
SEOUL, South Korea — Somalia’s Finance Minister Bihi Iman Egeh on Wednesday called for greater investment in energy, fibre-optic networks, data infrastructure and accountable financing as African countries seek to harness artificial intelligence to accelerate economic development. Speaking at the eighth Korea-Africa Finance Cooperation Conference in Seoul, Egeh said Africa’s amb
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More Federal Troops Head to Baidoa as Laftagareen Forces Resist Government Offensive
Baidoa (WDN) — The Federal Government is reportedly preparing to deploy additional troops to Baydhaba as fighting and political tensions intensify between forces backing South West State President Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur (Aden Madobe) and fighters loyal to former South West President Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen. People familiar with the situation say the planned deployment... The post More
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Al-Shabaab Launches Early-Morning Assault on Government Base in Baardheere
Baardheere (WDN) — Al-Shabaab fighters launched a heavy early-morning assault on a Somali government military base in Baardheere on Wednesday, triggering mortar fire and a subsequent ground battle that residents say is still being heard across the town. Local sources said the attack began with several mortar rounds directed at the government forces’ position before... The post Al-Shabaab Launches
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Somalia prepares fresh troop deployment to Baidoa for operation against opposition forces
MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Somalia’s federal government is preparing to deploy fresh troops to Baidoa, the seat of power of Southwest State, to join an operation aimed at pushing back opposition forces stationed on the outskirts of the strategic town. The planned deployment follows a telephone conversation between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Southwest State’s [&#
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Minister Receives Ambassador of Türkiye on Farewell Courtesy Call.
Wednesday 9, Sep 2026 {HMC} The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Abdisalam Ali today received at the Ministry’s headquarters the Ambassador of the sisterly Republic of Türkiye to the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Alper Aktaş, on a farewell courtesy call marking the end of his diplomatic tenure. The Minister commended the […] The post Minister Receives
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Somalia, UN discuss UNTMIS transition
MOGADISHU, Somalia – Somalia’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ali Mohamed Omar, known as Ali Balcad, on Wednesday met with a United Nations delegation led by the acting head of the UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS), Raisedon Zenenga. The meeting, which was also attended by UNTMIS Head of Political and […]
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Who is Sagal Abdi-Wali, tipped for Starmer’s former seat?
London, UK — Somali-born British politician Sagal Abdi-Wali has emerged as a leading contender to become Labour’s candidate in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, potentially putting a former child refugee on course to succeed former prime minister Keir Starmer in Parliament. Abdi-Wali, 42, leads Camden Council and has deep political and community ties to […] The post Who is Sagal Abdi-W
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Deni Draws a Line: Puntland Steps Away as Somalia’s Political Deadlock Deepens
Garowe (WDN) — Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni has announced that Puntland has cancelled all agreements previously reached with Somalia’s Federal Government and will independently manage its affairs, until Somali political leaders reach a settlement acceptable to all sides. Deni said Puntland would no longer operate under political arrangements it considers invalid or superseded, while... T
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Confusion and Fear Grip Nairobi as Kenya Intensifies Immigration Crackdown
Nairobi (WDN) — Confusion and anxiety spread across Nairobi as Kenyan security and immigration authorities intensified a crackdown on foreign nationals believed to be living in the country without valid immigration status, following a recent directive from President William Ruto calling for the removal of undocumented foreigners. The enforcement operation was particularly visible on the... The pos
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U.S. Steps Back as Somalia’s Election Deadlock Deepens
Mogadishu(WDN) — The United States is reassessing its engagement with Somalia as Washington signals that Somali leaders must take primary responsibility for resolving the country’s deepening political crisis, amid nearly a year of failed negotiations over elections, constitutional changes and the next political transition. Justin Davis, the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Mogadishu, is completing his...
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Why the attack on General Shub touched a nerve in Somalia’s political elite
The reported attempt to kill General Mahad Abdirahman Aden “Shub,” the former commander of the Somali Custodial Corps, in Doolow has touched a particularly sensitive nerve in Somalia’s political establishment. An attempt on anyone’s life is deeply troubling, and General Shub, regardless of his political position, deserves the protection of the law.
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Mogadishu Prepares for Pro-Turkey Rally Amid Gedo Tensions
MOGADISHU-(Raxanreeb Online) — Youth affiliated with the Banaadir Regional Administration have begun preparations for a planned demonstration in support of Turkey, holding their first organizing meeting in Mogadishu, according to sources familiar with the matter. The planned rally follows mounting pressure on the Somali federal government over an airstrike in Dolow District, Gedo Region, which...
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Anti-Turkey protests spread across Somalia after Dolow air strike
MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Mass protests against Turkey and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have swept through major towns in southern Somalia’s Jubaland state this week, following accusations by regional authorities that Ankara carried out an air strike that wounded a prominent Somali opposition figure, his wife and several civilians in the border town of Dolow. Demonstrators […]
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Egypt urges Somalia to accelerate release of 8 Egyptian sailors held off Somali coast
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty urged his Somali counterpart on Monday to step up efforts to secure the release and ensure the safety of eight Egyptian sailors being held aboard a vessel off the Somali coast, as Cairo continues diplomatic efforts to resolve the months-long hostage crisis.
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Somalia, UNHCR discuss stronger cooperation on national development priorities
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s planning minister met the acting representative of the UN refugee agency on Tuesday to discuss strengthening cooperation and aligning humanitarian programmes with the government’s national development priorities, the ministry said. Planning, Investment and Economic Development Minister Mahmoud Abdirahman Sheikh Farah (Beenebeene) received Jing Song
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Somali small boat arrivals to UK rise 76%, government figures show
London (HOL) — The number of Somali nationals recorded crossing the English Channel in small boats rose sharply over the past year, according to the latest UK government figures.
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Somalia and Yemen Face a Dangerous New Security Threat as Al-Shabaab–Houthi Links Emerge
Mogadishu (WDN) — A potentially destabilizing security development is emerging across the Gulf of Aden and Red Sea following reports from Yemen’s internationally recognized government that Somali fighters are fighting alongside the Iran-backed Houthi movement. Yemeni authorities have reportedly announced that Somali nationals were among fighters killed in recent clashes with Houthi forces, w
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Puntland Government Plans to Introduce Free Primary and Intermediate Education
Garowe (WDN) — Puntland is preparing to remove one of the biggest barriers keeping children from school, with the government announcing plans to make primary and intermediate education free across the region, potentially bringing immediate financial relief to thousands of families once the policy takes effect. Puntland Interior Minister Abdi Hersi Ali (Qarjab) said the... The post Puntland Governm
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Hijacking pirates exploit regional chaos to return to seas off Somalia
US-Israel war on Iran and political instability in Somalia lead to pirates targeting cargo ships off Horn of Africa The scourge of Somali piracy targeting cargo ships and smaller dhows off the Horn of Africa has returned to levels not seen in a decade, driven by a convergence of factors including disruptions to the shipping industry caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran and a resurgence of pol
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Somalia’s Opposition Plans to Close Ranks Against Hassan Sheikh
Mogadishu (WDN) — Somalia’s fractured opposition is attempting something that has repeatedly eluded it: putting aside bitter personal and political rivalries to build a united front against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Members of the opposition Future Council have begun a series of meetings and telephone consultations aimed at resolving their internal disputes and creating a... The post Somali
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The Problem Is Deeper Still: Somalia’s Crisis of Political Character and Adverse Selection
A Rejoinder to “Much Worship, Little Morality” and “The Problem Is Not a Lack of Worship—It Is the Absence of Accountability” By Aweys O. Mohamoud, PhD The recent exchange between Dr Abdurahman Baadiyow and Dayib Sh. Ahmed raises one of the most consequential questions Somalis can ask themselves after more than three decades of state... The post The Problem Is Deeper Still: Somalia’s Crisis of Pol
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BREAKING NEWS: Southwest Reconciliation Efforts Gain Momentum as Laftagareen Signals Path Toward Political Settlement
Nairobi (WDN) — A potentially significant breakthrough has emerged from renewed efforts to resolve the political and security crisis in Somalia’s Southwest State, raising fresh hopes that a peaceful settlement could finally bring an end to the bloodshed and suffering in Baidoa. WardheerNews has learned that senior Somali lawmakers from Southwest State, led by former... The post BREAKING NEWS: Sout
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Somalia Calls on International Community for Support in Fight Against Piracy
MOGADISHU— Somalia’s Federal Government has warned that federal member states that fail to comply with the country’s national framework for maritime security will be held accountable, as Mogadishu moves to strengthen cooperation with international partners to counter piracy and illegal fishing along the country’s coastline. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,... The post Soma
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Said Deni used the Puntland presidency to build himself, not the state
For too long, that was the operating logic of his administration. Mogadishu shaped his political imagination, and Mogadishu remained the measure of his ambition. Puntland gave him the office, the security structure, the public budget, the political platform, and the parliamentary influence needed to pursue national power. Yet he often governed as if Garowe were merely a temporary headquarters for
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Said Abdullahi Deni did not come to Puntland’s presidency to make Puntland stronger. He came to make himself bigger
For too long, that was the operating logic of his administration. Mogadishu shaped his political imagination, and Mogadishu remained the measure of his ambition. Puntland gave him the office, the security structure, the public budget, the political platform, and the parliamentary influence needed to pursue national power. Yet he often governed as if Garowe were merely a temporary headquarters for
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Former South West Official Warns Against Foreign Interference
BAYDHABO, Somalia (Raxanreeb Online) Former spokesperson for Somalia’s South West State administration, Hassan Mohamed Abdi, has warned against foreign interference in the political and security affairs of South West Somalia, stressing that the region’s future should ultimately be determined by its people. Abdi said the Federal Government of Somalia is receiving support from foreign countries,...
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Somalia condemns resurgence of piracy, urges international support
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia on Sunday strongly condemned a resurgence of piracy off its coast and in the waters around Puntland, calling on the international community to strengthen cooperation and support Somali forces responsible for maritime security. In a statement, the federal government said commercial vessels had been targeted in a series of attacks […]
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Somali army commander visits Gedo to assess security operations
BARDERE, Somalia — The commander of Somalia’s land forces, Brigadier General Sahal Abdullahi Omar, has arrived in the southern town of Baardheere to assess the security situation and ongoing military operations in the Gedo region. The visit is aimed at reviewing operations by Somali government forces and accelerating efforts against Al-Shabaab and other armed […]
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