Somalia

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:14:31 GMT
Kenya Eases Visa Requirements for African Nationals, Excludes Somalia and Libya
[Shabelle] Nairobi, Kenya -- Kenya has relaxed its visa requirements for African nationals, except those from Somalia and Libya, to boost regional integration and tourism, officials announced Wednesday.

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:56:55 GMT
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Arrives in Cairo for Official Visit to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
[Radio Dalsan] The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, along with a high-level delegation, has arrived in Cairo for an official visit to Egypt, following an invitation extended by the President of the Arab Republi...

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:12:16 GMT
Somalia Launches 2025 Humanitarian Response Plan As Crisis Escalates
[Radio Dalsan] The Commisioner of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mr. Mahmoud Maalin Abdulle, and the Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Mr. George Conway, co-chaired the launch of the 2025 Humanitarian Response...

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:45:55 GMT
Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Emergency Relief Center At De Martino Hospital
[Radio Dalsan] The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, Mr. Hamza Abdi Barre, today officially inaugurated the newly constructed emergency relief center at De Martino Hospital in Mogadishu.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 10:08:09 GMT
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Receives Africa Presidential Leadership Award for Excellence in State-Building, Debt Relief, and Counterterrorism'
[Radio Dalsan] Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has been awarded the esteemed Africa Presidential Leadership Award, recognizing his exceptional leadership in state-building, securing debt relief, and advancing counterterrorism initiatives.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 10:07:41 GMT
Somalia and Finland Strengthen Security Cooperation During Official Visit
[Radio Dalsan] In a significant step towards deepening bilateral relations, the Minister of Internal Security of the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), General Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail (Fartaag), hosted a delegation led by the Minister of Internal A...

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:06:47 GMT
Kenya Offers All African Countries eTA Exemptions, Except Somalia, Libya
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya has granted Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) exeptions to all African countries except Somalia and Libya.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:26:54 GMT
Trump Halts U.S. Foreign Aid to Countries Including Somalia
[Shabelle] Washington, D.C. -- President Donald Trump has signed a temporary executive order halting all U.S. foreign aid programs for 90 days, pending a review to assess whether these programs align with his administration's policy objectives.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:04:48 GMT
Over 20 Killed in Clash Between Security Forces, Islamic State Fighters in Somalia
[VOA] Washington -- Over 20 people were killed and more than 10 others wounded during two days of fighting between Islamic State fighters and security forces from Somalia's Puntland region, officials said Tuesday.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:26:54 GMT
President Hassan Sheikh Wins Leadership Award in Davos for Somalia's Progress
[Shabelle] Davos, Switzerland -- His Excellency President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has been awarded the African Presidential Leadership Award by Africa House during a ceremony held in Davos, Switzerland today.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:41:02 GMT
Kenya Waives Visa Requirements for Africans, Except Somalia and Libya
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenyan government has announced the removal of eTA and visa requirements for all African nationals, excluding those from Somalia and Libya, citing security concerns.

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:29:31 GMT
Ethiopian Troops Withdraw From Dinsoor, Raising Concerns Over Al-Shabaab's Return
[Shabelle] Dinsoor, Somalia -- Ethiopian forces have withdrawn from several military bases in the Dinsoor district of the Bay region, raising concerns among local residents about the potential return of Al-Shabaab militants, officials confirmed Tuesd...

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:25:30 GMT
Finish Interior Minister Visits Somalia to Deepen Ties
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre hosted Finland's Interior Minister Mari Rantanen in Mogadishu on Tuesday, aiming to fortify the bilateral relationship between the two nations with a special focus on security co...

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:09:38 GMT
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Attends World Economic Forum in Davos
[Radio Dalsan] The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is currently in Davos, Switzerland, participating in the World Economic Forum.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:09:37 GMT
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Attends World Economic Forum in Davos
[Shabelle] Davos, Switzerland -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is currently in Davos, Switzerland, attending the World Economic Forum (WEF), where he will deliver a key speech focusing on Somalia's progress, economic growth, and the governme...

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:42:55 GMT
African Union Special Envoy Meets Somalia's Education Minister to Discuss Role of Education in Peace and Stability
[Radio Dalsan] The Special Envoy of the African Union (AU), Mr. Souef Mo Elamine, held a productive meeting with Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir, the Minister of Education, Culture, and Higher Education of Somalia, to discuss the pivotal role that education ...

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 12:09:50 GMT
Somali Interior Minister Defends President's Election Plan Amid Growing Opposition
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's Interior Minister, Ali Hoosh, has defended President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's proposed plan for holding a one-person, one-vote election, despite growing opposition from regional states and political figures.

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 12:09:49 GMT
Two Dead, Several Injured in Car Crash Near Hargeisa
[Shabelle] Hargeisa, Somalia -- A tragic car accident on the outskirts of Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland, claimed at least two lives and left several others injured, local authorities and eyewitnesses reported on Tuesday.

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:05:40 GMT
Somali Defence Minister Meets With AUC Director to Discuss Strategic Priorities and Peacekeeping Mandate
[Radio Dalsan] The Somali Defence Minister, Abdullahi Mohamed Nur, held a key meeting on Monday with the Director of the Conflict Management Directorate at the African Union Commission (AUC), Sarjoh Bah, to discuss critical strategies and shared prio...

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:05:39 GMT
Somali Government Officials Meet With IOM Chief of Mission to Discuss Migration Cooperation
[Radio Dalsan] The Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Reconciliation of Somalia, Ali Yusuf Hoosh, and Deputy Minister Abdihakim Ashkir, welcomed a courtesy visit by Manuel Marques Pereira, the Chief of Mission for the International Organizati...

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:05:38 GMT
President of Somaliland Visits the Somaliland Correctional Services Headquarters
[Radio Dalsan] The President of Somaliland, Mr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Ciro), today made a working visit to the headquarters of the Somaliland Correctional Services.

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:19:58 GMT
Somali Banks At Risk of Collapse After Misusing Customer Deposits for Buying Public Land in Mogadishu
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Thousands of Somalis are at risk of losing their savings as several banks in the country face potential collapse due to mismanagement of customer deposits, according to information obtained by Shabelle Media Network.

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:19:58 GMT
Former President Farmaajo Warns of Political Crisis in Somalia
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a press statement, former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo expressed deep concerns about the current political situation in Somalia, warning that the country is at a critical juncture, surrounded by numerous risk...

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:21:05 GMT
Police, Nisa Step Up Security With Rigorous Vehicle Checks, Arrests Robbers
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The Security forces in Mogadishu, the Somali capital have ramped up vehicle inspections at checkpoints throughout the city, according to security officials who spoke to Shabelle Media Network.

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:20:49 GMT
Somali Government Accused of Election Manipulation Through Disarmament Policy
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The Somali government is facing allegations of orchestrating election manipulation ahead of the country's first one-person, one-vote election for national leadership, officials and opposition figures have claimed.

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 07:22:35 GMT
Somalia Denies Summoning Ambassador to Kenya Amid Diplomatic Tensions
[Shabelle] Nairobi, Kenya -- Somalia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed as "fabricated" claims circulating on social media that Somali Ambassador to Kenya Jibril Abdulle had been recalled to Mogadishu for consultations.

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 07:13:18 GMT
Somali President Conducts Working Visit to Ministry of Defense
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud conducted a working visit to the Ministry of Defense headquarters on Sunday, emphasizing his administration's commitment to enhancing national security and combating Al-Shabaab.

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 07:13:16 GMT
Somalia Protests Kenyan Aircraft's Clandestine Entry Into Kismayo
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia summoned Kenya's ambassador on Saturday over allegations that a Kenyan aircraft violated Somali airspace to transport Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe to Nairobi.

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 07:13:16 GMT
Somali Opposition MP Welcomes Ahmed Madobe's Trip to Kenya
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The Somali government summoned Kenya's ambassador to Mogadishu on Saturday, seeking clarification after Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe's departure to Kenya the previous day, a move that has reignited tensions between...

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 07:07:02 GMT
Somali Citizen Killed in South Sudan Violence, Says Embassy
[Shabelle] Juba -- Abdirahman Abdishiraye Mohamed has been tragically killed in the ongoing unrest in South Sudan, according to a statement from the Somali Embassy in Juba.

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