Somalia

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 09:57:10 GMT
Somali Diaspora Conference Concludes With Calls for Greater Global Involvement
[Radio Dalsan] The Somali Diaspora Conference concluded on Wednesday evening in Doha with a powerful call to action for Somalis worldwide to enhance their involvement in the country's development.

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:16:13 GMT
Somali National Army Strikes Blow Against Al-Shabaab in Bakool Operation
[Shabelle] Hudur -- In a decisive operation against Al-Shabaab, the Somali National Army (SNA) has successfully targeted and eliminated key figures within the group in Abagbeday, approximately 20km from Hudur.

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:19:14 GMT
Massive Blow to Al-Shabaab - 135 Militants Killed, Numerous Captured Alive in Jubaland
[Radio Dalsan] Three synchronized Al-Shabaab attacks early this morning in key towns of Jubaland State, Somalia, resulted in significant losses for the terrorists, according to a government statement. The attacks led to the deaths of 135 fighters, wi...

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:19:41 GMT
Somali President Lauds Army's Triumphs in Recent Confrontations With Al-Shabaab
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a statement, the President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, commended the Somali Army and the Jubbaland Dervishes for their successful defense against Al-Shabaab during early morning clashes at two bases in Lower...

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 14:33:39 GMT
Residents of Garoowe, Godob Jiiraan, and Dangoroyo Vote Amidst Political Turbulence in Puntland
[Radio Dalsan] Residents of Garoowe, Godob Jiiraan, and Dangoroyo in Puntland's Nugaal region are heading to the polls today amidst heightened political tensions to elect their local council members.

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 08:48:25 GMT
Puntland - Voters in Three Districts Cast Ballots to Elect Council Members
[Radio Dalsan] Elections are being conducted in three districts of Puntland state of Somalia with voters participating in an orderly manner. However, the elections in these three districts within the Nugaal region --Dangoronyo, Godob-jiran, and the a...

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:54:05 GMT
More Than 100 Al-Shabaab Fighters Killed in Jubbaland, Somalia
[Radio Dalsan] Reports are emerging from the Lower Juba region near the Kenya border, where over 100 Al-Shabaab fighters were killed in clashes early Monday.

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:53:47 GMT
Outrage Over Somali Journalist's Arrest Sparks Concerns for Press Freedom
[Radio Dalsan] The Banadir Regional Police of Somalia have detained journalist Ali-Nur Salad Hassan on charges of what police described misconduct, disseminating false information, and insulting the military, according to a statement from the Divisio...

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:23:41 GMT
Somali National Army Liberates Key Village, Neutralizes Al-Shabaab Militants
[Shabelle] Burhakaba, Somalia -- In a significant victory against Al-Shabaab, the Somali National Army (SNA) successfully conducted an operation in Jameeco village, located in the vicinity of Bur-hakaba district within the Baay region under the South...

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 08:19:36 GMT
ATMIS Launches Probe Into Civilian Killings in Somalia
[Radio Dalsan] The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has launched an investigation into a tragic incident in Buulo Mareer, Lower Shabelle, that resulted in the deaths of two civilians and the injury of another, sparking outrage and ...

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 17:25:33 GMT
Nusoj Denounces Secrecy and Serious Flaws in Somalia's Official Information Bill, Threatens Democratic Transition
[Shabelle] 19 July 2024: The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) firmly opposes the Federal Government of Somalia's approach to the Official Information Bill (OIB), as it is clearly detrimental to the fundamental principles of democracy, acc...

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:01:43 GMT
Foreign Al-Shabaab Fighter With Tattoos Captured in Somalia
[Radio Dalsan] Government forces, with the support of residents, have captured an Ethiopian member of the Al-Shabaab group during an operation in the Beerayabaal area.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:28:45 GMT
Somaliland Calls On UN to 'Urgently Re-Evaluate' Decision to Lift Somalia Arms Embargo
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The government of Somaliland has called on the United Nations (UN) and the international community "to urgently re-evaluate their decision to lift the arms embargo" on Somalia.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:25:55 GMT
Deadly Landmine Explosion Shakes Beledweyne City, Central Somalia
[Shabelle] Beledweyne, Somalia -- In a tragic incident that shook the city of Beledweyne, located in the Hiiraan region of Somalia, a government soldier and a civilian lost their lives in a landmine explosion at a local restaurant.

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:44:46 GMT
Somali Senators Demand Return of Illicit Weapons Amid Heightened Security Concerns
[Radio Dalsan] Mogadishu, Somalia - In the aftermath of a disturbing weapons incident in the Abudwaaq district of the Galgaduud region, several Somali Senators have forcefully called for the immediate return of the seized firearms to the federal gove...

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:29:22 GMT
Somali Parliament Advances Investment Bill in Fourth Meeting of Fifth Session
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The Federal Parliament of Somalia held its fourth meeting in the fifth session today, focusing on the second reading of the Investment Bill. The bill, prepared by the Trade and Industry Committee, aims to boost the co...

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 16:25:28 GMT
Somali MP Malik Abdalla Criticizes Government, Calls for PM's Resignation
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somali parliament member Malik Abdalla has publicly criticized the government led by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, accusing it of failing to fulfill its duties and causing hardships for the Somali people.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:25:39 GMT
Somali Government Reveals Details On Hamar Central Prison Attack
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a shocking revelation, Somalia's Minister of Justice, Hassan Moallim, has shed new light on the recent attack at Hamar Central Prison.

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:44:30 GMT
Somali Army Commander Rallies Troops On Frontlines, Vowing to Defeat Persistent Al-Shabaab Threat
[Radio Dalsan] The Somali National Army's Land Forces Commander, Brigadier General Dayah Abdulle, embarked on a crucial visit to the frontlines in the Galgaduud region on Wednesday.

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:44:10 GMT
12 Killed As Somali Troops, Local Militias Clash
[VOA] Twelve people were killed Monday in central Somalia as government soldiers and local militias fought over two truckloads of weapons illegally brought over the border from Ethiopia.

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:11:02 GMT
Scandal Exposed - Political Cronies Set to Replace Qualified Workers in Somalia's World Bank-Backed Projects to Divert Funds
[Shabelle] The Shabelle Media Network (SMN) has uncovered alarming allegations of political interference in World Bank-funded projects in Somalia where workers are reportedly being pressured to step aside in favour of politically selected individuals...

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:10:40 GMT
Somali Forces Kill 50 Al-Shabaab Members in Galgaduud Region
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a decisive operation carried out by the Somali National Army in collaboration with local forces, a significant blow was dealt to the terrorist group Al-Shabaab.

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:12:37 GMT
Clan Militia Seizes Weapons in Trucks Near Abudwak, Central Somalia
[Shabelle] Abudwak, Somalia -- In a dramatic turn of events, a local clan militia intercepted and seized a government weapons truck in Abudwak, central Somalia. The incident occurred on the evening of July 15, 2024, as the truck was making its way th...

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:11:50 GMT
Sodma Commissioner Visits Victims of Top Coffee Attack, Pledges Support
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a compassionate gesture, Mohamud Moalim, the Commissioner of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), visited victims of a recent terrorist attack at Top Coffee Restaurant in Mogadishu.

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 17:07:40 GMT
Banadir Officials Swiftly Respond to Deadly Suicide Attack Claimed By Al-Shabaab
[Radio Dalsan] In the wake of a suicide bombing that struck a popular restaurant in Mogadishu's Boondeere district, the administration of Banadir region has quickly mobilized to clean up the site and restore normalcy to the area.

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:52:11 GMT
Somali Central Prison Chief Suspended After Jailbreak Attempt
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Brigadier General Dahir Abdulle Rageh, the chief of Somalia's central prison, has been suspended from his position. The suspension comes in the wake of a daring jailbreak attempt by militant inmates on July 13.

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 05:28:13 GMT
Somali Disaster Management Agency Discusses Long-Term Cooperation With WFP
[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a significant development for disaster management and humanitarian aid in Somalia, the Commissioner of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mahamuud Moallim Abdulle, along with other SoDMA leaders, recent...

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 16:55:36 GMT
Somali Government Unveils Financial Governance Report 2013-2023
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- The Federal Ministry of Finance, under the leadership of H.E. Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, launched the Financial Governance Report of Somalia today.

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 04:17:58 GMT
Mogadishu Shop Hit By Deadly Car Bomb
[VOA] A deadly car bomb targeted a tea and coffee shop in central Mogadishu as patrons watched the Euro 2024 final soccer game between England and Spain.

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 05:50:53 GMT
Bomber Hits Mogadishu Cafe During Euro 2024 Final
[DW] A suicide bomber has struck a cafe in central Mogadishu, as footaball fans were watching the Euro 2024 finals. A police spokesman said at least five people were killed with another 20 injured.

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