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May 10, 2024, 7:02 am
Somalia Issues Warning of Impending Flood Disruptions Across Multiple Regions
- [Radio Dalsan] Somalia's federal government issued a warning on Tuesday about potential disruptions expected within the next ten days across several regions.
Southwest State Forces Capture Militants - a Significant Victory in Fight Against Al-Shabaab
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a series of successful operations against the Al-Shabaab terrorist group, the Southwest state forces of Somalia have achieved notable victories, capturing 12 Al-Shabaab members and eliminating key figures within the organization.
Unprecedented Flooding Displaces Hundreds of Thousands Across East Africa
- [UN News] "Unprecedented and devastating" flooding in east Africa has triggered widespread displacement with hundreds of thousands forced from their homes in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, Ethiopia and Tanzania, UN humanitarians warned on Wednesday.
Amnesty International Accuses Somali Military of Civilian Killings in Drone Strikes
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Amnesty International has released a new report accusing the Somali military of killing 23 civilians, including 14 children and five women, during drone strikes conducted with support from Turkish drones on March 18, 2024.
Somalia Takes First Step Towards National ID System With Consultation Workshop
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs and Reconciliation, Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh, opened the National Identification and Registration Authority's (NIRA) consultation workshop today, marking a significant milestone in the country's journey towards establishing a comprehensive National ID system.
Somalia's Ministry of Planning Convenes Workshop for Effective Action Plan for IDPs in Kismayo Town
- [Radio Dalsan] The Poverty Reduction and Durable Solutions of Somalia's Ministry of Planning Investment and Economic Development , in coordination with Jubbaland's ministry of Planning kicked off a three-day training workshop in Kismayo.
Flood Warnings Issued By Sodma - Somali People Urged to Stay Vigilant During Spring Rains
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The Somali Disaster Management Agency's (SoDMA) National Multi-hazard Early Warning Center has issued flood warnings to the Somali people, emphasizing the need for vigilance as the upcoming spring rains could potentially have a significant impact on their lives and property.
Strengthening Ties - Somali PM Meets With Kenyan Deputy President in Nairobi
- [Shabelle] Nairobi -- In a historic diplomatic engagement, the Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, met with Kenya's Deputy President, H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, in Nairobi on May 7, 2024.
Kenya, Somalia Commits to Enhance Bilateral Relations in Trade Investment
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya and Somalia have committed to deepen their bilateral relations and economic ties in trade and investment with a view of boosting the economy of both nations.
Somalia and Kenya Forge New Era of Cooperation With Crucial Agreements
- [Radio Dalsan] Nairobi - Somalia and Kenya have taken a significant step forward in strengthening their bilateral relationship, signing crucial agreements covering various domains including foreign affairs, security, economy, trade, and social services, at the third session of the Somalia-Kenya Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) in Nairobi on Monday evening chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Amb. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, and his Kenyan counterpart, Prime Cabinet Secretary and
Death of 23 Civilians in Military Strikes With Turkish Drones May Amount to War Crimes - New Investigation
- [AI London] Fourteen children killed and 17 civilians injured in strikes in March Families of victims should receive reparations Indiscriminate attacks may amount to war crimes
AU Vows to Safeguard Security Gains in Somalia Ahead of Troop Exit
- [New Times] Mogadishu -- A high-level delegation from the African Union Commission has wrapped up their assessment visit to Somalia by vowing to preserve the hard-won stabilization gains achieved so far, ahead of the exit of the AU peacekeeping troops.
Turkish Food Aid to Injured Soldiers' Families in Mogadishu
- [Radio Dalsan] These soldiers were injured during a recent security operation and are currently undergoing treatment at the renowned Recep Tayyip Erdogan Training and Research Hospital.
Shabelle Media Network Celebrates 22 Years of Impactful Journalism in Somalia
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- On the 6th of May 2024, Shabelle Media Network marked its 22nd anniversary, celebrating over two decades of its commitment to delivering accurate news and insightful analysis to the Somali community and the world at large.
Four Suspected Pirates Arrested in Jubbaland State, Foiling Planned Attacks On Somali Waters
- [Radio Dalsan] In a security operation near the coastal town of Kismayo, Jubbaland State police forces successfully apprehended four individuals suspected of planning pirate attacks on ships in Somali waters.
Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre Arrives in Nairobi for Key Bilateral Meeting and for Kenya-Somalia Joint Commission's 3rd Session
- [Radio Dalsan] Somalia Federal Government Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has on Monday arrived in in Nairobi in Kenya's capital Mogadishu.
Somali President Meets With Outgoing UN Special Representative
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud recently met with the outgoing United Nations Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, in Dhusamareb, the administrative capital of Galmudug State.
Crisis in Beledweyne - Severe Floods Trigger Mass Displacement
- [Radio Dalsan] Beledweyne -- The central Somali town of Beledweyne continues to witness a harrowing exodus as residents flee their homes for the second consecutive day due to severe floods caused by heavy rains.
UN Special Representative Catriona Laing Bids Farewell to Southwest State of Somalia
- [Shabelle] Baidoa -- The UN Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, recently concluded her farewell visits to the Southwest State of Somalia, where she met with President Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed 'Laftagareen' in Baidoa.
Somali National Army and U.S. Special Forces Join Forces Against Al-Shabaab Militants
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a significant development in the ongoing fight against terrorism in Somalia, a special meeting was recently convened between Major General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhuddin, the Commander of the Somali National Army, and Colonel David Haskell, the Commander of the US Special Forces in Somalia.
Tanzania, Somalia to Heighten Ties On Health
- [Daily News] TANZANIA and the Republic of Somalia have agreed to strengthen their partnership on health matters. This was revealed over the weekend by Health Minister Ummy Mwalimu when the President of Somalia visited Tanzania on Saturday.
Somali Prime Minister Leads Meeting On Food Security and Nutrition
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a move towards addressing the pressing issue of food security and nutrition in Somalia, Hamza Abdi Barre, the Prime Minister of Somalia, recently presided over a high-level meeting with officials from relevant authorities.
Somali Government Condemns Killing of Hormuud Telecom Workers
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- In a shocking and tragic turn of events, six employees of Hormuud Telecom, Somalia's largest telecommunications company, lost their lives in a roadside blast on the outskirts of Mogadishu, the country's capital on Sunday afternoon.
Somali President Participates in the IDA21 Summit for African Heads of State in Nairobi
- [Shabelle] Nairobi, Kenya -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Nairobi on the evening of April 28, 2024, to participate in the International Development Association (IDA) 21 for the African Heads of State Summit, scheduled for April 29, 2024.
Somalia - Six Hormuud Telecom Staff Killed in Tragic Mogadishu Blast
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- On the afternoon of April 28, 2024, a devastating explosion rocked the outskirts of Mogadishu, Somalia, claiming the lives of six employees of Hormuud Telecom, the country's largest telecommunications company.
American Official Confirms to Shabelle TV That the US Stopped Food Rations to Danab Forces
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- The US has suspended the food rations provided to the Danab forces in Somalia due to the diversion of these rations and fuel intended for them, a senior US Embassy official confirmed to Shabelle TV.
Massive Visa Scandal Unraveled At Indian Embassy in Kenya - Somali Patients Exploited
- [Shabelle] Nairobi, Kenya -- In a shocking revelation, an intricate network of corruption involving Somali, Kenyan, and Indian nationals has been exposed within the Indian Embassy in Kenya. These groups are accused of exploiting vulnerable Somali patients seeking medical treatment in India by significantly inflating the cost of medical visas. Typically priced at $92, the visas are being illicitly sold for $1500, exploiting the desperation of families seeking urgent medical care.
Somali Defense Ministry Investigates Diversion of Rations for Elite Danab Forces
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- In a significant development, the Somali Defence Ministry has confirmed the diversion of rations intended for the elite US-trained Danab forces, a unit within the Somali National Army (SNA).
Somalia Reports Food Diversion Involving U.S.-Trained Soldiers
- [VOA] The Somali government has admitted that rations for the elite Somali soldiers trained by the United States have been diverted within a unit of its forces.
High-Level Meeting Between Somali and U.S. Defence Officials Takes Place in Nairobi
- [Shabelle] Nairobi -- In a significant development for regional security and cooperation, a high-level meeting was recently held in Nairobi between officials from the Federal Government of Somalia's Ministry of Defence and their counterparts from the United States.
