KDF troops deployed in Somalia finally return to Kenya
A contingent of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops, who had been deployed in Somalia under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), have returned to Kenya. In a statement on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, KDF said the troops arrived in the country over the weekend. The soldiers, who were stationed at Kuday Forward Operating […]
‘Scores dead’ after twin blasts in Mogadishu
Twin car bombings rocked Somalia’s education ministry in the capital Mogadishu on Saturday, causing “scores of casualties”, police said. A vehicle loaded with explosives was driven into the ministry compound and was followed by gunfire, police officer Ibrahim Mohamed said. “In a few minutes another blast occurred in the same area,” he said. “Many bodies” […]
Somalia appoints former Al-Shabab spokesman as religion minister
Somalia has appointed a former spokesman and deputy leader of the al-Shabab Islamist group as religious affairs minister, Prime Minister Hamya Abdi Barre said on Tuesday. The appointment comes months after Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was elected Somalia’s president by lawmakers in May. Recently, Mohamud signalled a willingness to negotiate with al-Shabab, saying that more than a military […]
Kenya to resume Miraa exports to Somalia after lifting of 2-year ban
Miraa crop export to Somalia will kick off in the next two weeks after an appeal to lift a two-year ban was successful. Making the announcement, Agriculture Cabinet secretary Peter Munya said the lifting of the ban is a great breakthrough in the growth of the economy of the country. Following a fruitful diplomatic dialogue […]
All-female newsroom launched in Somalia
The first all-women media house in Somali has been launched, creating a rare opportunity for female journalists in the country to research and publish stories they want to tell. Led by one of the few female senior news producers in the country, the team of six will produce content for TV, radio and online media on […]
Somalia commander who suspended Parliament stripped of his military rank
On 12 April, police chief, Gen Abdi Hijar, fired Sadaq John after he warned country’s parliament not to hold a session on delayed elections.
Former Somalia army general among ‘9 dead’ in Mogadishu hotel attack
Somalia President Mohamed Farmaajo said among those killed was former military leader, General Mohamed Nur Galal.