Davos, Switzerland — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is attending the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, where he will deliver a speech highlighting Somalia’s progress, economic growth, and plans for sustainable development. His address will focus on the country’s efforts to strengthen infrastructure and foster international partnerships. President Mohamud will also be honored with...
Ethiopian forces have officially withdrawn from military bases in Dinsoor, a key district in Somalia’s Bay region, sparking fears of a potential resurgence of Al-Shabaab militants. The withdrawal, confirmed Tuesday, comes after nearly a decade of Ethiopian-led security operations in the area. Local residents and officials are concerned about the vacuum left in one of...
Intense clashes broke out yesterday between Somaliland forces and SSC-Khaatumo forces in the Guumeys area near Oog, in the Sool region. The confrontation, marked by the use of various types of weaponry, resulted in significant casualties on both sides. The exact number of injured or deceased remains unclear, as neither side has released detailed reports....
Security measures in Mogadishu have been significantly heightened, with intensified vehicle inspections at checkpoints managed by the Somali Police Force and National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA). These efforts aim to ensure public safety and prevent potential threats to the capital. The enhanced vigilance follows a directive from senior security officials after recent incidents where...
Beledweyne, Somalia (Raxanreeb Online) – Somali National Army (SNA) forces, in collaboration with local security units, successfully intercepted weapons and a vehicle allegedly en route to the Al-Shabaab militant group in a coordinated operation in the Hiiraan region. The operation, conducted on the outskirts of Beledweyne, is being hailed as a significant success in disrupting...
MOGADISHU, Somalia – The Somali government has summoned Kenya’s ambassador to Mogadishu following Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe’s unexpected departure to Kenya on Friday. The move has heightened tensions between the federal government and the semi-autonomous Jubaland state, exposing deeper divisions over governance and regional autonomy. Madobe’s trip comes despite federal travel restrictions imposed on Jubaland...
Ahmed Madobe, President of Jubbaland, departed Kismayo on Saturday morning for his first international trip since his controversial re-election in November. The election, rejected by Somalia’s Federal Government, has sparked significant tensions and raised questions about the legitimacy of his administration. This trip is a strategic effort by Madobe to address political and economic challenges...
NAIROBI, Kenya – The family of Abdullahi Issa Ibrahim, a Kenyan soldier held captive by Al-Shabaab for nearly a decade, has urged the government to secure his release. Ibrahim was captured during the El Adde attack in 2016 and was presumed dead. Hope resurfaced when a video showed Ibrahim alive, contradicting a death certificate issued...
Mogadishu, Somalia – Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed delivered an impassioned speech to hundreds of young supporters who recently joined his political party. Addressing key issues of national security and the Federal Government’s disarmament efforts, Sheikh Sharif emphasized the urgent need for unity, inclusivity, and the protection of political freedoms in Somalia. Sheikh...
MOGADISHU, Somalia – Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has voiced skepticism about the federal government’s proposal to implement a one-person, one-vote election system. Speaking at a press conference in Mogadishu on Tuesday, Sheikh Sharif described the initiative as unrealistic, citing significant hurdles such as security challenges, logistical constraints, and deep political divisions within...