Mogadishu (Raxanreeb Online) — A day after talks between the Federal Government of Somalia and the Council for Somalia’s Future concluded without agreement, a series of separate, behind-the-scenes meetings have commenced in Mogadishu between government officials and opposition figures aimed at resolving the disputed issues. In a statement released by the U.S. Embassy in Somalia,...
MOGADISHU — The leadership of the Somali Future Council is scheduled to convene in Mogadishu on Monday, with officials also planning a separate closed-door session inside the Halane compound, as political tensions sharpen following the collapse of negotiations with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, sources said. The meeting follows Sunday’s talks between the Council and the...
Mogadishu, 22 February 2026 — The President of Puntland, Said Abdullahi Deni, has formally rejected the recent amendments to Somalia’s 2012 Provisional Constitution, escalating tensions between the federal government and key regional administrations. Speaking during a series of high-level meetings in Mogadishu on Saturday, President Deni stated that any constitutional amendments adopted without the full...
Laascaanood — Armed men described by local sources as militia-style forces reportedly under the command of an officer identified as Gawrac raided the offices of Raxanreeb Media in Laascaanood on the 18th of this month, in an incident that has drawn condemnation from journalists’ groups and renewed concerns over press freedom in the region. According...
A high-level political meeting is scheduled to reconvene today at Villa Somalia, the Presidential Palace in Mogadishu, bringing together senior leaders of the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and members of the Somali Future Council. The session, convened by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is expected to be attended by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre and...
Baidoa (Raxanreeb Online) – The President of Abdiaziz Hasan Mohamed Laftagareen, Abdicasiis Xasan Maxamed Laftagareen, paid a morale-boosting visit to units of the South West State Darawiish forces who are currently being prepared to strengthen security and safeguard governance across the region. During his visit, the President reiterated his administration’s firm commitment to supporting and...
Mogadishu (Raxanreeb Online) — High-level consultative meetings are underway in Mogadishu between leaders of the Federal Government of Somalia and members of the opposition, focusing on key national issues including elections, constitutional matters, security, and the continuation of structured dialogue between the two sides. The talks, which took place on Wednesday and Thursday, were temporarily...
The passport of the Federal Republic of Somalia has risen 15 positions in the most recently released global passport ranking, moving from 111th place in 2021 to 96th position today. Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre said the improvement reflects growing international confidence in Somalia’s progress, stability, governance and global standing. He noted that the enhanced...
Las Anod — Police authorities in Somalia’s Northeastern Administration have reportedly conducted a raid on the offices of Raxanreeb Media in Las Anod, following the publication of a report detailing complaints from local residents regarding employment practices in the area. The report, published earlier this week, cited grievances from members of the community who alleged...
Mogadishu — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has announced an amnesty for young members of Al-Shabaab, urging them to lay down their arms and reintegrate into society. Speaking at the onset of the Holy Month of Ramadan, President Mohamud appealed directly to Somali youth who have joined the group, stating that many were misled or...