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August 3, 2026, 8:08 pm
Somali Army Chief, Turksom Commander Visit Baidoa for Security Talks
- [Shabelle] Baidoa -- Somalia's army chief and the commander of Turkey's military training mission visited the southwestern city of Baidoa on Monday for talks with South West State leader Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur (Madoobe) on strengthening security and expanding operations against Al-Shabaab.
Somali Human Rights Commission Visits Detained Migrants in Eastern Libya
- [Shabelle] Benghazi -- A delegation from Somalia's Independent Human Rights Commission visited a prison in eastern Libya on Monday, where dozens of Somali nationals are being held, as part of efforts to assess their conditions and strengthen cooperation with Libyan authorities.
Somalia, China Hold Talks On Defence Cooperation, AU Mission's Future
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's Defence Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi and Chinese Ambassador Wang Yu held talks in Mogadishu on Sunday focusing on defence cooperation, the campaign against Al-Shabaab and the future of the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
Somaliland Condemns Somali PM's Visit to Las Anod, Warns of Rising Tensions
- [Shabelle] Hargeisa -- Somaliland on Sunday condemned a visit by Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre to the town of Las Anod, warning that the trip could inflame political and security tensions in the disputed region.
Al-Shabaab Claims Capture of Strategic Village in Central Somalia
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Al-Shabaab claimed on Monday that it had seized the strategic village of Teedaan in central Somalia's Hiiraan region after two days of fighting with government troops and allied clan militias.
Puntland, U.S. Sign Security Deal to Expand American Base in Bosaso
- [Shabelle] Bosaso, Somalia -- Somalia's Puntland state and the United States have signed a new security cooperation agreement allowing Washington to expand its military facility in the port city of Bosaso, Puntland's presidency said on Sunday.
Tigray Accuses Ethiopia of Launching Fresh Offensive, Raising Fears of Renewed War
- [Shabelle] Addis Ababa -- Tigray's interim administration has accused Ethiopia's federal government of launching a new military offensive in western Tigray, warning that the operation could unravel the 2022 Pretoria peace agreement and reignite one of Africa's deadliest recent conflicts.
Somaliland Leader Meets U.S. Special Operations Commander to Discuss Security Cooperation
- [Shabelle] Hargeisa -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, known as Cirro, met the commander of U.S. Special Operations Command Africa (SOCAFRICA), Major General Claude K. Tudor Jr., in Hargeisa on Saturday for talks focused on security cooperation and strategic interests in the Horn of Africa, the presidency said.
Somalia's President Arrives in Uganda Ahead of Aussom Summit, Holds Talks With Museveni
- [Shabelle] Kampala -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Uganda's capital Kampala on Friday, where he held bilateral talks with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni ahead of a summit expected to shape the future of the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
Aussom Troop-Contributing Nations Seek UN Extension for Somalia Mission At Kampala Summit
- [Shabelle] Kampala -- Defence ministers from countries contributing troops to the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) agreed on Thursday to seek a United Nations extension of the mission by up to two years, as concerns mount over the future of international security support for Somalia.
Somalia, African Union Discuss Security, Aussom At Addis Ababa Meeting
- [Shabelle] Addis Ababa -- Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisaalam Abdi Ali, held bilateral talks with African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf on the sidelines of the 49th Ordinary Session of the African Union Executive Council in Addis Ababa, the Somali government said.
Ex-Somali President Says U.S. Delegation's Snub of Mogadishu Shows Government Has Lost Legitimacy
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed said a high-level U.S. delegation's decision to conclude its visit to Somalia without traveling to Mogadishu was unprecedented and reflected what he described as the federal government's loss of legitimacy.
Former Somali Foreign Minister Says Nabad & Nolol Rejects Calls to Restore Transitional Government
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's former foreign minister Mohamed Abdirizak has rejected opposition calls to return the country to a transitional political system, saying the proposal lacks careful consideration.
Galmudug Opens Long-Awaited Regional Elections Amid Tight Security
- [Radio Dalsan] Voters across Galmudug state turned out in large numbers on Thursday as polls opened at 7:00 a.m. in all 11 designated districts for state assembly and House of Representatives elections, marking a pivotal step in the federal member state's democratic transition after weeks of delay.
Rethinking the AU's Somalia Peace Mission After US Funding Cuts
- [ISS] Ending the military-heavy AUSSOM gives the AU space to develop a political mission focused on long-term stabilisation.
Aussom Troop-Contributing Countries' Military Chiefs Meet in Uganda to Discuss Somalia Mission
- [Shabelle] Kampala -- Military chiefs from countries contributing troops to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) convened in Uganda's capital, Kampala, on Wednesday to discuss the future of the mission and regional security cooperation.
AU, U.S. Envoy Discuss Aussom's Future Amid Funding Uncertainty
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- The head of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) met the acting U.S. ambassador to Somalia in Mogadishu to discuss the mission's future as it faces growing financial uncertainty, the AU mission said.
AU Asks Somalia to Nominate Delegates for Talks On Aussom's Future
- [Shabelle] Addis Ababa -- The African Union has asked Somalia to urgently nominate representatives for a series of consultations on the future of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), as the mission faces mounting financial challenges that have raised concerns over its long-term sustainability.
Sodma Rallies Health Sector Ahead of Super El Niño
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's disaster agency [SoDMA] convened government health officials, private hospitals and medical organizations Thursday to strengthen flood preparedness amid forecasts of potential Super El Niño rains.
A New Dawn for Somali Youth - Celebrating the Passage of the Africa Youth Charter
- [Shabelle] In a defining moment for Somalia's future, the Somali Cabinet has officially ratified the African Youth Charter. This bold step signals hope, progress, and a renewed commitment to empowering the nation's vibrant and resilient young demographic.
Kulmiye Party Urges UK to Renew Somaliland Recognition in Congratulatory Letter to New Prime Minister
- [Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa (Horndiplomat) -- Somaliland's opposition Kulmiye Party has congratulated Britain's newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham while urging the United Kingdom to renew its historic recognition of Somaliland's independence, citing Britain's role as the first country to recognize Somaliland on June 26, 1960.
Ethiopian Police Arrest 17 Suspects Over Human Smuggling
- [Radio Dalsan] Ethiopian federal police arrested 17 suspects accused of operating a human trafficking network linked to the deaths of more than 60 migrants and the sexual assault of multiple women, authorities announced.
Somalia, World Bank Reaffirm Economic Reform Partnership
- [Radio Dalsan] Somalia and the World Bank have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation on economic reforms, institutional development and regional integration during high-level talks in Mogadishu on July 22, as the country pushes ahead with efforts to accelerate growth and strengthen public institutions.
Somalia Cabinet Approves Landmark Culture and Arts Bill to Protect National Heritage
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's Council of Ministers has approved a landmark Culture and Arts Bill aimed at creating a legal framework to protect, develop and promote the country's rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions.
Somalia, Maldives Pledge Stronger Diplomatic Cooperation
- [Shabelle] New Delhi -- Somalia's Ambassador to India, Dr. Abdullahi Mohamed Odowa, who also serves as the country's non-resident ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, on Wednesday presented his letters of credence to Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu.
Electoral Commission Sets July 25 Deadline for Galmudug Elections
- [Radio Dalsan] The National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) has called on political parties to complete their registration for upcoming local council elections in the central state of Galmudug by July 25, with candidate nominations closing on July 30, as part of Somalia's broader push to expand direct democratic representation.
Seven Somalis Intercepted in Zambia
- [Radio Dalsan] Zambian authorities have intercepted seven Somali nationals who were concealed beneath bags of rice in a vehicle bound for Zimbabwe, in the latest crackdown on irregular migration along a key southern African smuggling corridor.
Rubik's Cube - the Tiny Puzzle That Shaped Millions of Minds
- [Radio Dalsan] There are countless games that have gained worldwide fame, but few can simultaneously serve as entertainment, competition, and mental training. One of them is the Rubik's Cube - the six-sided puzzle that has captivated children, teenagers, and adults for over forty years. The first time someone holds a Rubik's Cube, it can appear to be an unsolvable enigma, with colors scattered in disarray and each side seeming far from being aligned. However, those who learn the correct methods discover that this cube
Turkey Renews Somalia Military Deployment for Two More Years
- [Radio Dalsan] Turkey's parliament has approved a two-year extension of its military mission in Somalia, a move set to take effect on July 27 that reaffirms Ankara's continued backing of Somali security institutions. The decision allows Turkish forces to keep providing training, advisory support and technical assistance to Somalia's National Army.
