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Ethiopia and Turkey, which have had cordial ties since the early 20th century, have drawn even closer in recent years as both battle criticism from the west over domestic policies. But new developments are putting the relationship…

Somalia’s semi-autonomous region of Puntland is criticizing changes made by the federal parliament to the country’s provisional constitution and announced it is withdrawing recognition for federal government institutions. In a statement…

News reports said that residential buildings in the northern city of Kharkiv had been hit, killing one and injuring 16, quoting the city’s mayor. Four children were wounded, with images posted to social media showing extensive damage and…

According to the UN health agency (WHO), almost 18 million people need medical assistance and half of that number are children.Nearly one in two under-fives also suffer from moderate to severe stunting, said WHO, pointing out that this…

washington —  At least 54 people have lost their lives to cholera in Somalia in recent months. Nine of those deaths occurred within the past week, marking the highest weekly death toll this year, humanitarian group Save the Children…

The 35 men are to be prosecuted for the hijacking of cargo vessel MV Ruen in December when they took the crew hostage.India has brought 35 captured Somali pirates to Mumbai to stand trial, days after its navy recaptured a hijacked bulk…

Navy captures MV Ruen off the Indian coast, ending the three-month hijacking of the Maltese-flagged bulk carrier.Indian naval forces including special commandos have seized a cargo vessel that had been hijacked by Somali pirates and…

1. IntroductionMeasles is a highly contagious airborne disease that can lead to severe complications and death. In 2023 more than 240,000 suspected measles cases were reported globally by World Health Organization (WHO) member states,…

This Climate Risk Profile provides an overview of climate risks to food security and resilience in Somalia, including an overview of current and projected climate change impacts to agriculture, livestock, fisheries, water resources, and…

About 20 armed people boarded a cargo ship off the coast of Somalia and have taken control of it, a maritime security firm said on Tuesday. The vessel is the latest to be targeted following a resurgence of attacks by Somali pirates in…

MV Abdullah was sailing from Mozambique’s capital Maputo to the United Arab Emirates when it was attacked.Pirates have seized a Bangladesh-flagged bulk carrier off the coast of Somalia and taken its 23-member crew hostage, the ship’s…

Somalia and Turkey have announced the signing of a deal to explore for oil and gas that further strengthens cooperation between the two countries, according to officials from both countries. Under the agreement signed Thursday in…

On a mission to the Horn of Africa nation, Executive Director Waly underscored on Friday that “Somalia faces daunting challenges that range from terrorism to resurgent piracy, poverty and the consequences of climate change.”A complicated…

Somalia and Turkey recently announced that they would expand the terms of a defence agreement first signed on 8 February 2024 to include the maritime sector. This came as tensions rose between Somalia and landlocked Ethiopia.…

Extension and Re-Designation Allows Additional Eligible Somalis to Apply for TPS and Employment Authorization Documents WASHINGTON—Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas announced an 18-month extension and…

Redesignation Allows Additional Eligible Somalis To Apply for TPS and Employment Authorization Documents  WASHINGTON—The Department of Homeland Security today published a Federal Register notice (FRN) extending and redesignating Somalia…

Catriona Laing, who also heads the UN Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), briefed ambassadors on developments across eight areas, including politics, security, women’s political participation, and humanitarian affairs.She expressed…

According to the WASH Cluster in Somalia, 730 water points have been inundated and 8.5K latrines have been damaged.Acted, in partnership with IMPACT Initiatives, Social-Life and Agricultural Development Organization (SADO), Gargaar…

By JULIUS BARIGABA Rotation of the African Union force in Somalia was delayed by at least one month due to floods, as troops remained marooned in military bases that they were meant to leave more than four weeks ago after El…

Washington, DC – A new Republican firestorm has ignited around United States Congress member Ilhan Omar — this time over alleged statements she made during a speech to Somali Americans. The only problem, according to two independent…

Somalia was hit by multiple shocks last year, including devastating drought, unprecedented heavy rains and flooding, and further mass displacement. Millions of people also continue to suffer from hunger and malnutrition, the UN said. The…

Attachments Key Highlights • In the surveyed sites, the majority identified shelter as a priority need for flood-affected men, women, and children. In addition, healthcare services were reported for children, women and men. •…

Attachments Key Highlights • In the surveyed sites, the majority identified shelter as a priority need for flood-affected men, women, and children. In addition, healthcare services were reported for…

Redesignation Allows Additional Somali Nationals to be Eligible for TPS and Employment Authorization Documents WASHINGTON – Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status…

Confirming the order from the de facto authorities, who control the capital Sana’a along with many other areas of the war-torn country, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric told reporters that the demand ran counter to the legal conditions…

Redesignation Allows Additional Eligible Somali Nationals to Apply for TPS and Employment Authorization Documents WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security today published a Federal Register notice extending and redesignating…

The helicopter was captured after it was forced to make an emergency landing in an area controlled by the armed group, according to international media reports.“I can confirm that there was an incident involving a UN-contracted…

Ethiopia and the self-declared republic of Somaliland have signed a “historic” initial agreement that will allow landlocked Ethiopia to have access to the Red Sea, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s office announced Monday. The announcement…

In Beledweyne, flood waters from the Shabelle river inundated the town, forcing families to move to higher ground. In Jubaland, another area in the southern part of the country, close to 100,000 people have fled in search of safety after…

<!--Try it--> <!-- --> LARGE PARTS OF SOMALIA ON THE BRINK OF FAMINE, NEW REPORT WARNS Action Against Hunger Calls for Urgent Funding to Save Lives as 7.1 Million People…

<!--Try it--> <!-- --> NEW REPORT: 1.8 MILLION CHILDREN IN SOMALIA FACING ACUTE MALNUTRITION, WORSE EXPECTED BEFORE YEAR-END More than half of Somalia's children need urgent…

Action Against Hunger is raising the alarm about rising hunger rates as a new Climate Hazards Center forecast predicts a sixth consecutive failed rainy season in the Horn of Africa. Below-normal rains between March and May could further…

For a long time, erratic weather patterns have plagued the productivity of Somali farmers. Today, however, farmers in the Horn of Africa state are using several different means to cushion themselves from the elements. As CCTV's Mohammed…

Somalia vows to forge ahead with its maritime border dispute with Kenya and warns companies illegally exploring for oil within its territory of harsh response from the federal government Kenya begins construction of what has been billed as…