Somalia
Inside Story. Burundi’s Removal from the New AU Mission in Somalia
Burundi, a long-time contributor of troops to African Union (AU) peacekeeping missions in Somalia, will not be part of the next AU mission. This decision has come as a disappointment…
Ethiopia PM in Somalia for talks after reconciliation
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, on Thursday to hold discussions with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Somalia's presidency said, following a thaw in icy relations. The…
Trump’s Policies Create Uncertainty for ‘Friends of Somalia’
The “Friends of Somalia,” a coalition of five nations, has not met since October 2024, and a planned gathering in Mogadishu remains unscheduled. The delay has raised concerns about the…
Ethiopia PM Abiy To Visit Somalia On Thursday
Ethiopian PM to Visit Mogadishu for Talks with Somali President
Somalia and Ukraine: The Battle for Minerals and Geopolitical Struggles
For decades, Somalia and Ukraine have faced instability, war, and foreign interference. While the causes of their turmoil vary, one significant factor is often overlooked: their rich mineral resources. Both…
Ethiopia Outmaneuvers Somalia in AUSOM Dispute
While Somalia successfully limited Ethiopia’s official role in the new AU mission, Ethiopia’s continued deployment in Bay and Bakool
Somali National Army Train with U.S. Forces in Justified Accord 2025
On the front lines of Somalia’s battle against al-Shabaab, Somali soldiers remain committed to securing their country’s future — and they are not alone. Somali Sgt. Mubaarak Abdi Mohamed and…
Somalia and Ethiopia Conclude First Phase of Ankara Negotiations
The negotiations, held in the Turkish capital, Ankara, focused primarily on setting a framework and technical guidelines for the upcoming discussions. The primary objective was to establish a clear roadmap…
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Salaam Bank, Enabling Somalia’s Contactless Payment Solution
In recent years, Somalia has emerged as a leading player in the financial technology (FinTech) sector in East Africa, driven…
Somali President Shocks AU During Chairperson Election
The African Union (AU) held its chairperson election on Saturday, February 15, 2025. Many leaders attended the important event. The…
