Soldiers in Uganda's Battle Group 9+ contingent are returning home after completing a 13-month tour of duty under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) Sunday (May 19th), AMISOM announced in a press...

A report by Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) East africa has ranked Kenya as having the highest number of displaced persons in the East African region.

The EU will provide some €37 million to strengthen the fight against piracy in several Eastern and Southern African countries through support for the Programme to promote Regional Maritime Security (MASE).

The recent border standoff between the Asian giants began on April 15, when 50 Chinese troops were discovered within the Ladakh region of Kashmir, which India claims as its territory. That prompted India...

The terror suspect shot dead by police on Sunday had trained in Somalia before coming back to the country.

Mogadishu – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, today welcomed the deployment of the European Union Training Mission (EUTM) to Somalia, calling it a “paradigm...

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today gave the green light to the implementation of the New Deal process for Somalia on behalf of the Federal Government.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon and Interior Minister H. E. Cabdikarin Hussein Gulled today welcome the new Somali Police Chief Commissioner transfer to Brigadier General Abdihakim Dahir...

(May 7th 2013, London, UK) The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia H.E. Hassan Sh. Mohamud today asked the world community for its “total and unflinching commitment, partnership and support”...

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today addressed big rally to support the London Somali conference at Peace Park in the center of Mogadishu.

A few weeks ago, I planted a young sapling in the garden at Villa Somalia to raise the issue of deforestation, and it got me thinking - what does a young sapling need for it to grow into a strong, healthy...

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E Hassan Sh. Mohamud has arrived in London to Co-Chair the second Somalia Conference with Prime Minister David Cameron.

An opinion survey conducted by IPSOS/Synovate on behalf of Somali Anti-Piracy Information Centre (SAPIC) reveals decreasing levels of support for maritime piracy among the Somali communities.

Freedom Day with the government pledging to do more to arrest perpetrators of violence against journalists. Different Somali media organisations, publishers and journalists gathered at Mogadishu’s Jazeera...

Kenya has been identified as one of the countries that will host people seeking asylum in Britain as their applications are processed. Reports in the Business Daily and the UK’s Guardian said a group...

Two Danes and four Filipinos who were held hostage in Somalia for more than two years after their ship was attacked by pirates were released Tuesday, the Danish government said.

The Somali Council of Ministers today expressed concern over the worsening situation faced by Somali refugees in Yemen. The council appointed a new ministerial level task force to investigate the conditions...

H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Republic of Somalia, was warmly welcomed in Garowe today by the President of Puntland, H.E. Dr Abdirahman Sheikh Mahamud Farole, and his Ministers, as he began...

Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta said Kenya's only interest in Somalia is to bring peace and stability to its neighbouring country, which had been devastated by civil war and Al-Shabaab militants for more...

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today paid tribute to the role of journalists in Somalia following the murder of Mohamed Ibrahim Rageh, a broadcaster for Radio Mogadishu and Somalia National...

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) condemns in the strongest terms possible the murder of the Somali journalist who was killed by armed assailants near his home in Mogadishu’s Dharkenley district...

His Excellency, Paul Kegame, President of the Republic of Rwanda, H.E Hailemariam Desalegn, Prime Minister of Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen,

A man who the FBI said wanted to wage violent jihad in Africa pleaded guilty on Friday to a charge of conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists.

Somalia’s 2013 football year has partially started with the opening match of the division B league played here in Mogadishu on Friday, as the Division A league is being kept on pending until FIFA has completed...

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia today planted a mango tree in Villa Somalia in honour of National Tree Planting Day.

President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sh. Mohamud welcomed the newly appointed Ambassadors from Sweden and The Netherlands, who visited Villa Somalia to present their credential letters...

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia H.E. Hassan Sh. Mohamud and the Government of Somalia condemns in the strongest possible terms the bombing attack that took place 15th of April 2013 in Boston,...

UN and international humanitarian aid agencies in Somalia say thousands of families have been displaced in the southern town of Hudur massive pullout of security forces.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today vowed the government would continue restoring peace and security to Somalia, despite the futile efforts of its enemies to stand in the way of progress.

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia H.E Hassan Sh. Mohamud strongly condemns the terrorist attack, in Mogadishu, that took place today 14th of April 2013 in Mogadishu Somalia.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon said his government’s overriding priority was security, returning from a landmark visit to Djibouti, Ethiopia, Uganda and Burundi.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today welcomed the G8 statement in London praising recent progress in Somalia and emphasizing the international community’s continued support for the country.

The International Monetary Fund has recognised the government of Somalia after a break in relations of 22 years.

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia and Commander-in-Chief Hassan Sh. Mohamud today led celebrations of the 53rd anniversary of the Somali National Army (SNA) held at the Ministry of Defense.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today discussed with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on how to advance the African Union Mission in Somalia, transform the Somali Army to defeat Al-Shabaab...

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon and the Prime Minister of Ethiopia His Excellency Hailamariam Daselegn today discussed on ways to strengthen relationship between the two countries in Addis...

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia H.E Hassan Sh. Mohamud today made a tour of the Jazeera Military Training Compound and the General Kaahiye Police Training School (School Polizia).

The Second Istanbul Conference on Mediation under the auspices of Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu will be held on April 11-12.

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) announced today it had signed two agreements with Yemen's government on feeding five million people in the impoverished country. Implementation of the agreement will depend...

The African Union Mission in Somalia has welcomed members of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) who have joined AMISOM.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today started the first leg of his regional trip to Djibouti with a mission to boost relationship with neighbouring counties and strategic allies in the region.

Canada’s top spy says he’s concerned about home grown terrorism as a key risk to Canadian security.

The President of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Mohamed Garba, has been elected today Sunday 31 March, 2012 in Casablanca (Morocco) as the new president of the Federation of African Journalists...

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Somalia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to further bilateral relations in political, security, diplomatic, economic, investment and developmental...

Under the auspices of his Excellency, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, the Federal Government of Somalia hosts the “National Dialogue on Justice Reform Conference”,...

General Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received on Friday at the Emirates Palace President Hassan Shaikh Mahmoud of Somalia...

An East African man has been sentenced in New York to just over nine years in prison for conspiring to support terrorism by associating with a violent extremist group in Somalia.

(Doha, Qatar, March, 27, 2013) H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, welcomed the Human Rights Watch report: Hostages of the Gatekeepers - Abuses against Internally...

internally displaced people in Somalia are suffering sexual violence and other forms of abuse, reports the Human Rights Watch (HRW) campaign group.

A Danish court on Monday found two Danish brothers of Somali origin guilty of plotting a terrorist attack with Somalia's Islamist Shebab rebels and sentenced them to three and a half years in prison.

Somali Football federation has inaugurated the country’s 2013 football stars tournament with Nation Link Telecom’s E-maal team defeating their Singjet rivals by 3-2 in the opening match at the Somali...

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Dr. Augustine P. Mahiga is shocked and saddened by the killing of Rahma Abdulkadir, a media worker with Abduwaq radio.

President of the Federal Government of Somalia H.E. Hassan Sh Mohamud has hosted the UN’s Independent Human Rights Expert on Somalia, Shamsul Bari, for a constructive round of human right discussion...

The State Department has put a multimillion-dollar bounty on the heads of two Americans who the United States claims belong to an al Qaeda affiliate in Somalia, CNN has learned.

Today the EU has decided to provide additional support of €33 million to the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), which plays an essential role in securing the country on its path towards lasting...

The United States condemns today’s terrorist attack that has reportedly killed at least ten innocent Somali civilians in downtown Mogadishu. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, survivors and their...

As part of its efforts to revive women’s football in the small horn of African country the Djibouti Football Federation has successfully concluded a ten-day long tournament for 8 women’s teams representing...

Press Statement Somalia’s recovery was too far advanced for it to be derailed, His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon said today, sending his condolences to the victims of a terrorist attack...

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today welcomed the decision by the Supreme Court to free a journalist after charges against him were dropped.

President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, congratulates the newly appointed Chinese Premier H.E. Li Keqiang.

Ethiopian security forces have arrested four members of the Al-Qaeda allied Somalian Islamist extremist group, al-Shabaab.

The government is taking urgent action to provide clean water and medical supplies to prisoners in Mogadishu Central Prison, His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon said today after visiting the custodial...

The Somali Football Federation has announced the fixtures of the country’s football starts tournament during a conference at the SFF headquarters in the capital Mogadishu on Saturday morning.

US military efforts in Africa will remain low-key and “small footprint,” and will be geared toward building relationships with African nations, a senior Defence Department official has been quoted...

Calim said that the ship was expected to reach the Mogadishu Harbor in 15 days and it would take another 15 days to unload the supplies.

The United States restored official relations with Somalia in January 2013 after years of civil unrest there, reflecting an increasingly stable Somali political environment. Better relations with Somalia,...

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon called for greater national unity today after entering new agreements with Puntland and Galmadug at the conclusion of the latest leg of his Listening Tour...

Somali pirates have released a Greek-owned oil tanker and its 26 crew members who were seized 10 months ago in the Arabian Sea, the vessel's owner, Dynacom Tankers Management, said on Monday.

The European Union will soon have to consider allowing munitions to be funneled to the outgunned Syrian rebels fighting to overthrow the regime of Bashar Assad, the French foreign minister said Monday.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today signed a landmark agreement with the Puntland regional administration on the latest leg of his Listening Tour in Garowe.

Over the past few months, the Somali Shilling rose steadily against other international currencies like the US Dollar.

The Somalia government has asked for the arms embargo to be lifted and the United States has been pushing the council to agree, but Britain and France have been wary of removing the ban in a country already...

UN chief Ban Ki-moon Monday welcomed Somalia's release from jail of a woman who told a journalist she was raped by security forces, but expressed regret the journalist would remain behind bars.

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today visited Dusamareb at the outset of a regional tour to meet local administrations, listen to local communities and discuss the provision of basic...

Somalia Deputy Prime Minister, Mrs. Fowsiya Yusuf Haji Adan has urged the civilian population to participate actively in all development projects and peace agendas ongoing in the country.

Five Somali men were convicted of piracy Wednesday for the 2010 attack on the USS Ashland off the coast of Africa.

British Ambassador to Somalia, Matt Baugh led a delegation of officials to meet with Puntland President Abdirahman Mohamed Farole in Garowe on Tuesday, Garowe Online reports.

Criminals must be apprehended and all crimes must be punished, His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon said today during a visit to Police Headquarters in Mogadishu.

Dutch EU Naval Force frigate HNLMS De Ruyter transferred nine suspected pirates to the Seychelles authorities for prosecution. The transfers happened after HNLMS De Ruyter, who was conducting counter piracy...

Somali Abdirahman Ajab wants £50,000 compensation for his “mental problems” after being held at an immigration centre for eight months while his case was considered.

A Toronto man who skipped town after a downtown London shooting spree is likely in Somalia, police say.

Hawa Maxmed Uli a female Somali national aged 34 residing in Ndola was arrested and jointly charged with Charles Kabungo Lesa, a Zambian national also of Ndola for trafficking in 33 bundles of miraa weighing...

With Somalia preparing for its annual FIFA MA refereeing course due in Djibouti early next month, Somali Football Federation education officer Ali Mohamed Ahmed has elaborated the training program schedules...

According to the Intergovernmental Authority on development, IGAD, in the last 40 years, historical timelines show that droughts have always ravaged the horn of Africa region.

Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki on Friday lauded Kenya Defense Forces for its contribution to the peacekeeping mission internationally particularly in pacifying Somalia.

The State Minister for Foreign Affairs Henry Okello Oryem also MP for Chua County in Kitgum district says the new envoy to the war-torn country; Prof. Sam Turyamuhika arrives in Mogadishu any time from...

Armed with AK-47s, a group of Somali men in a small skiff opened fire in 2010 on a 609-foot Navy ship off the coast of Africa.

Families of at least 5 Kenya hostages held by Al-Shabab inside Somalia is said to be negotiating with the Al-Qaeda link group.

United Nations has pledged to review the future structure of peacekeeping missions in various countries including Somalia and Mali.

We have also committed a Battalion to AMISOM; to help restore peace in a beleaguered Somalia. The battalion will be departing in a few weeks. In addition, we currently have about 30 officers serving both...

While focused on current peacekeeping operations around the world, the United Nations must also prepare for potential future peacekeeping roles ranging from Mali to Syria to the Horn of Africa, the heads...

The Dutch and Spanish navies on Tuesday detained nine alleged pirates off the Somali coast, the Dutch defence ministry said in a statement.

A Danish court on Monday formally charged two brothers with links to Somalia's Islamist Shebab rebels on suspicion of plotting a terror attack.

Press release:EU Special Envoy and Ambassador to Somalia, Michele Cervone d'Urso, strongly condemns the recent assassination in Garowe of Sheikh Abdiqadir Nur Farah and the car bomb attack in Mogadishu's

the French government has come out to clarify that they remain neutral and will not dictate whom Kenyans should elect on March 4.

Somalia Ambassador to Kenya Mr Mohamed Nur on Sunday clarified that his country only thought it would be more expensive to fund a navy and instead proposed for the building of its equivalent called the Somali...

A man was killed when the bomb he was apparently trying to assemble near a Kenyan primary school before it hosted a presidential candidate's rally exploded, police said on Sunday.

Under the distinguished patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, the conference was held at the Armed...

An Ethiopian military source has told Sudan Tribune that the country has built the first unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone which could be used for multiple purposes.

MOGADISHU (Reuters) - Kenyan defense officials said on Friday they would not negotiate with Somali militants linked to al Qaeda who said they executed a Kenyan army private at midnight on Thursday.

Mogadishu (15/02/2013) In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful: Following the expiry of the deadline set by Harakat Al-Shabaab Al Mujahideen for the Kenyan PoWs, the Mujahideen...

Iran has denied allegations that it has been supplying Islamist militants in Somalia with weapons, describing the charges as “absurd fabrications,” according to a letter obtained by Reuters on Thursday.

Somali Football referees are under huge preparations for a FIFA level refereeing course for the country’s elite referees. The course is slated in the neighbouring Djibouti next month according to a press...

Hopes of peace are arising in Somali capital Mogadishu which witnessed the first ever peace run in more than two decades. The peace run which was mainly intended to encourage calmness in the war-torn city...

GENEVA — The World Food Program (WFP) reports it plans to feed 1.6 million people in Somalia this year, including more than one million people who are in a state of crisis. WFP says some of the most...

Somalia President, Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has returned to the country from abroad where he has being on an official tour.

Somalia government forces backed by AMISOM have clashed with Al-Shabab fighters in Midaale and Balanbaal districts of Gedo province.

Somalia president has said he wants the Olympic Gold medallist Mo Farah to help secure the country's increasing stability by leading the return of "highly qualified" exiles to work for the government....

More than 200,000 children in Somalia are in urgent need of health care, a United Nations agency has said.

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has voiced his deep disappointment over the one-year sentences handed down today in Mogadishu against a woman who alleged she was raped by members of the Somali security forces...

Turkish Parliament has approved a resolution that extends the period of operation for the Turkish Naval Forces fighting piracy off the Somalian coast. With this new resolution the government will now have...

His Excellency Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon today launched an Independent Task Force on Human Rights to tackle what he called a “culture of impunity” over human rights abuses in Somalia.

An independent panel has being set up to look into pressing issues like the recent escalation of rape cases and execution of journalists among other atrocities.

A gathering organized by the wife of the prime minister Aasho Haji Ilmi in Mogadishu today was attended by government officials and different sections of the community

Uganda has urged the International Community to increase its financial aid to Somalia so as to speed up the stabilization and the reconstruction processes.

Al-Shabab Islamist group in Somalia has vowed to escalate its engagement with the African Union Peacekeepers, AMISOM.

Banadir Provincial Administration in conjunction with AMISOM have undertaken this exercise in which at least 15 youth were equipped with fire extinguishing and containment skills.

A Report published by World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) has ranked Syria and Somalia as the worst places to work in for journalists.

Somalia President, Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has arrived in London, the British Capital for an official tour.

Somalia's Foreign Minister Fowsiyo Yussuf Haji Adan highly regards relations between the troubled Horn of African country and China dating back to the 1960s.

The top United Nations political official today stressed that Somalia is entering a new chapter in its history, and reiterated the world body’s commitment to support efforts to build lasting peace, during...

Djiboutian Defence Minister Abdoulkader Kamil Mohamed received a donation of about 50 military vehicles from the Chinese government, Djibouti's La Nation reported.

The envoy Mr Mohamed Salah Anadif says, he has intelligence report that indicate those Alshabaab militia who was defeated and lost control of major cities to the Somali and Amison troops has gone to the jungle...

A suicide bomber today blew himself up infront of Mogadishu’s heavily fortified presidential palace, Villa Somalia.

As part of his efforts of promoting a smooth football in his country, the President of Djiboutian Football Federation Mr. Souleiman Hassan Waberi has signed a historic agreement with the country’s main...

The United Nations Children ‘s Fund (UNICEF) on Friday appealed for nearly 1.4 billion U.S. dollars to meet the immediate, life-saving needs of children in 45 countries and regions gripped by conflict,...

A mini-summit of the presidents of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC) was held on Friday evening on the sidelines of the 20th summit of the Pan-African organization in Addis Ababa,...

the United Nations and the international community have reaffirmed their support for the new Somali government.

Police believe proceeds of ivory are being used to fund terrorism after arresting a suspected militant with more than Sh1.5 million he reportedly obtained from the illegal trade.

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has denied reports that claimed increasing rift between the country's top leadership- the president, the Prime Minister and the Speaker of the National Assembly....

Somalia’s Al-Qaeda-linked Shebab insurgents issued an ultimatum to Kenya on Wednesday to release all prisoners held on terrorism charges or they will execute all Kenyan hostages they hold.

A high ranking Kenyan delegation was today warmly received at Aden Abdulle International Airport in Mogadishu.

The European Union (EU) Tuesday announced the extension of its training mission in Somalia (EUTM Somalia) for two years.

Kenya has urged the United Nations Security Council to pay the country for its military contribution to the African Union Mission in Somalia (Amisom).

AUSTRALIA, with its extensive experience of peacekeeping operations, has provided some firm advice to the United Nations on future operations.

The United States and Somalia on Thursday launched a new era of diplomatic relations, as Washington recognised the African nation's government for the first time since 1991. "Today is a milestone. It is not the end of the journey,...

The Kenyan authorities should halt their plan to forcibly move 55,000 registered refugees and asylum seekers from cities to overcrowded and underserviced refugee camps, Human Rights Watch said today. Citing...

Bulo-Marer (14/01/2013) - The French rescue operation in Bulo-Marer, Lower Shabelle region, not only failed to secure the release of Dennis Alex but also resulted in the death of several of the French...

The Green Fields construction expert Lex Vander who spent six weeks in Mogadishu where he fixed the country’s old soccer facility ‘Stadium Banadir’ with an artificial football Turf has called the international...

The completion of the artificial Turf installation process marks the end of the first phase of Somalia’s old soccer facility construction, according to a press statement issued at the Somali Football...

France has pledged to donate 1.3 million US Dollars to Somali refugees in Dhadhaab and Kakuma Camps in Kenya and also those in Ethiopia.

Somalia President, Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud addressed insecurity in his country and the role of the youth.

Somalia's Minster for Reconstruction has revealed that plans are underway to modernize several airports in Central and Southern Somalia.

In its 6th election congress held in Mogadishu on Thursday 3rd of January 3013, the Somali National Olympic committee has elected its long-time serving secretary General and former national men’s basketball...

Somalia’s Ambassador to Kenya, Mohamed Ali Ameriko has denied that some Somali nationals have being forcefully deported back to Somalia.

United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, William Hague has pledged to increase assistance to the federal government of Somalia.

Somalia president, Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has returned to the country from Sudan where he was on an official tour.

Puntland Security forces have today arrested more than 100 people in a major operation they conducted in Galkaayo town.

Somalia Government delegation led by the Minister for Defense today arrived in Baydhoa, the headquarters of Baay Province.

The president of Somalia has today travelled to Sudan to take part in an official opening of a water project and to market the 57th anniversary since they gained indipendance

The provisional commissioner of Banadir Mahmud Ahmed Nuur Tarsan survived an assassination attempt on his life while attending a security meeting in Banadir provisional headquarters alongside commissioners...

Alshabaab said they will recapture locations in central Shebelle and areas occupied by Government and AMISOM troops

Serving as full representative from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), an expert from Somali Football Federation, a former FIFA referee Dr. Hassan Mohamed Mahmoud (Farey) will travel to the Eritrean...

The president of Somalia Hassan Sheikh today met with the delegation that visited Kismayu

The parliament of Somalia today approved the proposed 2013 budget

The parliament of Somalia has today approved the list of assistant minister appointed by the prime minister of Somalia Abdi Farah Shirdoon Saiid

A section of the Somali cabinet led by the minister for internal affairs said the new juba adinistrationb that will be set up will be from the residents

With Somali Football Federation (SFF) weighting on the African Union peace keepers to vacate the country’s national facility ‘Stadium Mogadishu

Details of a meeting between government delegation and the residents of Kismayu still coming in

After talking to different functions of the Adan Ade airport the minister for development said the security of the airport should assured always

Senior officials from the administration of Khaatumo State of Somalia have accused Somaliland forces of using excessive force and committing atrocities on unarmed civilians.

Somalia Federal Government Ministers have today arrived in the Southern port city of Kismayo in a bid to extend the government’s authority.

Somalia military commanders have called on Al-Shabab fighters to take advantage of the amnesty extended to them by the government and lay down their arms.

Somalia Members of parliament have today overwhelmingly rejected the newly proposed budget for the financial year 2013.

United States of America has unveiled a plan to send troops to several African countries in a bid to expand its military capability across the continent.

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has today arrived in the Ugandan Capital, Kampala where he held talks with his Ugandan counterpart, Yoweri Museveni.

The prime minister of Britain David Cameroon urged the Ethiopian government to peruse its fight against Alshabaab in Somalia so that Somalia can stand on its feet once again

The government of Somalia announced that it will not allow organizations to operate inside the country without the permission of the government

The second edition of Somali regional football tournament for peace and development has failed to start on the scheduled time, due to the continuation of the presence of African Union Peace keepers at the country’s...

The FC Banadir who are the 2012 champions of the division C soccer league in Somalia have celebrated for their victory at a special luncheon ceremony held at the LIDO Seafood restaurant in the LIDO beach...

Somali pirates have threatened to kill all hostages if their demands were not met and ransom not paid on time.

Al-Shabab spokesman, Ali Mahamoud Raage alias Ali Dhere has reiterated the group’s claim that Kenya is after annexing Somalia’s juba regions.

Somalia President Hassan sheikh mahamoud today flew to Kenya where he held talks with his Kenyan counterpart, Mwai Kibaki.

Somalia Prime Minister, Abdi Farah Shirdoon has today revealed that his administration has made tangible progress towards achieving its goals.

A ceremony to mark 69 years since the Somali Police was first established was today held in General Kahiye Police Academy in Mogadishu.

Reports coming from the Somali coastal town of Kismayo say that clashes have taken place between security forces and armed gangs in the city’s Alanle neighborhoods.

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees abbreviated as UNHCR has today expressed its displeasure in Kenya’s latest move in which the latter has ordered all Somali refugees to vacate urban centers...

Somali President, Hassan sheikh Mahamoud has today held talks with the United Nations Special Envoy to Somalia, Dr. Augustine Mahiga.

Kenyan authorities have recently ordered all Somali refugees currently living in urban areas to move to their designated refugee camps.

The security situation in the Somalian capital Mogadishu has improved so much, failed asylum seekers can be sent back without any danger, junior immigration minister Fred Teeven told parliament in a briefing...

Somali President, Hassan Sheikh mahamoud has today held talks with the African Union’s special envoy to Somalia, Mohamed Salah Anadif.

Al-shabab has launched scathing attacks on one of its top ranking foreign leaders, Abu Mansur Al-Amriki who is an American jihadist.

Somalia’s Minister for Defense, Abdihakin Haji Mahamoud Fiqi has reiterated that the African Union peacekeepers will leave the country soon and will be replaced by the Somali National Army.

Kenya has accused Al-Shabab of being behind the latest of a string of deadly grenade attacks in its capital city, Nairobi.

Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has today set off to Djibouti where he will attend a ceremony marking the 40th anniversary of the Somali language and script.

The Somali Football Federation has concluded its 2012 division B and C local football

A car laden with explosives was today rammed into an AMISOM convoy in Mogadishu’s busy Makka al Mukaramah Avenue.

The Prime Minister of Somalia completes his cabinet today...

Somali President, Hassan sheikh Mahamoud has today reiterated that Jubaland is part and parcel of Somalia and will ever remain so.

Somali Members of Parliament have today heaped praise on the Djiboutian government and people.

Reports reaching our news desk indicate that at least 6 Al-Shabab operatives have being arrested along the Kenya-Somali border.

A high level Djiboutian delegation led by its Speaker of Parliament has today landed Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport.

Somali elders who hail from Juba region have strongly criticized Ethiopia’s involvement in administration building efforts for the region.

Al-Shabab leader, Ahmed Abdi Godane alias Abu Zubeyr has released yet another recorded audio message to the Somali public and to the neighboring states.

Kenya’s Prime Minister, Raila Odinga has urged Somali Nationals to return to their motherland since he said; the situation had greatly improved there.

A delegation led by Somalia’s Minister for Defense, Abdihakiin Haji Fiqi has today arrived in Jowhar, the Headquarters of the Middle Shabelle Province.

Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has today said that plans are underway to have all military personnel and weaponry removed from the streets of Mogadishu.

Just a day after AMISOM and Somali troops seized Jowhar; one of the few remaining strongholds of Al-Shabab, the group took to twitter to respond to Government allegations.

Somali President, Prof Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has today landed in Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport where he was received by high dignitaries including the Prime Minister, Abdi Farah Shirdoon...

United States of America has pledged to play a more active role in training and equipping Somali Security forces.

A blast hit near a mosque in Nairobi’s predominantly Somali region, Eastleigh late yesterday evening.

African Union Peacekeepers and Somali National Army today carried out a joint offensive on Boorow, an Al-Shabab administered town just a few miles away from Jowhar, the provincial headquarters of Middle...

EU antipiracy mission is to unveil new strategy to combat and curb piracy off the Somali waters.

Somalia’s traditional elders who appointed the current members of parliament have sent an outcry over threats facing them.

Turkey has pledge to undertake vigorous exercise in which it will train Somali soldiers and special units.

A hand thrown grenade was hurled at Security officers on patrol in Somalia’s biggest market, The Bakara Market.

Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, Haile Mariam Deseglen has reiterated that Eritrea is sponsoring militant groups to destabilize the Horn of Africa.

The traffic police boss Ali Hersi Barre Ali Gaab was today injured by another government officer

The president of Somalia Hassan sheikh just jetted out of Mogadishu international airport

Horn of Africa airline officially started operations today in Mogadishu. The airline has received all the necessary approvals from the Federal Government of Somalia in coordination with AMISOM. Its inaugural...

A delegation from Djibouti reached Beledweyne town the headquarters of Hiraan province today

The commissioner of Marko town the headquarters of lower Shebelle told Risaala news station in Mogadishu that they expecting a government delegation in the coming hours

Four South Korean nations held hostage by Somali pirates for more than 19 months are said to have been released

See more pictures of Somali president Hassan Sheik's reception in Ethiopia.

A delegation headed by the Somali president today landed in Addis Ababa today.

The police in Gaarisa say they have apprehended the man suspected to be behind the shooting of three military personals

A delegation led by the ambassador of European Union to Somalia reached Mogadishu today

The European Union announced from today it contact with the government of Somalia directly different than the way it did in the past

Uganda announced that it will send 2000 more troops to somlia to assist the AMISOM forces fighting in Somalia

This operation saw the demolition Weekiye stadium in Hamar Jajab district, this adds to series of demolisions carried out in th recent days by hamar jajab administrations

As sources from kismayu, the headquarters lower juba indicate government soldiers have been targeted in an deadly explosion

Al Shabaab today gave details of a man they shot dead on the outskirts of Jowhar town in central Shebelle region

Ahlu sunna acused al Shabaab of behind the troubles faced by journalists

Details on the murders of two Somali government soldiers shot dead in Mogadishu earlier are still emerging.

Today we condemn the targeted assassination of journalists in Somalia. We remember those journalists who lost their lives while exercising their right to freedom of expression and whose cases remain unsolved...

The newly appointed ministers met for the first time in a ministerial conference in Mogadishu earlier today to discuss a number of issues including security and the work the cabinet is expected to do.

China urges the member countries of the anti piracy mission committee to strengthen their efforts to curb piracy off the Somali shores and beyond.

The president of the Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud received a delegation from United Kingdom earlier today in villa Somalia in which at the end of reception he handed over land in which Britain’s...

A group of young parliamentarians today held a conference in Mogadishu earlier today to create an official Somali youth parliamentarians committee.

The Kenyan defense minister Mahmud Yusuf haji reached Gaarisa town where several people were arrested and harmed by the Kenyan defense forces yesterday

The president of Somalia Hassan sheikh Mahmud strongly condemned Sundays bombing in Easteigh Nairobi that left 20 people dead and 3o others injured

The situation in Gaarisa is calm after chaos erupted earlier today

In his first step as president of Djibouti Football Federation, the newly elected president Souleiman Hassan Waberi on Sunday presided at colourful ceremony which intended to mark on the conclusion of the country’s...

The president of south Africa Jacob Zuma said he is pushing efforts to strengthen the ties between his country and Somalia

Ministers from Abdiweli Mohamed Gas’s administration and the current ministers today met to know each other

(Mogadishu, Somalia, November,17, 2012) President Hassan Sheikh Mahmud of Somalia Congratulate Xi Jinping on his election as General Secretary of the Communist Party of China(CPC)...

Ethiopian Prime Minister, Hailmariam Dessalegn has pledged to continue supporting the Somali Government financially and militarily.

Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has set off to Uganda today, in his first trip abroad since he handed over the presidency on 17th September this year.

As kind of its efforts of boosting up football culture in Somalia, the Somali Football Federation (SFF) has given generous donations of financial assistance and complete football equipment to its 2nd and 3rd division...

(Mogadishu, Somalia, November,15, 2012) Mogadishu (November 15, 2012) The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has had a press conference discussing several issues...

Mohamed Omar Habeeb alias Mohamed Dheere has died today in a Mogadishu Hospital where he was ailing for the past few days.

A few days ago, an important meeting was held in Villa Somalia. This time the guests were not high profile visitors and VIPs from across the world. It was a group of representatives of Somali journalists...

During the mission to Seychelles, Kenya, Puntland, and Mauritius, Mr. Fedotov will see, at first hand, piracy’s impact and UNODC’s response under its counter-piracy programme. He will also discuss...

Somalia’s newly approved Ministers have being sworn in to office today by the High Court Judge, Eydiid Ilka Hanaf.

After 21 years of being the epicenter of civil wars and destruction, Mogadishu, the Capital City of Somalia is making a remarkable comeback.

More than 50 Somali nationals are held up at an airport in South Africa.

Somalia’s Parliament has approved the council of ministers.

Mogadishu, 13 November 2012 – The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia (SRSG), Dr. Augustine P. Mahiga, has welcomed the overwhelming endorsement by the Somali Federal Parliament...

The council of east and central Africa football Associations (CECAFA) has issued the fixtures of its Tusker challenge cup 2012 to be hosted at Namboole stadium in Kampala. Twelve countries including guest...

The president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Issa Hayatou has written to the newly-elected president of Djibouti Football Federation Souleiman Hassan Waberi to congratulate him on his victory...

Three shot dead in front of the C.I.D headquarters in Mogadishu

Banadir province’s and Abdiasis district’s administrations today brought down houses in Abdiasis district Banadir province

Yemen forces kill Somali refugees in north of the country when they opened fire at a bus they were traveling in

The council of east and central Africa football Associations (CECAFA) has welcomed the outcome of football election in Djibouti on Saturday, where long-serving individual Souleiman Hassan Waberi has been...

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) welcomes the pledge to end impunity by the president of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheik Mohamoud during a meeting gathered at the presidential...

The Somali parliament has today failed to have its scheduled sitting in which major bills were to be passed.

A delegation from the Somali government and another one from IGAD have today arrived in the Southern Port city of Kismayo.

A member of the Somali parliament urged the government to come clear weather Kismayu the headquarters of lower juba area is part of Somalia or Kenya

Somalia President, Prof. Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud received journalists and media personnel at his office in Mogadishu.

Unidentified men armed with pistols gunned down a civilian in Mogadishu’s Waaberi District.

Belgium has sent a warship to the Somali waters in order to step its anti piracy operations in the region.

Mogadishu, 09 November 2012 – The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia (SRSG), Dr. Augustine P. Mahiga, warmly welcomes the anticipated presentation of the proposed Somali Cabinet...

In a meeting held in New York, the UN Security Council failed to reach consensus on whether or not to lift the arms embargo from Somalia.

A mass demonstration was today held in Mogadishu’s Stadio Conis area in which thousands of people took to the streets to express their satisfaction with the newly appointed cabinet ministers.

Somalia’s president Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has expressed his delight in the reelection of the US president, Barak Obama.

AMISOM officials have been summoned to villa Somalia .

As sources from Kismayu town headquarters of lower Juba area indicate that government of Somalia and AMISOM delegations have been turned back at the airport

Extra details coming in of a heavy explosion that happened near the parliament house in Mogadishu after a vehicle laden with explosives detonated

The Speaker of Somalia’s National Assembly, Professor Mohamed Osman Jawari has called on parliamentarians abroad to return to the country immediately.

A major peace conferece is scheduled to take place next week in Kismayo, the Headquarters of Lower Juba Province.

The United States of America has urged Uganda no to withdraw its peacekeeping missions in various countries in Africa.

Authorities in the semiautonomous Somali regional state of Himand & Heeb have shown an enormous admiration for football, as the Somali Football Federation (SFF) has successfully concluded refereeing and coaching...

The prime minister of Somalia Abdi Faarah Shirdoon Sa’iid is expected to appoint Somalia’s new cabinet within today

This operation being undertaken by the government of Somali forces it is targeting officers dressed in civilian clothing

Gun men last night shot dead a Kenyan businessman in Mandera NFD region

Somali elites urge the Prime Minister to appoint a few cabinet ministers so as to boost coordination and credibility in his new administration.

A senior Somali Government delegation led by the outgoing Defense Minister and the Army Chief today arrived in the Southern port city of Kismayo.

More than 17 journalists have lost their lives in Somalia in this year alone. Despite been an unanimously known fact that journalists have never participated in Somalia’s trouble the year, 2012 have...

The election of Djibouti football Federation is set for November 10 2012; where officials from the world’s football governing body FIFA are due to arrive in Djibouti to observe the election process,...

Somalia has requested from the United Nations for the lifting of arms embargo that it imposed on Somalia.

Somali Prime Minister, Abdi Farah Shirdoon was scheduled to forward today the names of Ministers and Assistant Ministers that would form the cabinet.

The Kenya Police have arrested several people they linked to yesterday’s deadly shootout in Garissa, the Headquarters of North Eastern Province.

Details are still coming in of a recent explosion in Kismayu the headquarters lower juba which was targeted at Somali troops

The semiautonomous Somali regional state of Himan & Heeb is hosting the second edition of the 2012 regional football development courses for coaches and referees from different cities across the regional...

Mogadishu, 30 October 2012 – The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia (SRSG), Dr. Augustine P. Mahiga condemns in the strongest terms the latest killing of another media worker...

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is shocked to learn the death of Late Mohamed Mohamud Tuuryare, 23, who was suffering severe wounds after unknown assailants shot three times on the chest...

Hassan Maalin Ahmed Bikoole the commissioner of Baydhabo district in Baay region gave a statement on the operations they have conducted in the town

The number of police officers whose training has commenced are said to be 40, they have been selected from different police stations around Mogadishu

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Reports coming from kisimayu the headquarter of lower Juba indicate there was a huge explosion in the area

Mogadishu the capital of Somalia marks the second day of Eid celebration

Muslims across the world are preparing to mark Eid ul Ad'haa on this Friday.

Ahlusuna had previously entered into agreement with the previous TFG government which stipulates that the group will be part of any future government and cabinet.

Somali Prime Minister, Abdi Faarah Shirdoon today received representatives of the Somali women at his office in Mogadishu.

Somali Security Forces alongside AU peacekeepers carried out a major security operation in Marka, the Headquarters of Lower Shabelle Province. As was confirmed to RMC by the mayor of the town, Ahmed Maalin...

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is saddened by the attack of broadcast journalist in Mogadishu’s on Sunday evening at Hawo Tako neighborhood in Wadajir district on 21 October 2012...

Today, the new EU Special Envoy to Somalia, Michele Cervone d'Urso, has presented his credentials to the President of Somalia to become the first EU Ambassador to the Republic of Somalia for over 21 years....

The Somali Journalists in Mogadishu staged at the Village restaurant, which is where suicide bombers killed three journalists and a dozen more civilians and wounded more than seven others, in Mogadishu...

The Somali Football federation officials asked the African Union peacekeepers in Somalia (AMISOM) to vacate from the country’s largest football facility Stadium Mogadishu during an official visit to the site...

The Somali community football tournament that has been under way in the Saudi city of Jeddah for the past several months has come to an end with Xiddigaha Ruweys winning the trophy on Friday.

The European Union has pledged to increase funding to the African Union Peacekeeping Mission in Somalia.

As government and AMISOM forces continue to battle Al Shabaab in some parts of the country the Somali government forces issue a strong warning to Al Shabaab

The defending champions Elman FC have narrowly escaped on Monday during a match that seemed to be ending in equality when they scored the winning goal in the 90th minute of the clash against FC ports that...

A hand held grenade was hurled at a Security Checkpoint at a junction in Mogadishu’s Bakara Market.

President Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has left for Kampala, the Capital City of Uganda.

Mogadishu 7th October: Somali government forces with the support of AMISOM troops have secured the strategic town of Wanla Weyn on the Afgooye to Baidoa corridor in lower Shabelle. Wanla Weyn is 93km...

It was only yesterday when President Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud finally appointed a premier after days of speculations and anxiety among citizens and politicians alike and this has created a sense of relief...

Somali Government forces peacefully took over the control of Wanlaweyn town in the Lower Shabelle province.

President Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud today finally appointed Dr. Abdi Farah Shirdon as the new Prime Minister of Somalia.

Mogadishu, 6 October 2012 – The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Augustine P. Mahiga, congratulates Mr. Abdi Farah Shirdon “Saacid” on his nomination for the post of Prime...

Reports coming from Baladweyne, the Headquarters of Hiraan Province say that Ethiopians troops have clashed with the Somali National Army inside the city.

A suicide bomber today blew himself up in a busy junction at the heart of Afgoye.

Dence Alex who is a French citizen captured by al-Shabab in 2009, is pleading with the president of his country to negotiate with his captors for his release.

Hussein Arab Isse who is the minister for defense as well as the deputy prime minister of Somalia’s transitional federal government-whose time is over-returned to the country from Horn African affairs...

Kenya’s president Mwai Kibaki addressing the issue of Somalia said that it was very important to step up security in the country especially in the capital Nairobi since it is possible for al-Shabab to attack...

In a press conference in Mogadishu the spokesman of AMISOM cornel: Ali Adam Huma told the press that the coalition army of the Somali government and AMISOM are continuing with the military operation in Kisimayu...

The prime minister of transitional federal government of Somalia–whose time is over now – Abdu Wali Mohamed Ali Gas called upon the international humanitarian agencies to extend aid to the people...

Reports coming to us from lower Juba province's kisimayu headquarter of has it that there was a deadly explosion in the city earlier today.

Somalia’s president Prof. Hassan Sheikh Mohamed had a lunch today with the traditional elders who have appointed the country’s current parliamentarians.

The speaker of Somalia’s parliament Mohamed Osman Jawaari held a meeting with previous Somali parliamentarians in Mogadishu.

A delegation sent by the British government reached Mogadishu today to hold talks with the Somalia’s president, Hassan Sheikh Mahmud.

Reports coming from Baadweyne in Mudug province indicate that a foreign official working in the area was injured after he was targeted in an explosion

The provisional commissioner of lower Shebelle Abdqadir Mahamed Nuur Sidii who talked to Risaala news station explained the recent military maneuvers in the region

Reports reaching us from Kismayu the headquarters of lower Juba area indicate that Somali government troops have been targeted in a huge explosion

President of the federal government of Somalia prof Hassan sheikh Mahmud has returned back the capital Mogadishu after a visit to Baydhabo, the headquarter of Bay region in Somalia

Reports coming from Kismayu indicate the allied forces of Somalia and Kenya who are part of the AMISOM troops have entered the port city of Kismayu

The head of Au police in Somalia talked about the security situation in Mogadishu

(Mogadishu, 1 Oct. 2012 )The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) calls for the Kenyan government to safely release three television journalists who the Kenyan police arrested at the Eastliegh...

Internal security affairs minister of the TFG- whose time is now over-Abdu Swamad Maalim Mohamed had talks with the Banadir provincial commissioner Mahamud Ahmed Noor Tarsan who is also Mogadishu’s mayor...

The military of Somalia undertook a military operation in Hiliaway district in Mogadishu earlier today in which several people were taken to police custody for questioning.

A grenade exploded in front of a church in Nairobi town earlier today leaving a number of children injured and at least one dead.

United Nations Special Envoy to Somalia, Dr. Augustine Mahiga expressed delight in the fall of Kismayo to Somali Government forces and the AU peacekeepers.

Reports coming from Kismayo say that Al-Shabab fighters have abandoned their fixed positions within the town.

At least 10 people are reported to have lost the lives in the City of Baladweyne; the Headquarters of Hiraan Province after River Shabelle burst its banks due to heavy rainfall in the past few days.

Somali National Army backed by Kenya’s Defense Forces have attacked Al-Shabab positions in Kismayo from multiple fronts.

The President of Republic of Somalia, Professor Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud today held a meeting with Somalia’s civil societies in Mogadishu.

The 4 Korean hostages are in bad condition and requesting for the Korean government and UN and international community to save our lives.

Turkish Medics in Mogadishu have confirmed to have successfully carried out medical surgeries on more than 15 Somali patients.

Sources say that Kismaayo had come under intense shelling this morning by unidentified naval ships docked close to its shores.

Sources say the president of Somalia Prof Hassan Sheikh Mahmud has appointed a new Prime Minister

This meeting that includes many countries from all over the world is set to open in Newyork USA

Reports coming from Baladweyne indicate that Djibouti forces took over the control of Howlwadag residence

242 men who are said to have defected from al Shabaab were today paraded by Somali government and AMISOM in central Juba area

Demonstrations held in Mogadishu to protest against the mocking of the prophet (Pbuh)

After the killing of civilians in lower juba by Kenyan soldier, Somali government commanders strongly condemned the actions

The President of the republic of Somalia, Professor Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has condemned the killing Haaji Mustafa Mahamed Abdullahi who was a member of the newly elected parliament.

Al-Shabab has claimed to be responsible for yesterday’s brutal murder of a member of parliament, Honorable Mustaf Haji.

One of the new members of parliament, Honorable Mustaf Haji Abdirahman was gunned down yesterday in Mogadishu’s Waaberi District.

A joint force of AMISOM and Somali Government soldiers is reported to be heading towards the Al-Shabab-held town of Jowhar in the Middle Shabelle Province.

A high level diplomatic delegation from the European Union lead by its special envoy to Somalia today landed in Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport.

A contingent of about 300 soldiers from Djibouti has being deployed in the City of Baladweyne.

May Allah have mercy on their souls, the three reporters who died in the tea room that was bombed yesterday were buried in cemeteries in Mogadishu today. Numerous people attended the burial ceremony including...

(Mogadishu, 21 September, 2012) The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) mourns the loss of the another prominent journalist who was assassinated in Mogadishu’s General Daud High School in Yaqshid...

Mogadishu, 20 September 2012 - The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Augustine P. Mahiga is appalled by today’s suicide bomb attacks on a popular restaurant-café in Mogadishu....

The president of Somalia prof. Hassan Sheikh Mahmud today met with envoys from European countries

The head of the police in Baladweyne in Hiraan province said the security officer who committed murder yesterday in Baladweyne in Hiraan province

The commissioner of lower Shebelle region Abdiqadir Mahamed Nuur Siidi said they have reopened the airport in No-50 and normal operations can resume

England’s ambassador to the United Nations Mark lyal Grant condemned Kenya for its navy campaign in Somalia that caused a lot of harm in Kismayu

The United Nations urged the new president of Somalia to appoint an effective prime minister who will move Somalia out of the hardships it faced for the last 20 years

President Hassan Sheikh Mahmud demanded Kenya to back up the accusation their foreign minister threw at former Somali president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed.

Washington’s representative to Somali, James Swan said that al-Shabab has realy weakened in terms of military as well as in politics in Somalia since AMISOM together with the Somali military have strengthened...

Kenya’s foreign affairs minister yesterday accused former Somali president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed of been part of the failed attempt on Somalia’s new president’s life.

New ministers have been sworn in today in Garowe in the presence of Abdrahman Mahamed Faroole the president of Puntland administration

The president of Somalia Hassan sheikh Mahmud urged the international community to take part in rebuilding Somalia

Sources say fierce fighting is raging on between Al Shabaab and government forces in lower juba region

A colorful ceremony is being held in General Kahiye Police Academy to officiate the handing over of power to the newly elected president, Professor Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud.

Heavy fighting is raging on between the Somali National Army and the Kenya Defense Forces on one side and Al-Shabab on the other.

A Turkish Delegation led by its Deputy Prime Minister, Baker Bozdag has just arrived in Mogadishu.

Reports reaching us from the port city of Kismayo reveal that fire has engulfed a key petroleum storage facility in the town.

A Djiboutian high level delegation led by its president Ismael Omar Gelle has just landed in Aden Abdulle International Airport in Mogadishu.

A statement released from the office of the President of Puntland, confirmed the reshuffling of the cabinet.

Muslims across the world have being demonstrating to protest a film that insults and depicts negatively Prophet Mohamad (p.b.u.h).

Mogadishu residents today held a mass demonstration in which they expressed their support for the newly elected Somali president, Professor Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud.

The United Nation says they are concerned about how to reach those in need of humanitarian aid in Kismayu

After yesterday’s explosion that caused heavy casualties the its Administration spoke out

In a ceremony marking 9/11/2001 terrorist attack in New York, US Defense Secretary, Leon Panetta described Al-Qaeda as an extremist group which was founded by the late Osama Bin Laden.

This rally was held in support of the new president and the new changes the country is undergoing in Gubadley on the outskirts of Mogadishu

Somalia’s new president was welcomed to the state house today-villa Somali –by a committee consisting of the former president, parliament speaker, a number of army generals and the state house workers.

Al-Qaida linked al-Shabab group vowed that they will continue to wage war against the Somali government.

Somalia’s new president, Prof. Hassan Shaikh Mahmud today expressed his gratitude to the Kenyan government for their support to the Somali people who are on exile in Kenya.

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In a meeting the parliamentary speaker of Somalia Mohamed Osman Jawaari discussed how to rebuild Somalia with the Turkish ambassador to Somalia Kamaludin Kaani Thuran.

Earlier today an attempt was made on the president’s life when explosions rocked his residential hotel and gunmen tried to get to him before they were stopped. After the government officially announced...

the newly elected Somali president, Professor Hassan Sheikh Mahamoud has pledged to bring change and put an end to the endless suffering the Somali people have endured in the past 22 years.

Twenty five candidates are taking part in today’s presidential contest that will kick off in the coming hours

Mogadishu is today hosting the countrys presidential elections which will give the country a leader, the security in the capital Mogadishu has been stepped up ahead of the historic event ...

Mogadishu the capital city of Somalia is to host the country’s presidential elections today

Somalia’s Deputy Minister for Finance, Ali Idris Faarah today denied any corruption or wrong doings in his ministry.

Residents of Mogadishu are experiencing tranquility, peace and order as campaigns heat up in the Somali capital.

A hand thrown grenade was today hurled at Somali government soldiers in Suuqa Hoolaha Neighborhood in Mogadishu.

Somalia’s security forces today conducted a major inspection exercise in which several people linked to Al-Shabab were detained and weapons recovered.

United States of America urged the Somali Members of Parliament to conduct the upcoming elections in a fair and ethical manner.

Somalia’s National Army backed by African Union Peacekeepers today made territorial advancement against Al-Shabab in the Middle Shabelle province.

10 out of 25 presidential candidates gave speech today at the city hall in Mogadishu

Puntland’s Assistant minister for internal security AbdiJamaal Osmaan Mahamed said they have their suspicion on the educational institutions in the region and investigations will start immediately

As the final day for registering presidential candidates, there are twenty five officially registered candidates all running for presidency. Somali’s electoral commotion officially released the schedule...

An official report released from the AMISOM office in Nairobi said that Eel ma’an port in Mogadishu had been used by al-Shabab militia to import weapons for a long time.

Abdiweli Mahamed Ali Gaas the outgoing prime minister met with section of the youth in Mogadishu to express his political agenda

Abdirrahman sheikh Ahmed one of the elders from Gaaljeel community who contacted risaala news station in Mogadishu said Ismaan Adaawe the deputy chairman of the sub clan was kidnapped this morning from...

In a conference called up by the chairman of the Somali traditional council of elders, Mohamed Hassan Haad, the upcoming Somali presidential elections were discussed in detail today by the elders.

Reports coming to us from Kismayu town have that, an extensive military operations are going on in which the coalition army, AMISOM and the Somali soldiers are in combat with the al- Shabab militia.

Somalia’s military together with AMISOM took over some districts in the Middle Shebelle province peacefully without so much as a confrontation.

An intense debate is going on in Mogadishu today, on how the presidential elections should proceed.

Abdisamad Maalin Mahmud former internal affairs minister today visited Martini hospital in Mogadishu and he said the hospital will be renovated

Reports reaching us from Kismayo indicate that residents of the town have already started fleeing in fear of being trapped in the pending war between Al-Shabab and Somali Government Forces which is dreaded...

The Presidential Elections organizing Committee today announced the deadline for conducting the highly anticipated presidential elections in Somalia.

Former Somalia president, Dr. A/Qassim Salaad Hassan, in an exclusive interview with RMC, said that he welcomes the fact that the transitional government system in Somalia was finally coming to end.

Somalia’s internally displaced persons in Mogadishu’s Badbaado camp today held a mass demonstration in which they expressed their delight and satisfaction with the newly elected speaker of parliament,...

Somalia’s new parliament today setup a parliamentary committee that will be tasked with conducting and overseeing the upcoming presidential elections.

A colorful ceremony was today held in Mogadishu University campus in Mogadishu in which new students were welcomed and officially enrolled to the institution.

Al-Shabab governor for the Lower Shabelle region, Sheikh Mohamed Abu Abdalla has today admitted that his forces have lost Marka town to the allied forces.

Professor Mohamed Osman Jawari’s victory in yesterday’s elections in which he was appointed the speaker of the National Assembly has solicited a lot of jubilations and celebrations across Somalia....

United Nations Special Envoy to Somalia, Dr. Augustine Mahiga today hailed the peaceful elections that was conducted a day earlier in Mogadishu in which Professor Mohamed Osman Jawari was elected the speaker...

Professor Jawari has being declared the winner of today’s elections in which several people contested for the post of the speaker.

Somali High Court today made a verdict on the case of those who were elected by the traditional elders but later who were disqualified by the Technical Committee on the basis that they did not meet some...

Somali parliamentarians are casting their votes to elect a new speaker and 2 deputy speakers at General Kaahiye Police Academy in Mogadishu.

In a report it released, the body tasked with overseeing the implementation of arms embargo imposed on several African states has accused of Chinese firms in trading and supplying weapons to the concerned...

Somali government forces backed by AMISOM today made inroads deep into previously Al-Shabab-held territories.

A top level delegation from the European Union lead by its High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Catherine Ashton today landed in Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport....

Ant-rabies drugs were today delivered to Habeeb Hospital where several children suffering from rabies after dog bites were admitted in.

Somali government forces backed by Kenya’s Defense Forces attacked several Al-Shabab bases in the Lower Juba regions.

Reports reaching our desk from Waberi district say a heavy truck toppled over killing several people onboard

Uganda is facing increased pressure from its citizens to pullout its troops out of Somalia.

Rabies which is a viral and deadly disease transmitted from mostly dogs to humans through bites or saliva has being spreading through some parts of Somalia.

Reports say that the election of the speaker and his two deputies which was scheduled for 26th which is tomorrow has being postponed to 28th this month.

United Nations’ Human Rights Watch dog released reports in which it condemned Kenya for heavily shelling Kismayu town and killing civilians. The Kenyan warship docked at Kismayu harbor started shelling...

Reports about the ship that caught fire at Bosaso harbor in Put land last night. Put land’s administration addressed the issue today and gave an official comment to the media.

The military opened fire on a group of demonstrators in Afgooye town in Lower Shebelle province in Somalia.

Reports have that a ship caught fire at Bosaaso harbor shortly after docking there.

The president of Somalia, Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed told the press today that Somalia is now progressing and the new turn of events are all pointing in the right direction.

Since yesterday’s swearing in ceremony of the newly elected members of the parliament, there had been varying reactions among the civilians to the new members of the parliament.

See more images of Ethiopians paying their last respect to the late Meles Zanawi as his body arrived in Ethiopia earlier today

In a statement, the United Nations welcomed the swearing in of the newly selected Somali parliamentarians, describing it as a milestone.

Ethiopian Prime Minister who has being ailing in a Belgium hospital in the recent past has being confirmed dead.

The newly appointed Somali parliamentarians converged at a hall at Aden Abdulle International Airport in Mogadishu on Monday night.

AU’s special representative to Somalia, Augustine Mahiga addressed a conference in Somalia held in the AMISOM‘s barrack, the agent addressed several pressing issues in Somalia including the appointment...

Ugandan Defense Minister, Jeje Odong announced that talks are underway between Uganda, AU and the UN on sending another set of combat helicopters to the war-torn Somalia.

Kenya’s president, Mwai Kibaki sent stark warning to all those bent down to derail the Somali peace process or to frustrate the political process and the elections which are expected to be held on 20th...

Ahlusunna today called for President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed to abandon his presidential bid.

Somali police and the African Union Peacekeepers today paraded in Mogadishu in a show of power.

A conference held in Mogadishu today by Abdullahi Ahmed Adow was attended by civil societies, youth, musicians and other artists in Somalia. The main agenda was to campaign for presidential candidate Abdullahi...

A huge number of Somali youth today convened in Mogadishu to discuss their expected but denied role in the political process and in the reconstruction of the country.

One of the most renowned Somali-speaking Muslim scholars, Sheikh Mohamed Abdi Umul announced that the meat of the stripped hyena is halaal and therefore edible.

A heavy fighting erupted after Al-Shabab fighters attacked Somali transitional federal Government forces base in Hudur, Bakool region.

See more images of the president been welcomed back in Somalia after been out of the country for short trip to Saudi Arabia

Somalia’s transitional federal government, Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed tells the press what he had been doing in his trip abroad.

More than 600 soldiers today concluded more than 6 months of vigorous training abroad.

Tribal clashes have raged for the last 3 days in some remote villages that come under Abudwaaq and Adaado districts of Galgaduud province.

AMISOM spokesman, Ali Aden Haamud, in an exclusive interview with Risaala Media Corporation talked of a plan to increase the numbers of AMISOM troops deployed across the country.

Two Ugandan helicopters on transit to Somalia have crushed and perished on Mount Kenya.

Al-Shabab today vowed to avenge for all the “civilians” killed in a recent shelling of Kismayo by warships it suspects belong to Kenya.

Former Somali prime Minister, Omar Abdirashid Ali Sharmaake today landed in Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport where he was received by senior government officials and civilians alike.

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) strongly condemns the murder of two Somali journalists in separate incidents in Mogadishu on Sunday, August 12, 2012, the latest in a string of attacks...

Unidentified gunmen today killed a senior government official in Wadajir District.

Ethiopian forces have being accused of harassing and raping civilians in the city of Baladweyne, the headquarters of Hiraan Province.

Somalia’s only two participants in this year’s London Olympics have asked for refuge from the UK government.

Reports reaching our news desk indicate that the Somali port city of Kismayo had just come under intense shelling and bombardment from warships.

Thanks to a new constitution and improved security in and around the Somali capital, the nation of 10 million is getting a fresh start. International efforts to stabilize Somalia have picked up and outside...

In a conference, which the president of Somalia signed a security plan for Somalia was attended by top officials in the Somali government, the prime minister, minister for defense, commander of armed forces,...

See more pictures of the newly opened market

Reported have that a Kiswahili and English news papers has published pictures of men who were armed with bombs and heavy machineries standing behind the international conference hall in Nairobi.

This demonstrations participated by different sections of the community in Afgooye was held to oppose the way the parliament selection process was conducted

The president of Somalia Sheikh Shariif Sheikh Ahmed said the all processes are about to be over, the elders have done a good job and they about to conclude the parliament selection process

The technical committee that is selecting members of the next parliament say they have received 70% of the total number required to form the next parliament

The Director of Aden Abdulle International Airport, Ibrahim Iimaan Xalane who was today given a State sendoff In Mogadishu.

WFP Director to Somalia, Stefano Porretti told the Chinese news agency, Shinwaa, that China played a major role in providing humanitarian aid to the Somali people in last year’s severe draught and malnutrition....

Somalia’s President, Sharif Sheikh Ahmed today walked out on an ongoing meeting between Somalia’s Roadmap signatories in Nairobi.

These young graduates started a new tradition which the common folks really appreciated a great deal. First the students divided themselves into 3 groups.

Reports coming from Hamarweyne district of Banadir province in Somalia say that a senior worker in Mogadishu Airport was murdered in Mogadishu today.

Today all the Somalis were holding their breath as they waited for the outcome of women’s’ 400 m race in UK where the Olympic Games are held.

Transitional government of Somalia’s minister for fisheries, Abdurahman sheikh Ibrahim told Risaala Media Corporation in an interview that his ministry had made deals with the UK.

The CEO of the telecommunication company, Ali Sheikh Ismail Fadhaa said that his company had noted the hospital’s need for an engine and therefore got for them one.

See more images of the assembly that endorsed the new constitution.

Gruesome pictures of today’s attack in the Somali capital

As national constituent assembly enters its day seven and the members are still debating on some articles, the ministry for constitutional affairs and reconciliation announced the date for approving the constitution...

Mogadishu 30 July 2012………. The prime minister and section of the cabinet take part in youth forum organized by CRD organization to discuss the role of the youth in community development

Mogadishu, July 30, 2012. The National Constituent Assembly continues to unfold smoothly as 825 Somali citizens from all walks of life discuss and debate the draft Somali Constitution.

Competitions hosted by Risaala Media Corporation at its headquarters in Mogadishu saw an entertaining encounter between Macalin Faatix and Anas Binu Malik Schools.

Somali government forces backed by AMISOM today set off from Bal’ad to Al-Shabab-controlled areas in the Shabelle regions.

A high level Irish delegation led by its Deputy Prime Minister today arrived in the Somali capital, Mogadishu.

Somali Muslim Scholars Umbrella Group today expressed its displeasure at certain principles contained in the draft constitution.

Khadijo Modeel and Al-Fataax High Schools today locked horns in the ongoing competitions hosted by Risaala Media Corporations at its headquarters in Mogadishu.

Uganda is preparing to send about 3237 soldiers to Somalia.

The administrators of the two districts addressed the media today and accused the NGOs working in the area of corruption and said that the NGOs were not taking the aid to the refugees living in those two districts.

Britain’s defense ministry issued statements to the media earlier today that there are British troops in Somali to help the AMISOM in restoring peace in Somalia.

Moments a go a blast went off near the constitutional approval conference venue

In a written stamen read by the spokeswoman of the American foreign affairs ministry, Victoria Nuland to the media, Washington expressed its support and approval of the conference been held in Mogadishu...

Prime Minister Abdu Wali Gaas told the Somali people that the new constitution is a temporary one and is subject to changes.

African Union’s special representative to Somalia, Augustine Mahiga said in the constitutional approval conference in Mogadishu that the Somali council of elders are expected to deliver the list of the new members...

The constitution approval conference started officially in Mogadishu earlier today. About 825 delegates attended the conference and are expected to come to an agreement about the approval of a new constitution.

See more images of the opening ceremony of the constitutional approval.

Reports from Somalia say that 12 Vietnamese hostages reached their home today safely after been rescued from Somali a where they have been held hostage by Somali pirates for more than 18 months.

The committee that was appointed to mediate the cultural elders is complaining interference from the ministry of internal affairs and internal security

The minister for local government and internal security Dr. Abdi Ali Hassan who talked to Risaala news station said explosions in the capital Mogadishu have reduced

Preparations are underway in Mogadishu for tomorrow’s meeting to pass the new constitution with AMISOM announcing they formed a special unit to secure the venue

The cultural elders, the prime minister and the UN special envoy to Somalia today held a meeting in Mogadishu

Quiz and Competitions hosted by Risaala Media Corporation today entered their second day attracting more participants from high schools across Banadir region.

Internally displaced persons camping in Hiliwaa district today held a demonstration to protest the hardships they face on daily basis. ...

Security has being stepped up in key installations in Mogadishu where representatives are expected to converge and pass the draft constitution.

A Quran recitation competition is to be hosted by Risaala Radio at 9:30 local time in Somalia tomorrow.

General Mohamed Nur Galaal today announced in a press conference he held in Mogadishu that he would contest for the presidency in this year’s elections.

US president, Barack Obama on Friday called for the banning of charcoal exports from Somalia.

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) mourns for the loss of an online journalist who died in serious car accident in Puntland on Friday afternoon 20 July 2012 around 5:00pm local time.

Millions of Muslims around the world mark the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan today.

The minister of home affairs and treasury, Sheikh Aadan Hajji Madeer told Risaala Media Corporation the government workers and soldiers will be facing luck of payment of salaries in the coming months.

Somali prime minister held talks with the traditional Somali council of elders earlier today in Mogadishu city.

As the ministry of education succeeded in making a standard certificate for high school graduates earlier this year, these students will be the first to receive the standard certificate for high school...

4 government soldiers were shot dead today by the firing squad after the Somali military court gave them the death sentence.

See more pictures of the soldiers before the firing squad

Internally displaced Somalis now living in Hamar Jajab County in Banadir province took to the streets today to protest against widespread corruption and misuse of funds by the administration and some humanitarian...

Reports from Hargeysa, the capital of the breakaway autonomous Somaliland say that boqor Burmadow was released from prison without him serving the 1 year the Somaliland court sentenced him to serve in prison.

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The Taiwan government press said that the fishing boat was rescued from the Somali pirate after they had been holding it captive for more than 19 months in the Somali coast.

It was yesterday when the former trade minister of Somalia Mahmud Abdi Garweyne was assassinated and the government said they are conducting investigations so as to apprehend those behind his killing

After the creation of new Galgaduud state that comes under the Somali government, its new administration promised to bring many improvements to the region

The premier in a press release sent letter of condolence to the family and the whole nation for the loss of honorable member parliament Mahmud Abdi Ibrahim Garweyne may Allah have mercy on his soul

The international maritime body in its report that was released today reported a fall in piracy incidents worldwide by 54% in the first 6 months of this year 2012

Somali President, Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, in his address to the council of the traditional elders revealed that time has come for a fair and transparent election to be held in Somalia.

Airstrikes in Hoosingow in the Lower Juba Regions of Somalia has left at least 18 Al-Shabab fighters dead and several others injured.

Somalia’s president, Prime Minister and speaker of the parliament today all held meetings with the Cultural Elders whose mandate is to pick members who will then approve the draft constitution.

Reports coming from Dhuusamareeb indicate that one person was killed and several others injured in a mass demonstration the residents of the town held to protest against the closure of a major hospital...

Sharif Hassan Sheikh Adan, the Speaker of the Somali National Assembly (although this post is in dispute) told the press in Mogadishu that Somalia’s capital city is clearly Mogadishu.

More reports are coming on yesterday’s air strike of Birta district situated between Burdhubo and Garbahaarey districts in Gedo province.

Early this morning the Somali coalition army inclusive of all its branches; police, peace keepers and the military collectively carried out a military operation in Bal’ad district to ensure security.

According to reports from Reuter’s news agency an American man accused of supporting the al-Shabab militia plead guilty in the Chicago court where the charges were brought against him.

TFG’s defense minister, Hussein Arab Isse returned to the country after he had been out of the country to hold talks with the international community in different countries including Italy, UAE and Kenya...

The ministry of education and culture released a new standard certification for the high school graduates across the country.

The deputy regional security officer of the lower Shebelle region Ahmed Omar Mudane told Risaala news station that the government forces and those of AMISOM carried out an ambush this morning on Laanta...

A delegation from UK led by the British ambassador to Somalia reached Somalia this morning to hold talks with the prime minister of the transitional federal government of Somalia Dr Abdu Wali Mohamed Ali.

The chairman of Bakara market passed away today in Malaysia, this was confirmed to Risaala news station in Mogadishu by Mahamed Ali Mahamed the son of the late Mahamed Siyaad Ali Dheere

The traditional elders in Mogadishu held meetings with the prime minister of Somalia Abdiweli Mahamed Gaas and a section of the cabinet

A delegation from the united nation led by UN’s humanitarian envoy to Somalia Mark Bowden have today reached Garoowe the headquarters of Puntland

Mogadishu, July 9, 2012... The Somali Prime Minister Dr.Abdiweli Mahamed Ali returned back to the country from Italy where he attended a conference rinsed by the international contacts group (ICG) on Somali...

The Eritrean government distanced itself from allegations that some of its officers are giving support to Al Shabaab which lead to United States of America imposing economic sanctions the country

After a meeting in Mogadishu the national Security Council discussed many issues concerning Mogadishu’s security

Internally displaced persons in various camps in Mogadishu are faced with daily hardships and dwindling or non-existent humanitarian aid compounded with worsening climatic conditions.

As confirmed to Risaala Radio by the deputy in command of security matters in Baladweyne town, Ahmed Abdalla Inji, the town came under intense shelling and rocket attacks from Al-Shabab.

A Somali Journalist, survived from an assassination attempt near his home at Madina District in Mogadishu on Saturday evening, around 6:00pm local time, when two unidentified gunmen approached him and shot...

Somalia’s Minister for Security and Internal Affairs, Abdi Ali today told the press that his government does not recognize any of the numerous self-declared provincial administrations and states in Southern...

2 people armed with pistols today shot at and inflicted injuries to a Universal TV reporter.

Reports coming from Golaleey reveal that Somali Government forces in the region are preparing to invade and dig deeper into Al-Shabab held territories in the Middle Shabelle region.

The minister of internal affairs and national security of the transitional federal government of Somalia Abdu Swamad Sheikh Hassan urged the coalition military police to continue the military operations...

Sierra Leon military police reached Mogadishu today.

The Kenyan president promised that all the Kenyans living in Kenya will have their security back after recently experiencing some grenade attacks. President Mwai Kiabaki said in press conference that...

UN and Somalia’s Transitional Federal Government today signed a pact banning the recruitment of child soldiers to the Somali army or to any militant group.

Puntland antipiracy forces are accused of killing at least 2 civilians and injuring 8 others.

Hundreds of internally displaced Somalis living now in Hodan district of Banadir province took to the streets to protest against corruption in the leadership of the humanitarian organizations in the area.

Mogadishu , July 02 2012……the acting Somali prime minister who is also the minister of trade and industries of the transitional federal government today told the media in a press conference that the coalition...

Somalia today celebrated its independence day for the first time in many years.

Yemeni government today expressed concerns over the number of Somali refugees crossing into its country and the possibility of Al-Shabab operatives sneaking in.

Somali President, Shariff Sheikh Ahmed today toured the newly liberated district of Bal’ad, in the Middle Shabelle province.

Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets of Mogadishu today to show their support for the Somali land and Somali talks.

The Chinese defense minister said that china will send 12 war ships to the Gulf of Aden and the Somali coast within this month so that they guard the area.

An official report from the office of the president says that the president extended pardon for all who leave behind piracy in the coast of Somalia.

The two presidents of Somalia and Somaliland today shook hands in Dubai, Emirates .

Mogadishu June 27, 2012………….Somali prime minister Dr. Abdu Wali Mohamed Ali left for the capital of Uganda Kampala earlier today.

Celebration to commemorate the 35th year of Djibouti’s independence from France

Senior commanders of the TFG forces today elaborated the events which led to their capture of Bal’ad, located in the Middle Shabelle. Abdullahi Ali Anood, who talked to Risaala Radio on phone from...

Reports reaching us from Bal’ad say that Somali government forces backed by AMISOM today entered the district located in the Middle Shabelle Province. TFG commander who Risaala Radio contacted on phone...

The Somali coalition army carried out extensive search on Eelasha Biyaha district north of Mogadishu town earlier today.

Somalia’s president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and a delegation he was leading today flew from Aadan Adde international airport of Mogadishu.

As confirmed by doctors attending to injured in last night’s blast in Mombasa three people are reportedly dead and 25 others injured

The Canadian foreign embassy send warning to all Canadians in Kenya and those planning to visit the country to be mindful of grenade attacks that plagued Kenya’s big cities recently especially Mombasa.

Egypt’s electoral commission today announced the Muslim Brotherhood’s Mohamed Morsi as the official winner of the presidential election.

President Shariff Sheikh Ahmed today landed in Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport.

The Kenyan Police on Friday announced the arrest of two Iranian nationals who were caught in possession of chemicals.

Ethiopian Foreign Affairs Minister, Shimeles Kemal while briefing the press in Addis Ababa today, revealed that Ethiopian forces will not leave Somalia until the new government which is to be elected later...

President Shariif sheikh Ahmed who is currently in Nairobi announced that he is interested in another term in office and he is one of the candidates for presidency in the coming elections

Mogadishu, Thursday, June 21,2012 –Press Release--- The acting Prime Minister of Somalia and Minister of defenCe, Hussein Arab Isse displayed Buruno and David, two South African couples who were held...

At least 47 Somali migrants have drowned when their boat capsized on Lake Malawi, police say.

The Somali ambassador to Turkey Mohamed Mursal Sheikh Abdurrahman left Mogadishu for the capital of turkey Ankara this morning.

The talks between the Somali government and Somaliland administration held in the United Kingdom are expected to come to an end today. The conference is held in a city outside London.

First, let me thank UNPOS for facilitating this meeting. I would also like to extend my personal appreciation to my colleagues and fellow Road Map signatories for being committed enough and willing enough...

Daljir Forum continues to support the ending of the transition and considers it essential to move the country into permanent governance with a term long enough to build on the security and development...

Somalia Prime Minister, Dr. Abdiwali Mohamed Ali today set off for Kenya where he is expected to take part in Roadmap conference that is to be held in Nairobi tomorrow.

Some members of the Somali parliament and Somali affairs experts collectively condemned and strongly expressed their displeasure in what the UN’s representative to Somalia Mr. Augustine Mahiga said yesterday.

The president of Kenya Mwai Kibaki appointed the defense minister Yusuf haji as the acting internal security minister after recent incident that left the internal security minister prof. George Saitoti...

The al-Shabab leader left an audio message in a webpage the group uses to publish the information they want to pass to the people. He talked about a lot of issues in his message....

Abdullahi Hilowle Heyle, an expert on Somali affairs living in Mogadishu says that the new constitution’s name should be derived from its content.

A suicide bomber today rammed a vehicle laden with explosives into a TFG army base in Afgooye.

Ahlusunna leaders deny that there is any kind of misunderstanding within the group and confirmed that the group would adopt new strategies on the war on al-Shabab.

The wife of the Somali Prime Minister Hodan Said Iise invited the women’s union for get together lunch. The first lady of the country also attended the luncheon.

National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) welcome Ahlu Sunna waljama release the two journalists arrested in the Somalia’s central town of Dhusomareb two days ago were illegally sentenced to three...

A delegation led by the Somali minister of internal affairs and security of the transitional federal government Somalia arrived at Baladwyne distinct in Hiraan province.

Somali Prime Minister Professor Abdu Wali Mohamed Ali holds separate talks with the Kenyan president Mwai Kibaki and Prime Minister Raila Odinga on a formal visit to Kenya. It was the first meeting between...

In an exclusive interview with Risaala news station United Nation special envoy to Somalia Augustine Mahiga said those causing havoc in the transport sector of Somalia will be treated like Al Shabaab

After holding a conference, the cabinet of the Transitional Federal government of Somalia expressed their condolences to the Somali citizens on the death of speaker sheikh Muqtaar Mohamed Hussein who passed...

The president of Somalia Shariif Sheikh Ahmed visited the new military frontlines in lower Shebelle region accompanied by top military commanders

Renovation and construction of new buildings and structures are on a dramatic rise in Mogadishu. Risaala Media has captured some of these structures on camera so that our honorable viewers can have a look...

Kenyan Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, while addressing the press in Nairobi today, requested from the US government and the European Union to help his government in capturing the Southern Somali port-city...

Al-Shabab fighters have beheaded at least 10 civilians in the past 24 hours in Eel-Buur district in Galgaduud.

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) has just learned the arrest of two journalists by militias loyal to Ahlu Sunna Waljama administration in the central Somalia town of Dhusamareb on early...

The administrator of Mogadishu central prison Mohamed Hussein Ahmed gave a press conference inside the prison today. He said the prisoners in Mogadishu Central prison were convicted for committing different...

Ahlusunna forces today abandoned their fixed positions in parts of Mahaas district in Hiraan Province.

Banaadir administration announced that it had written down strict traffic rules for Mogadishu town.

Kenya’s minister of internal security George Saitoti and his deputy Orwa Ojode are among six people who died after the police helicopter in which they were travelling crashed near Nairobi according to Kenyan...

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ), is relieved the recovery of Bar-Kulan Radio reporter and one of its member journalists in Benadir branch after he survived an assassination attempt on Friday...

The Somali police commander says that the police force is in dire need of military equipments that are necessary in performing their duties.

Reports from Galgadudud village in Ceelbuur County say that the Ethiopian army that was occupying the area abandoned it after a conflict erupted between them and the Ahlusunna officials who were controlling...

The Philippine foreign affairs spokesman Raul Hernandez gave a statement to the media that 22 Philippines who were crew members of the Greek ship apprehended by the Somali pirates were finally released.

Two rebel groups that seized northern Mali two months ago have clashed following protests in the town of Kidal, witnesses say.

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is outraged by the continued targeting of journalists, following the attack on Bar-Kulan Radio journalists who was seriously wounded in Mogadishu’s Hamarjajab...

Somali Prime Minister, Abdwali Mohamed Ali Gas today arrived in Mogadishu where he held a press conference on landing in the airport.

The assistant minister in the ministry of defense in the transitional federal government of Somalia, Mohamed Ali Catoosh gave a statement to Al risaala Media Corporation that after the government carried...

AbdiQadir Sheikh Ismail who had been in parliament throughout the previous governments of Somalia till today said that millions of dollars which were meant to build the country fell into the wrong hands...

(Mogadishu, 07 April 2012) The Somali ministers attended a cabinet meeting today chaired by the prime minister, CabdiWahaab Ugass Xuseen Ugaas Khalif who is also the minister of trade and factories. In this...

Hormud telecommunication firm donated charity items such as mattresses and petroleum fuel to the hospitals in Mogadishu today.

The International Police (Interpol) has joined the hunt for terror suspects suspected to be in Uganda.

The United States is offering rewards of up to $7 million for information leading to the location of seven key leaders of Somalia's al Shabaab, seeking for the first time to target top echelons of the al Qaeda-linked...

Somalia’s ambassador to Libya, Abdiqani Mohamed Wa’eys today talked of the Somali youth suffering in Libyan prison

The refugee agency of UNHCR issued statement saying that Somali refugees are still escaping to the neighboring countries seeking refuge at a very high rate. The humanitarian crimes and insecurities as well...

Kenya’s minister for Defense, Yusuf Haji, while addressing the press in Addis Ababa, talked of the ongoing operations his forces are undertaking in Somalia.

The rising prices of livestock in the markets of Mogadishu raised alarm throughout the livestock traders in the country.

Abdi Qaasim Salaad Hasan, one of the former presidents of Somalia points out the need to base the new constitution of Somalia on the religion of Islam.

Mogadishu saw a major success of solar energy lights installation today.

Delegation led by Somalia’s President Sharif Shaykh Ahmed has returned home from Darussalam, Tanzania, officials from the two councils of the transitional government, government forces commanders and many...

An exercise to train troops for the Somali government today kicked off in Bihiga Military Camp in Uganda.

Pro-government Moderate Islamic Group of Ahlu Sunnah wal Jama’a have declared trying Matabaan District commissioner in Hiiraan Region

Reports reaching our studios from lower juba region indicate that the recently liberated district of Afmadow by the allied forces of the government of Somalia and Raskamboni backed by Kenyan forces they...

The Istanbul conference entered its second day today, among those who attended yesterday include Somaliland who previously declared they are not part of the greater Somalia and today they have announced...

Government of Somalia commanders in Afmadow region lower Juba area announced they are headed for Kismayu city and they will take over the control soon.

Ugandan president, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today arrived in Asmara on a three day visit.

Somali Prime Minister, Prof Abdiwali Mohamed Ali Gas today had a lengthy meeting with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Al-Shabab spokesman, Abdiaziz Abu Mus’ab while addressing the media, claimed that his fighters have killed senior Kenyan commanders in a fighting that took place in the Lower Juba.

The president of Somalia Shariif sheikh Ahmed jetted out of the country at Aden Ade International airport in Mogadishu

A delegation led by Somalia’s president, Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, was today ambushed by Al-Shabab militants on its way back from Afgoye

Somalia’s president, Sharif Sheikh Ahmed today led a wide delegation to tour the new areas seized jointly by AU and TFG forces.

Reports reaching us from Kismayo, the headquarters of Lower Juba Province, say that the city had earlier in the day come under immense fire from a suspected French warship.

The Ministry of Constitution, Federalism and Reconciliation wishes to express its grave concern on the selection of the civil society groups for the Somali Istanbul Pre-Conference.

The Head of African Union Peacekeeping Mission in Somalia today took a group of journalists to the new territories in the Lower Shabelle they have seized from the Al-Qaeda-link group Al-Shabab.

Somalia’s Prime Minister, Professor Abdiwali Mohamed Ali today held meetings with his Kenyan counterpart, Raila Odinga.

Reports coming from Nairobi the capital city of Kenya indicate there was a huge blast that rocked the heart of the capital today. Several people were reported injured. The blast happened on the ever busy...

Somalia’s minister for Health, Abdiaziz Sheikh Yusuf today officially received a medical aid from an organization based in Saudi Arabia.

Sheikh Omar Sheikh Mohamed Faarah who is one of the top officials of Ahlusuna died yesterday night in a road accident.

Somali cultural elders who were recently holding talks in Mogadishu today flew to Istanbul, Turkey.

Somali Army's Second Brigade and top commander, Abdullahi Ali Anood, in an exclusive interview with Risaala Radio, declared that AMISOM and TFG forces will continue with their offensive against the Al-Shabab...

Students of Mogadishu University today sat for their final examinations. These students are expected to be the 14th lot to graduate in Mogadishu University.

Liido Beach, situated in Abdiaziz district of Banadir, is the most exotic and popular beach in Mogadishu. Every Friday, thousands of Mogadishu residents and beyond come to relax and to swim.

TFG commander, Abdullahi Ali Anood who talked exclusively to Risaala Radio revealed that his forces have taken over peacefully some parts of Afgoye District, located in the Lower Shabelle province.

Somalia’s Transitional Federal Government today released a press statement denouncing the senseless killing of a Radio Journalist in Mogadishu.

Civilians today flocked back to Mogadishu from its environs where a bloody battle is raging on between Somalia government forces and AU peacekeepers on one side and Al-Shabab on the other.

As a bloody battle rages on between AMISOM and TFG forces on one side and Al-Shabab on the other, top TFG commanders at the warfront today vowed to carry on with the fighting till they reach Afgoye and Wanlaweyn...

As AMISOM and Somali government forces advance on Al-Shabab positions in the Lower Shabelle Regions, Al-Shabab today sent out a callout to the Somali civilian population, urging them to take up arms and join...

National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is outraged and grieved by the increasing attacks against the journalists in Somalia, following the brutal murder of Radio journalist in Mogadishu on Wednesday...

Criminal Investigation Department boss, Abdullahi Hassan Barise today put on display the dead body of a young boy suspected to be a member of Al-Shabab.

Reports reaching us from the south of Mogadishu reveal a tense atmosphere and panic in the region.

A fierce battle today ensued between Somalia government forces and AMISOM on one side and Al-Shabab fighters, in the southern outskirts of Mogadishu.

the Somali signatories of the process for ending the transition held a consultative meeting in The African Union Headquarters, from May 21 to May 23, 2012

A session to deepen and improve the good liaison between the local district Commissioners and security officers of Somali Government on Tuesday held in Mogadishu Capital.

Somalia Police force has today displayed police patrol vehicles they received from the government of Japan. The vehicles roamed around and were passed through most roads in Mogadishu where they were later...

A meeting to bring together the six signatories of the Somali Road-map was today held in the capital city of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa.

Banadir Provincial commissioner who is also Mogadishu’s mayor, Mr. Mahamoud Ahmed Nur Tarsan today held meetings with his district commissioners from across Banadir’s 16 districts.

Somaliland today welcomed the international conference on Somalia that is to be hosted in Istanbul, Turkey.

Shariif Hassan and other delegates have reached Baydhabo the headquarters of Baay

Reports from the police indicate there was a grenade attack at a night club in the coastal city of Mombasa that left one person dead and five others injured

Statement from the European Union said they strongly oppose extending the mandate of the government of Somalia when its term comes to an end on 20thAugust

A statement from the head of the Turkish navy patrolling the Somali coastline states that they arrested 14 Somali pirates and they will be brought before the law

This debate organized by Daljir officials was held in Mogadishu

The government of Somalia announced it is putting in place a mechanism to make sure every citizen gets his/her rights

A written statement released by Zambia’s news agency, ZANIS revealed today that there was no envoy in the Somali Embassy in Lusaka, Zambia’s capital.

Somali pirates today hijacked a Liberian flagged oil tanker

The prime minister of Somalia Dr. Abdiweli Mahamed Ali has today met with officials from South Africa and Mozambique. The premier held meetings with the constitutional minister Mr. Jeffrey Radebe, south...

A report by the united nation high commission for refugees indicates at least 7 Somali immigrants died in the ocean while trying to cross from Libya to Malta, according to UNHCR report this was caused...

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is offended by the continued oppression on its legitimacy, its right to democratically elect its leadership through the union’s internal rules and regulations...

The prime minister of the transitional government of Somalia Abdiweli Mahamed Ali Gaas said traditional elders of Somalia are needed to bring together the Somali fraternity

Prime minister Abdiweli Mahamed Ali Gas has today met with delegations from the united nation, European Union and USA

The district commissioner of Warta Nabada Deeqo Abdiqadir Mahamed who talked to Risaala news station in Mogadishu said they are stepping up efforts to assure the security of the district

Mogadishu, May 06 2012: minister for planning and international relation Abdullahi Goodeh Barre has yesterday received in his office Stefano Porretti, WFP envoy

Iran’s ambassador to Somalia, Makel Hussein Givzad while addressing the press today, revealed that his government will do everything to assist the Somali population.

Mogadishu, 3rd May 2012 - Today the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia celebrated the efforts of Somali journalists in keeping the public informed and expressing the opinions of our pluralistic...

Reports that we are getting from Gaalkayo town headquarters of Mudug region indicate a reporter working with radio Daljir Gaalkayo branch was murdered last night

Mahmud Farah one of the military commanders in lower Jubba area told Risaala news station that they have completely surrounded Afmadow and the have put it under siege

Al-Shabab today took over illegally an independent radio station that has being operating in Baardheere since 2008.

Reports reaching our news desk say that Kenyan troops have being building up in numbers in the key border towns of Mandera and Balad-Hawo, located along the border of Kenya and Somalia.

A crackdown by the police at Bakaara marketplace saw the demolition of shops along the road, this operation disrupted normal business operations in the market

The provincial administration of Banaadir province has handed over four motorcycles to road patrol unit today.

One person confirmed dead and 15 others injured in a grenade attack in a church in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi.

Daahir Mahmud Geelle chairman of Daljir alliance while talking at a meeting organized be Somali Muslim clerics to discuss the drafting of the constitution, a process the government says it is complete,...

Bomb Blasts today rocked Mogadishu’s biggest market killing and injuring several innocent people.

A meeting attended by officials from clerics council of Somalia, scholars, elders and honorable members of the parliament, the clerics council said the recently concluded constitution is not in line with...

Banadir provincial commissioner who is also the mayor of Mogadishu today flew to Kampala, Uganda. Mogadishu Mayor, Mahamoud Ahmed Nuur Tarsan was accompanied by eight district commissioners from various...

Somali government forces baked by Kenyan troops today clashed with Al-Shabab fighters in some parts of Gedo Region. The clashes took place in the villages of Dhamase and Eel-Ade.

A one-day meeting participated by fifty traditional elders was held at Indian Ocean university conference hall on 26th April 2012. The meeting was facilitated by Somali Peace Line. Elders and other civil...

Al-Shabab Spokesman, Sheikh Ali Mahamoud Raage alias Ali Dheere, while talking to pro-Alshabab media outlets, warned Sierra Leone not to send its troops to Somalia as part of the African Union peacekeeping...

A ceremony to mark the swearing in of Somalia’s newly appointed minister for sports was today held in the office of the Speaker of the National Assembly, Mogadishu.

These blind children attend a special school in Wadajir district in Mogadishu. They study computer, foreign languages and their number is about 25, as the school’s administration informed Risaala Media...

The commander of Security forces in Mogadishu, Khalif Ahmed Ereg today displayed the dead bodies of two youth who are suspected to be Al-Shabab operatives.

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is alarmed by the journalist slightly wounded by a stray bullet in Mogadishu on Tuesday evening around 6: 30PM local time, while the union condemns the police...

Somaliland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, in an exclusive interview with Risaala Radio, said that talks between his government and Somalia’s TFG were being compromised by TFG’s rigid policies and it’s...

Risaala Media Cooperation today marked its first anniversary since its establishment on 24th April 2011, exactly one year ago.

Mogadishu, April 23, 2012. Prime Minister Abdiweli Mohamed Ali has today affirmed the finalization of the draft constitution on 20 April 2012 by the Independent Federal Constitution Commission (IFCC) and Committee...

A bomb blast today hit an Ethiopian troop’s convoy in the central Somali town of Baladweyne. Eyewitnesses who talked to Risaala Radio said that a hand thrown grenade was hurled at the Ethiopian troops...

Reports reaching us from South Africa say that a Somalia youth was today set ablaze by a gang of black South Africans. Sayid Omar Mohamed confirmed to Risaala Radio that indeed three Somali young business...

President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed today held talks with a Kenyan delegation led by its Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Richard Onyango. This delegation landed in Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International...

A delegation led by Kenyan assistant minister for foreign affairs torched down Moments ago at the Adan Ade international airport in Mogadishu

In a statement released from Somalia’s presidential palace signed by President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed today confirmed the dismissal of Mr. Mohamed Muhidin Sheikh Mursal from the ministry of Labor, Youth...

Liido Beach is the most popular beach in Mogadishu and in every week, thousands of people from across Mogadishu visit this place for various entertainment and economical activities.

UN special envoy to Somalia, Augustine Mahiga today arrived in Hargeysa where he was received by senior government officials from Somaliland.

A section of Somalia’s military force today invaded a prison in Mogadishu sparking a fierce gunfire with the prison warders and the police. These clashes erupted after some soldiers tried to release...

Sources in Turkey reveal that Turkey is planning to bring Al-Shabab and Somalia’s Transitional Federal Government to the dialogue table.

Reports reaching our news desk now say that a landmine buried in a key junction connecting Mogadishu’s biggest Bakaara market and the Fire station was discovered by security officials.

A bomb exploded today infront of Mogadishu’s biggest hospital, Madina Hospital.

The prime minister of Ethiopia Meles Zenawi announced that Ethiopian forces inside Somalia will soon return back to their country

A suicide bomber today blew himself up infront of the Presidential palace in Baydhoa.

Italy’s ambassador to Somalia Aderya Madzel who briefed section of the media who were present talked about several issues. He said he talked to some government officials on how to nominate these elders...

Senior TFG and AMISOM commanders today converged in Mogadishu to discuss security issues and on tackling insecurity in the region.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s chief veterinary officer, Dr. Khalid al-Fathead today announced 12 countries as the only ones who will be exporting livestock to Arab country, among them is Somalia.

Sources from Gedo indicate that several people sustained injuries from a twin explosion that rocked the town of Garbahaareey.

The Minister for internal security of Khaatuma State of Somalia, Mohamed Duale Abdi today held a press conference in Mogadishu where he denied that Al-Shabab had presence in his region.

Somalia’s president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed today set up a committee that will enter into negotiations with the breakaway Republic of Somaliland.

The prime minister of Kenya Raila Odinga is on a tour to refugee camps, among the places he visited include Mandheera town in the NFD region and he is expected to visit other neighboring regions which...

The move is designed to achieve the quota allocated to the Kenya Defence Forces since it was incorporated into Amison.

The AMISOM Deputy Force Commander issued an apology today for an incident that happened near Kilometre 2 at approximately 5.30pm yesterday (4th April). An armoured vehicle that AMISOM uses routinely for carrying...

Al-Shabab claims that Puntland is dictated to and administered by foreign powers like America and Ethiopia.

The prime minister of Somalia Abdiweli Ali Gaas said top commanders of Al Shabaab have reached regions in Puntland, especially the mountains of Galgala in Bari region

While addressing a news conference, Russia’s top navy commander, Admiral Kulakov revealed that Russia was planning on expanding and extending its antipiracy operations off the waters of Somalia.

Five people lost their lives while twenty others got injured in road accidents that occurred in Village 12 and another one that happened in the outskirts of Garowe, the headquarters of Puntland.

Somalia Prime Minister, Abdiwali Mohamed Ali Gaas, while briefing the media, said that his government has made progress against insurgency and that the war against the Al-Shabab will be concluded very...

The Somalia’s minister for internal affairs and security Abdi Samad Maalin Mahmud Sheikh Hassan Farah gave a media briefing today in Mogadishu, he said they will soon expose those who facilitated and are responsible...

President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed today declared that his government will have eradicated Al-Shabab elements from the whole of Somalia by the end of August this year.

Sources in Baydhoa indicate that a bomb blast struck the town’s city square, injuring five people. The remote controlled landmine is said to have targeted a convoy of Somali government troops in the area....

The president of the semiautonomous Somalia state of Puntland, Abdurrahman Sheikh Mohamed Faroole urged the residents of Puntland to prepare to defend their country against the aggressions of the Al-Shabab...

Reports say that a battle broke out between Ahlusuna and Al-Shabab fighters yesterday night in some parts of Galgaduud province in central Somalia.

As confirmed by Somalia’s ambassador to Kenya Mohamed Ali Noor Ameerico members of parliament Mowlid Ma’aane and Feisal Hajji Elmi passed on today in Nairobi Kenya

Commanders of the government of Somalia said they arrested a man wearing an explosive laden jacket with the intension of killing the army general of Somalia Abdikariin Yusuf Dhaga Badan

A contingent of AMISOM troops arrives in Baydhabo, the Headquarters of Baay province.

Sources in Baay regions indicate that the Southern Somali town of Buurhakaba has fallen to the Somali Transitional Federal Government forces.

Details coming in from the shooting of reporter may God have mercy on him Mahad Salad Adan (Mahad Jamal) who was shot dead later today in Baladweyne

United Nations special envoy to Somalia, Augustine P. Mahiga condemned yesterday’s deadly suicide attack that left at least seven people dead and many others injured.

Al-Shabab claimed responsibility for yesterday deadly suicide attack in the National Theatre that claimed the lives of several people and maimed others including top government officials and innocent civilians....

Somali government's Security agencies today displayed the body of a woman believed to have carried out the deadly suicide bomb attack on the National Theatre.

Somalia Embassy in Libya reported the death of Somali Immigrants who perished in the Mediterranean Sea while trying to cross to Italy.

While events to mark the first anniversary of the Somali National TV in Mogadishu’s National Theatre were underway, a female suicide bomber blew herself up in the crowd causing casualties and injuries...

Somali pirates today released an Iranian cargo ship which they hijacked 8 day ago from the shores of Maldives.

The situation in Buuhodle region remains calm after heavy fighting today between Somaliland and Khaatuma state

Officials from the Yemen army told the Al Arabiya TV seven of their troops were killed after attack on a security checkpoint.

The president of Somaliland, Mohamed Mahamod Silaanyo today received in his office a Turkish delegation led by its ambassador to Somalia, Mr. Kani Torun.

Al-Shabab vows to escalate its attacks on AMISOM and Government troops stationed in Dayniile.

TFG troops backed by AMISOM forces today attacked Al-Shabab positions in Dayniile district seizing the entire region. Al-shabab had presence in the area until today, losing the entire district to the government...

A circulation from the office of the president of Somalia relieved the agricultural minister who is also the deputy prime minister of his duties

Somalia's Prime Minister announced today that Alshabab has lost the little support they had from the people and that the Somalis have lost confidence in them and were now fade up with them.

Alshabab fighters vow to escalate shelling Somalia’s presidential palace, Villa Somalia.

A Russian newspaper wrote that Russia is sending fresh troops to join the mission to fight pirates along the coast of Somalia

The president of the transitional federal government of Somalia Shariif Sheikh Ahmed has left for Iraq today after he received an official invitation from the leaders of Iraq.

A plane carrying President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed today landed in Adaado town. Adaado town situated in Galgaduud province is under the administration of “Ximin iyo Xeeb”.

Ahlusuna forces backed by Ethiopian troops today seized the central town of Mahaas in Hiraan province.

The Al-Shabaab group has vowed to counter the renewed assault against them by Ethiopian and Ahlusuna forces

Ahlusuna and Ethiopian troops today seized Eel-Buur town without meeting any resistance. This came a day after Alshabab fighters and administration vacated the town and fled although it’s not clear...

5 people are confirmed dead and 10 others wounded as Warta Nabada district come under mortar attack

Sources in Eel-Buur indicate that Alshabab fighters have vacated entirely the whole of Eel-Buur town which is situated in Galgaduud province.

It is the first time AMISOM and Government forces carry out a joint operation to fish out members of the Al-Shabaab. They arrested some members of Al-Shabaab

In a meeting held on Friday by EU defense ministers, European Union’s antipiracy operation was extended by 2 more years and a proposal to combat pirates both on sea and on land was approved.

A statement released from Uganda’s statehouse indicates that Ugandan president; Yuweri Museveni has named a new head for AMISOM.

The former president of Somalia honorable Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed died an hour ago in a hospital in Dubai city in UAE.

Government troops today exchanged gunfire in Wadajir district in Banadir province.

Commanders of the government of Somalia troops say they are headed for Hudur district in Bakool region, a town under Al-Shabaab

The Arab League is to discuss Somalia among other issues in its parliament sitting which is to open in Cairo today.

A report produced today by the United Nations high commission for refugees (UNHCR) shows that it’s worried about the renewed attacks in Mogadishu

As reports say, a car laden with explosives was today detonated around the Workers House along Maka Al-mukarama Avenue.

Reports say that heavy fighting is ongoing in Eel-Dheer village in the outskirts of Dhuusamareeb between Ahlusuna and Alshabab fighters.

News reaching our studios from Dhuusomareeb town in Galgaduud region is saying the town of Dhuusomareeb fall into the control of Al-Shabaab after heavy fighting that went on for hours with Al-Shabaab on the offensive

Abdullahi Ahmed Adow today revealed his credentials for the top job and setout objectives, agendas and goals if he is to win the presidential election which is to be held this year.

Abdale Hussein Yahye Isnaay who is our reporter and correspondent in Sudan revealed that today’s meeting was held between Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and his Sudanese counterpart, Omar...

A spokesman who talked on behalf of Sierra Leone’s Defense Ministry by the name Major Ken Jabbi announced that the 850 troops who are to join AMISOM are prepared and ready for deployment.

A wide delegation led by Sharif Hassan Sheikh Adan landed in Baydhabo today, the headquarters of Baay Province. This delegation included some parliamentarians who earlier announced the dismissal of Sharif...

The TFG Somalia said they are soon going to seize Afgooye in lower Shebelle from Al-Shabaab

Hundreds of Mogadishu residents took to the streets in support of the government troops, this rally was held in Kaaraan Banaadir region

Abuu Mansour Al-Amriki, one of the top ranking Al-Shabaab officials said he survived an attempt on his life by Al-Shabaab

A report compiled on Friday by a Ugandan newspaper, The Observer, reveals that AMISOM troops were not paid any salary for more than four months. The newspaper which made contacts with the families of these...

Government troops backed by AMISOM today made advances capturing more positions from the Alshabab in the outskirts of Mogadishu. The TFG forces nearly reached Keydsaneey and Galgalato which are more than...

The independent constitutional committee announced that it is sending committees to all parts of the country. The head of the independent constitutional committee Abdullahi Hassan Jaama who talked to Risaala...

At a cabinet meeting headed by the prime minister of Somalia Abdi wali Mohamed Ali Gaas they discussed a number of issues topped by national security and establishing a government administration on the newly...

Hundreds of government troops today concluded military training in Mogadishu. Various sermons and celebrations were held to mark the event.

The foreign affairs ministry of Somalia urged its citizens living in South Africa to return home

A suicide bomber today detonated himself at the front part of Somalia’s presidential residence, Villa Somalia. Alshabab who has recently merged with Al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for today’s blasts.

Details are still emerging from a suicide bomb explosion at front part of villa Somalia today.

NAIROBI, Kenya — Al-Qaida-linked Somali insurgents say they are expelling British aid group Save the Children from areas under their control.

A senior commander of Kenya’s armed Forces announced on Monday that Kenya will contribute 4600 soldiers to the African Union peace keeping operation in Somalia.

To our honorable readers, we are presenting u with pictures showing the ongoing repairs and renovations of KM4 in the Capital City, Mogadishu.

News reaching our studios from Beledweyne are saying after Eshaa prayer a hand thrown explosive was thrown at the house of Yusuf Hagar Daba Geed, the former PC of Hiraan in his Beledweyene residence

Reports reaching us indicate that there is a heavy fighting ongoing in the areas between Baardheere and Fah-Fahdhuun.

The situation in Kaaraan is calm this morning after heavy fighting broke out last night between the joint forces of TFG and AMISOM against Al-Shabaab

The explosion was caused by grenade that was targeted at Machakos bus station in Nairobi Kenya

Ahlusunah, TFG forces backed by Ethiopian troops clashed today with the Alshabab group in Yurkud region. The fighting broke out after Alshabab fighters attacked the town that lays at the border between...

Ethiopian forces are set to leave Baladweyne, Baydhabo and other parts of the country they occupy now by the end of April this year. The Ethiopian forces will pave way for the Djiboutian, Ugandan and Burundian...

The Spokesman of Al-Shabaab, Ali Mahmud Raage alias Ali Dhere talks about Turkeys ongoing humanitarian operations in Somalia.

The president of Somali’s transitional federal government said his government will appoint a committee that will work on the relationship between the TFG and Somaliland’s administration.

A function to celebrate Women’s Day was held in Mogadishu today. This function was attended by the president, Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, cabinet ministers and some high ranking government officials.

Alshabab commander, Hassan Dahir Aweys talks about Somalia’s current situation and the seceding of Somaliland. Sheikh Dahir Aweys who was talking to an Alshabab controlled radio station said that country...

The European Union pledges to increase its funding for AMISOM by 100 million Euros by 2013.

It was only yesterday when the first Turkish Airline started its operations and flights to Mogadishu.

The Somalia community leaving in Saudi Arabia awarded the Turkish Prime Minister Mr. Erdogan a medal of honor; they gave the medal to Turkish ambassador to Saudi

The delegation that reached Garbahaarey, the headquarters of Gedo region returned to Mogadishu yesterday evening

Armed group Al-Shabaab which is fighting the AMISOM and government of Somalia forces announced they reached parts of Mogadishu on foot

Reports coming from Gaalkaayo town, the headquarters of Mudug region are saying a reporter based in Gaalkaayo town was assassinated

The Ugandan army commander who is currently in Mogadishu, Paul Lokech announces plans to capture and free other parts of the country in the coming few days.

Military commanders of the TFG of Somalia said they will continue with their military operations and they promised to reach all parts of the country which are under Al-Shabaab’s control

TFG commanders in Gedo region announce plans to capture Buurdhuubo from the Al-Qaeda-linked Alshabab. Reports indicate that government troops are carrying out final preparations for a combat.

Government troops backed by the African Union peacekeepers today attacked Alshabab-held positions in Heliwaa district in the outskirts of Mogadishu. Government and AU forces seized Alshabab bases and generally...

The president of Somalia Sheikh Shariif Sheikh Ahmed urged the re-construction of buildings that belonged to government ministries

Sheikh Isaak Hussein Mursal, who is a leader of the Ahlusuna of Southern Somalia, confirmed to Risaala Media that jetfighters hit Alshabab targets in Buurdhuubo in Gedo province.

Prime minister of Somalia Prof Abdiweli Mohamed Ali arrived in Stockholm the capital of Sweden today after he concluded his visit to Norway

Military aircrafts were seen today flying at low level over the Alshabab held areas in the outskirts of Mogadishu and some parts of lower Shabelle....

A delegation led by the Deputy Prime Minister who is also the Defense minister, Hussein Arab Iise arrives in Baydoa at about 11:30 am.

Mogadishu, 28 February, 2012-- The National Union of Somali Journalists, while saddened by the killing of the Somaliweyn Radio director condemns the strongest terms possible to the shooting to death of the media...

Former director of Somaliweyn Media, which has since then closed down, was shot dead at the main market in Wadajir, Mogadishu.

The prime minister of Somalia Prof Abdiweli Mohamed Ali who is currently in Norway on an official visit met with Norwegian officials and they discussed the two countries relations, the London conference,...

Press Release A meeting that All Clan Elders in Benadir region have held today (February 26, 2012) at Indian Ocean University in Mogadishu and discussed the plan that TFG is evicting the residents from...

Our valued readers we present you with pictures that we took when we visited parts of the Heart Street and 30th Street.

The US government said they carried out an air raid on Friday in southern Somalia in which they killed high ranking officials from Al-Shabaab and Al Qaeda.

As it published by the Daily Nation newspaper from Kenya, the last 48 hours saw the escape of foreign fighters fighting alongside al Shabaab to Yemen

The prime minister of Somalia Abdi Wali Mohammed Gaas who is currently in London for the London conference on Somalia welcomed a move by the European Union to carry targeted air strikes on Alshabab strongholds

Introduction 1. The London Conference on Somalia took place at Lancaster House on 23rd February 2012, attended by fifty-five delegations from Somalia and the international community.

Introduction 1. The London Conference on Somalia took place at Lancaster House on 23rd February 2012, attended by fifty-five delegations from Somalia and the international community. ...

The conference to discuss Somalia’s future opens in Lancaster House, London. Several international and regional leaders are attending this conference.

News reaching our desk from Baydhabo city which is the headquarter of bay province has established that Baydhabo city is now under government of Somalia and Ethiopian troops who seized it earlier in a joint...

The chairman of the Arab league Nabil Al Arabi urged the Arab nations to support Somalia on humanitarian, security and financial issues while talking to representatives of the member countries of the Arab...

A press statement released by the secretary general Ban Ki-Moon, states that he welcomes the conference that was held in Garowe, Puntland state of Somalia.

Members of the Security Council last night passed motion to increase the number of AMISOM forces in Somalia Special envoy of the United Nation to Somalia Augustine Philipe Mahiga

housands of Mogadishu residents gathered at the transport union grounds opposite ex fiyoore in support for peace and it was participated by the president of Somalia the cabinet and other high ranking government...

A delegation from the United Nations has today arrived in Mogadishu. The delegates met with top government officials and they said they will make a resettlement program for the evictees.

A Ugandan delegation that includes its foreign affairs minister, the commander of its armed forces and the newly appointed ambassador of Uganda to Somalia arrive at Mogadishu today.

AMISOM deputy commander, Audace Nduwumunsi announces plans to attack and take over areas within the outskirts of Mogadishu which are now controlled by Alshabab. This come shortly After Alshabab joined...

Internal security minister of Kenya Gorge Saitoti informed all the security agencies to be cautious of anybody entering the country

The Turkish ambassador to Somalia Jamalutin Kani Torum, today in a media briefing at his office in Mogadishu said that the Turkish government did not come to Somalia to trouble the Somali people but instead...

Britain and USA today expressed concerns over the implications of the unification of Al-Qaeda and Alshabab, according to a written statement released by the foreign secretariat of Britain

A written statement from the office of the united nation high commission for refugees writes that 11 people died when a boat there were traveling in capsized in the Gulf of Aden.

The Somali militant group, Alshabab officially joined Al-Qaeda today. This was confirmed in an audio visual message that was posted from an Al-Qaeda controlled broadcast and a post on the internet

The African Union’s deputy envoy to Somalia, Mr. Wafula Wamanyinyi and commanders of AMISOM, held a press conference today at the headquarters of AMISOM in Mogadishu.

Further details are coming in from a bomb attack that happened when an explosive-laden vehicle detonated this evening at a restaurant next hotel Muna in Hamarweyne district Banaadir province.

The African Union announces that they will mediate between parliamentarians so as to end the infighting in the parliament and also to end the political deadlock

A fears fighting raged on at an Ethiopian base near the Ugaas Khalif area in the outskirts of the Baladweyne town. The fighting broke out after Alshabab fighters attacked and shelled the Ethiopian troop’s...

A fight has broken out in Sool this morning between the forces of Somaliland and those of the newly established Khatuma State. After offenses and counter-offences, the fighting spread out to Maygagle,...

Abdifataah Ibrahim Rashid, who was elected as assistant speaker of parliament by section of the parliamentarians of Somalia talked about the prolonged dispute between members of the Somali parliament.

The African union peacekeepers, AMISOM 06-02-2012 distributed medicine and medical equipment to internally displaced people in camps near the international airport in Mogadishu.

In Somalia, government forces backed by Ethiopian troops are set to advance on the Bay and Bakool regions, key strongholds of the militant group al-Shabab. The Islamist group has vowed to resist any foreign...

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Kenyan police Sunday arrested a Muslim preacher who had been previously arrested but acquitted of the 2002 bombing of an Israeli-owned hotel near Mombasa which killed 15 people.

Six months after the first declaration of famine in Somalia, hundreds of thousands remain at risk, the Disasters Emergency Committee is warning.

Two international aid agencies say tens of thousands of lives could have been saved if the international community had responded earlier to the 2011 drought in the Horn of Africa.

MOGADISHU, Somalia - (AP) -- Six months after the U.N. declared Somalia's capital a famine zone, the number of refugees in the capital is dwindling, as most of the men have gone home to try to revive devastated...

The International Committee of the Red Cross has announced a temporary suspension of food aid distribution in southern Somalia after local authorities blocked 140 trucks from reaching more than 240,000...

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — A bomb exploded in a crowded refugee camp in Somalia's capital on Thursday, only minutes after a group of U.N. officials and international journalists left a nearby feeding...

Ghana's former president Jerry Rawlings says African countries, not the International Criminal Court (ICC), should try any African leaders accused of war crimes.

Eritrea’s envoy to the United Nations says his country is vindicated following a recently-released preliminary U.N. report that found insufficient evidence that Asmara provided weapons to Somalia militant...

The Committee to Protect Journalists is alarmed by the deteriorating press conditions in the semi-autonomous republic of Somaliland after this weekend's detention of 21 journalists protesting a police...

Denmark said on Tuesday the Seychelles had refused to take 25 suspected Somali pirates detained by one of its warships earlier this month, highlighting the difficulty of putting pirates on trial.

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — An insurgent spokesman and residents in a southern Somali town said two Kenyan fighter jets apparently targeting a militant camp instead killed five children, as a Kenyan military...

WILLMAR — The story of Somali refugees settling in Willmar is part of the ongoing story of a city and a nation that has been built on immigration.

New York — The Committee to Protect Journalists is alarmed by the recent spate of arrests of independent reporters in the semi-autonomous republic of Somaliland.

Nations: India has advocated adoption of a comprehensive counter-piracy strategy by the international community to tackle the growing problem of maritime piracy off the coast of Somalia.

At least five people, including three Administration Police officers were killed when suspected Al Shabaab militants attacked a police camp in Wajir on Wednesday night.

The Dutch government has banned the use of khat (miraa), dealing a second blow to the livelihoods of Kenyan farmers who rely on the crop for revenue.

Studying in Denizli’s Private Servergazi High School, sixteen students first time in their lives played snowball with each other as first snow of the season falls on Denizli streets after a long time.

A man said to be a Kenyan fighting for the Al-Shabaab has been executed by the Somali militant group for alleged espionage.

Gunmen killed three Kenyan police and wounded two others in the latest of a string of attacks in the northeastern border region with war-torn Somalia, police said Thursday.

RFA Fort Victoria, which is on patrol near Somalia and is part of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, a civilian-manned fleet which provides support for the Navy, forced pirates to abandon an attempt to hijack...

Somala's Prime minister Abdiwali Mohamed Ali blames the International Community for its failure to fund his government to implement the Roadmap.

The Dutch government has announced that it will ban the use of the mild narcotic khat. It is a leaf-based drug that, when chewed, releases juices that act as natural stimulants and is popular with the Somali...

Kenya's military said its troops killed six Somali militants and injured dozens others during a fierce clash in Tabda in southern Somalia on Tuesday.

The United Nations' 20-year-old arms embargo on Somalia is severely hampering the fight against terror groups in the country, a top minister has said.

Police are concerned about the increasing number of foreign nationals travelling to Kenya en-route to Somalia to join the Al Shabaab militia in their battle.

The Malaysian Medical Relief Society (Mercy Malaysia) is to develop a new project for Somali children, called "the Children Friendly Space programme," to ensure their well-being is safeguarded against...

(AP) – The security bulletins warning of an impending assault by terrorists are rising in intensity as Kenya's capital increases security measures in hopes of preventing what would be the first massive...

A new video message posted to a jihadist website calls on Muslim youths in Kenya to join the Somali militant group al-Shabab in its fight against Kenyan forces. While the message is typical of the group's...

The video was released by Sheikh Ahmed Iman Ali, the self-proclaimed de facto leader of Kenyan Al-Shabaab fighters in Somalia.

A former American soldier with specialist intelligence and cryptology training has been charged with trying to join Somalia's Al-Qaeda-linked Shebab militants, US justice officials said Monday.

Residents of North Eastern Province have been urged to be on the alert following intelligence reports of an impending suicide bombing attack by Al Shabaab.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A former U.S. Army soldier trained in intelligence and cryptology has been arrested and charged for trying to help the Somali al Shabaab militant group, an al Qaeda affiliate, the U.S....

A man from east London held in Kenya could assist with the investigation into a suspected terrorist plot, a Kenyan police spokesman said.

Kenya's North Eastern province which immediately borders the conflict-torn Somalia has suffered a wave of attacks which have mostly relied on grenades and makeshift bombs.

Taiwan has raised US$1.71 million in humanitarian aid for four East African countries devastated by famine, the Red Cross Society of the Republic of China said Jan. 9.

Dadaab (IRIN)— Several community leaders among the 463,000 mostly Somali residents of the world's largest refugee complex have left the facility in eastern Kenya, fearing for their safety after the killing...

Kenya and Uganda could be headed for a collision course following UN reports that a Ugandan rebel group, the resurgent Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), is using Nairobi as a financial hub for its armed...

The International Criminal Court (ICC) will this month rule on whether six political figures suspected of masterminding the deadly violence that followed a disputed presidential election in December 2007...

Kenya Defence Forces spokesman Colonel Cyrus Oguna said many others have been injured in the operation which started three months ago.

Narratives featuring strange lands with scintillating beauty, unexpected adventures with buxom brunettes, Gothic gardens with sunken treasures and billowing sails underlie smash hit movie series like Pirates...

Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi called the U.S. Navy's rescue of 13 Iranian fishermen from Somalia pirates a humanitarian gesture.

Over three thousand Somali women walked proudly in the streets of Mogadishu to highlight women’s efforts for peace and democracy.

One of the Minnesota businesses that stopped sending wire transfers from the U.S. to Somalia last week said it would re-open Friday to allow transfers in small dollar amounts.

Somali pirates have released the Indian-flagged Savina Al-Salaam and its 16-member crew without ransom on Thursday, according to maritime security forces and Somalian media reports.

A Kenyan spokesman says jet fighters have killed dozens of al-Qaida-linked militants gathered in southern Somalia, as part of an ongoing effort to force them out of the country.

Africa's top security official says the allied military offensive currently underway in Somalia is systematically destroying the al-Qaida linked militant group al-Shabab. The African Union is asking the United...

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), which claims to be the largest health provider in Somalia, says it is now facing a tough decision, whether to remain in the famine-plagued nation, after the fatal shooting...

Friday, January 06, 2012 ADDIS ABABA (AFP) – The African Union on Thursday asked the United Nations to authorise an increase of its peacekeeping force in war-torn Somalia by 5,700 to 17,700 amid mounting...

By Robb Murray Free Press Staff Writer

The African Union is preparing to intensify its military campaign against Somalia's al-Qaida inspired al-Shabab militants. The United Nations Security Council is being asked to upgrade the size and the firepower...

Twenty illegal Somali migrants suffocated to death as they were being smuggled in a cramped container truck through Tanzania, their bodies dumped on the road, police said on Wednesday.

A British report issued Thursday called for "decisive action" to contain the growing problem of piracy off the coast of Somalia.

The African Union is set to launch a new integrated military strategy to fight the Al-Shabaab extremist group in Somalia.

A major bank in Minneapolis has closed the accounts of companies wiring money to Somalia from their U.S.-based families, creating a crisis for Somalis who depend on the U.S. funds.

Kenya’s military says its forces killed three militant fighters from Al-Shabab in a battle in Somalia.

Two Kenya Revenue Authority officials escaped death after a vehicle they were using to patrol the Kenya-Somalia border in Mandera missed a remote controlled explosive device.

Medecins Sans Fontieres is withdrawing non-Somali staff from a hospital in Mogadishu where two of its staff were shot dead but the aid group hopes to maintain its operation in Somalia despite the danger,...

BAHRAIN is embarking on its second development project to help the people of Somalia, who have been beset by drought, famine and two decades of war.

Somali Islamist insurgents said Monday they were reinforcing positions around a key town close to the Ethiopian border, two days after it was taken by Ethiopian and Somali government forces.

The director of Belgium's chapter of Doctors Without Borders said Saturday he is increasingly concerned about two kidnapped workers being held in Somalia following the shooting deaths of two other workers...

The Uganda People’s defence Forces (UPDF) joins and congratulates compatriots who have successfully ended the year 2011. Of course, the UPDF is well aware that the year had many challenges, but we look...

A gunman opened fire Sunday at a refugee camp in eastern Kenya, killing a refugee leader before escaping in the second such incident in a week, police and the UN told AFP.

The Government of Puntland State of Somalia welcomes the Ethiopian military intervention in parts of south-central Somalia to bolster the ongoing Somali-led military campaign to remove Al Shabaab terrorists...

Five people were killed Saturday night in a blast in a bar in the eastern Kenyan town of Garissa, close to the border with Somalia, police officers said.

Qatar Charity (QC) has established seven relief projects in Somalia, benefiting some 20,000 displaced families.

Police shot three people suspected to be members of Al Shabaab terror group in Lamu.

Turkish aid organization, Kimse Yok Mu opened a school in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia.

"It is my joy to address you, as we prepare to usher in a New Year - 2012. I thank the Almighty God for mercifully watching over our country.

Kenya will host an anti-piracy conference at heads of state level on February 9 and 10 in Nairobi, a foreign ministry official said on Saturday.

Gunmen sprayed bullets at New Year revelers in two bars in northeastern Kenya on Sunday, killing at least two people, a witness and police said, the latest in a wave of attacks near the border with Somalia.

Fifty-five children have died of cholera and severe malnutrition in Somalia, which is currently experiencing a famine after over two decades of war, Press TV reports.

Police have released the names of 15 men they believe hold key information that could help unravel the Al-Shabaab militia.The suspects are said to have left Kismayu recently for Kenya and some are believed...

Ethiopian forces have captured the central Somali town of Beledweyne from al-Shabab Islamist militants.

Somalis demonstrating in Minneapolis Friday say their families in Somalia will starve now that Sunrise Community Banks has closed the accounts of money-wiring companies.

Two staff members of Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), an independent organization for medical humanitarian aid, were killed in an attack on the charity’s compound in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia.

From yesterday’s Washington Post, in an article entitled “Under Obama, an emerging global apparatus for drone killing“:

Kenya is looking at a long-drawn war in Somalia in 2012 contrary to the earlier indications that it was going to be a swift operation.

Somalia MPs have protested the country’s Ministry of Interior’s move to ban parliamentary sessions for four weeks.

When Somali refugee Madina Ali escaped harsh drought and famine in Somalia, she hoped to find a better life in Ethiopia’s Dolo Ado camp.

Security agencies have advised people to be cautious during the Christmas season in shopping malls, hotels and other public places owing to the continuous threats from the terrorist groups such as the al-Shabaab.

A Somali family that was visited by Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a tent city approximately four months ago have named their 2-month old baby boy "Turkiye".

With the Libya campaign seen as mission accomplished, Britain reiterates it is eyeing another conflict-torn African country – Somalia. The UK cites threats to its national security, but some analysts...

UNITED NATIONS— The UN envoy to Yemen said Wednesday he expects President Abdullah Ali Saleh to leave the country for medical treatment for injuries from a June assassination attempt and to honor a deal...

ROME — Somali pirates have freed an Italian oil tanker hijacked in February with five Italians and 17 Indians on board after more than 10 months in captivity, the Italian government said on Wednesday.

MOGADISHU, Somalia — A witness says that a Kenyan air force raid killed at least seven people, including a child, in a village in southern Somalia.

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) today urged the Somali Transitional Federal Government to launch an immediate investigation to identify the killer - and whoever ordered the murder - of Abdisalan...

A journalist with a Somali television channel was shot dead in the capital Sunday by a man wearing a government soldier's uniform, witnesses said.

Yemen will need almost $500 million in aid to avert a humanitarian crisis on the scale of the starvation and drought that ravaged the Horn of Africa this year, aid agencies warned yesterday.

by: Stephen Roblin, Truthout | News Analysis

A policeman stands by the still-burning remains of a car shortly after it exploded in Mogadishu on December 6. Several people were killed when the explosives-laden vehicle was detonated.

Mogadishu - Leaders from one of Somalia's semi-autonomous regions said on Wednesday they were ready to fight another federal state in the war-torn country and called for soldiers to prepare their arms.

Al-Shabab rebel group in Somalia released today details of ten Burundian soldiers of the African Union forces in Somalia [AMISOM] those were killed in heavy gun battle in Daynile district, south of Mogadishu...

Our insatiable appetite for camels is taking its toll. The population of the humpy beast in the Middle East is rapidly declining, threatening herds around the world.

Geneva (ICRC) – On 10 December, a nutritional centre run by the Somali Red Crescent Society in the southern Somali town of Bardera was hit by an air strike. The facility, which was empty at the time...

GARISSA, Kenya — Twin blasts killed one police officer and wounded nine soldiers in northern Kenya on Sunday, local officials said, in the latest in a string of attacks since Kenyan troops crossed the border...

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NAIROBI, Kenya — A Kenyan military spokesman says that eight Kenyan serviceman have been killed since Kenya sent troops into Somalia a month ago.

NAIROBI, Kenya U.S. cables made public by WikiLeaks show the United States warned Kenya two years ago not to launch an offensive in southern Somalia against al-Qaida-allied al-Shabab rebels, but a U.S....

A court in Sri Lanka has jailed former army chief Sarath Fonseka for three years for implicating the government in war crimes.

Famine no longer exists in three of the worst-affected areas of Somalia following the intervention of aid agencies, the United Nations has said.

On Friday her National League for Democracy said it would register to run in the as yet unscheduled by-elections. The party boycotted the last polls in November 2010, the first in 20 years.

Six men have gone on trial in Paris over an attack on a yacht in September 2008, in the first French prosecution of suspected Somali pirates.

{AP} A military spokesman says Kenya was not behind strong explosions heard in a Somali town that is on a target list published by Kenya's military.

Somali pirates may be dropping their ransom demands by up to 50% following the Kenyan invasion, as Kenyan troops disrupt pirate bases and supply lines and patrol the Somali coast.

MOGADISHU, Somalia (UPI) -- Al-Shabaab forces are consolidating fighters in southern Somalia in a united stance against Kenyan forces massed along the border, an analysis finds.

A devastated dad claims a wall of silence in Manchester's Somali community is stopping police finding his two children snatched from the family home.

Representatives from Turkish aid groups joined a wedding held in the Somali capital of Mogadishu, the Anatolia news agency reported on Wednesday.Abdulmuttalib Hashim Nuurre,

¶ NAIROBI, Kenya — A Somali lawmaker was gunned down on a Mogadishu street on Wednesday, a day after four explosions in several neighborhoods of Somalia’s capital killed at least one person and injured...

Italy's cost of borrowing has touched a new record, a day after Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said he would resign once budget reforms were passed.

Since famine was declared in Somalia July 2011, over 110,000 children in the region have been admitted to UNICEF-supported therapeutic centres for severe and moderate acute malnutrition.

Italian prime minister says he will step down as soon as new budget law passes through parliament as majority collapses.

Threats made by Democratic Republic of Congo opposition leader Etienne Tshisekedi could amount to treason, the government has said.

Turnout in Liberia's presidential run-off appears low following an opposition boycott over fraud claims and deadly clashes on Monday.

NAIROBI, KENYA (Worthy News)– Two people were killed when suspected Islamic militants attacked a church in eastern Kenya, adding to concerns about increased violence against devoted Christians in the African...

AIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan says fishermen on a Taiwanese boat fought back against Somali pirates and freed themselves after a hijacking in the Indian Ocean.

Two Kenyan officials say a land mine or explosive device went off along a road in the world's largest refugee camp, in eastern Kenya near the border with Somalia.

Two US assassination drone attacks have left at least 75 people dead and about 80 others wounded in southern Somalia, Press TV reports.