Mogadishu (Salmurux News) — The Deputy Minister of Health of the Federal Government of Somalia, Mohamed Hassan Mohamed (Bullaale), has made history by becoming the first Somali government minister to officially visit the Somali National Association of the Deaf (SONAD) headquarters — a groundbreaking step highlighting the importance of standing with the country’s disabled community….
Mogadishu (Salmurux News) — Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed delivered a fiery speech today at the opposition conference underway at Jazeera Hotel in Mogadishu, focusing sharply on the state of the national armed forces and the ongoing fight against the militant group Al-Shabaab. Sheikh Sharif directly accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s administration of…
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s top opposition leaders wrapped up a high-level political conference today in Mogadishu, where they addressed the country’s election process, ongoing security challenges, and the future of Somalia’s governance. The conference, which drew a powerful lineup of former presidents, prime ministers, parliamentary speakers, and key opposition figures, marked a significant moment in…
Geneva, Switzerland – May 12, 2025 In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, the United States and China have reached a new agreement to reduce trade tariffs, signaling a possible end to years of economic tension between the two global superpowers. The agreement was finalized in Geneva, Switzerland, after weeks of intensive negotiations involving senior officials from…
Washington, D.C. – May 4, 2025 – A new legislative proposal in the U.S. Senate could result in the suspension of crucial counter-terrorism funding to Somalia, citing concerns over governance, transparency, and the misuse of financial aid, according to multiple congressional sources. The draft legislation, which is currently being reviewed by Senate committees, aims to…
BOSASO – More than 20 people were killed and over 10 others wounded during two days of intense fighting between Islamic State (IS) militants and security forces from Somalia’s Puntland region, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Brigadier General Mohamud Mohamed Ahmed, a spokesperson for Puntland’s security operations, told VOA’s Somali Service that 15 IS fighters and…
The Israeli government has approved a new ceasefire agreement with Hamas, scheduled to take effect on Sunday, alongside a prisoner exchange deal. This decision came after lengthy negotiations lasting several hours until late in the evening. Two far-right ministers opposed the agreement. The Israeli Security and War Council had earlier endorsed the agreement, describing it…
Puntland security forces have successfully defused a roadside bomb planted by ISIS and Al-Shabaab militants near the Almiskat Mountains. This operation, part of ongoing efforts to combat extremism in Somalia, resulted in no casualties. It marks another step in Puntland’s campaign to dismantle terrorist networks and secure the region. In recent years, Puntland has faced…
After extensive discussions, an agreement was reached last night to bury six soldiers from the Federal Government forces who were killed 10 days ago in the Ceel-Baraf district. A state funeral was held on the outskirts of Beledweyne city for the soldiers killed in Ceel-Baraf. The ceremony was attended by clan elders from both sides,…
On January 1, 2025 (corresponding to 1st of Rajab 1446), the Director General of the Ministry of Religious and Islamic Affairs of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Ibrahim Nadara, visited the Somali National Deaf Schools (SONAD). Mr. Nadara was warmly received at the school by officials from the Somali National Association of the Deaf…
