Tag: Somalia
🇸🇴 Al-Shabaab: The Rise, Strategy, and Financial Power of Somalia’s Most Notorious Jihadist Group
The History of Al-Shabaab Al-Shabaab, meaning “The Youth” in Arabic, emerged in Somalia in the early 2000s as the militant wing of the now-defunct Islamic Courts Union (ICU). The ICU briefly controlled large parts of Somalia, including the capital Mogadishu, before being ousted by Ethiopian forces in 2006. After the ICU’s fall, Al-Shabaab splintered off…
US and Israel Reportedly Seek Palestinian Resettlement in East Africa: A Diplomatic Powder Keg?
By Tékpwfárí Stíx Él Rá| Pan-African News Blog The United States and Israel are reportedly engaging in high-level discussions with several East African governments about a controversial plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza. According to sources, officials from Washington and Tel Aviv have contacted representatives from Sudan, Somalia, and Somaliland to explore potential relocation options…
Ethiopia Establishes Transit Customs Points in Berbera Port, Strengthening Trade Ties with Somaliland
The Ethiopian government has officially opened transit customs points at the Port of Berbera in Somaliland. These facilities will facilitate the transport of cargo unloaded at the port to various destinations within Ethiopia, according to an announcement from Somaliland’s Ministry of Financial Development. This development marks a significant step in the implementation of a memorandum…
🇸🇴🇲🇬 At Least 22 Somalis Dead After Boats Capsize off Madagascar
At least 22 Somali citizens died when two migrant boats capsized off the coast of Madagascar over the weekend, Somalia’s Information Minister Daud Aweis said. Madagascar’s Port, Maritime, and River Authority (APMF) said the boats had set sail from Somalia for the French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte on Nov. 2, a journey of several…
🇸🇴 Somali Parliament Passes Universal Suffrage Law
In a significant political development, Somalia’s parliament has passed a landmark electoral reform bill that paves the way for a transition to universal suffrage, which will replace the current indirect election system. Under the new system, the Somali people will be able to elect their leaders directly, a major step towards democratization for a country…
🌍🇺🇸 US Elections: How African leaders responded to Trump’s victory as America’s 47th President
This morning, congratulatory messages from world leaders have been pouring in, and African leaders are also joining in to offer their well-wishes. Some of them were: Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The Zimbabwean president congratulated Trump on the social platform X, writing: “Congratulations to President elect @realdonaldtrump on your election victory. The world needs more leaders…
Turkey’s oil exploration in Somalia raises regional concerns
Turkey has launched a significant oil and gas exploration mission off Somalia’s coast, with the state-owned Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) leading the operation. The Turkish exploration vessel, now in Somali waters, is set to conduct seismic surveys over the coming months, marking a new phase in Turkey’s strategy to expand its energy reach beyond the…
🇸🇴🇮🇱 Israel-Somaliland Military Deal to Spark Diplomatic Tensions with Somalia
Israel’s plans to establish a military base in Somaliland is likely to heighten diplomatic tensions between Somalia and the Middle Eastern state. According to the Qatari state-funded Middle East Monitor, Israel is eyeing a northern Somalia military base to monitor activities in Yemen and the Bab al-Mandab Strait. In exchange, Israel is expected to recognise…
Somalia Wants Ethiopia Excluded From Force Battling Al-Shabaab 🇸🇴🇪🇹
Somalia has issued conditions to Ethiopia for its inclusion in the African Union Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) which is set to replace the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATIMIS) in January 2025. In reaction to last week’s Ethiopian Foreign Affairs statement that Addis will not withdraw its 3000 troops in Somalia with or…
Sweden to Offer Immigrants $34,000 to Return Home Starting in 2026
In a significant shift in migration policy, Sweden will offer financial incentives of up to 350,000 Swedish kronor (approximately $34,000) to immigrants who voluntarily return to their home countries. This move is part of a broader effort by the Swedish government to address ongoing challenges with integrating immigrants and to curb future migration. Migration Minister…
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