Firstly, we would like to applaud your tireless efforts in your leadership, the fruitful aversion of the country from the brink of a conflict to a historical trajectory that will lead the nation in the direction of reconciliation, peace, and inclusive elections. We are at a critical crossroads, and you...
Al-Shabab Threatens to Disrupt Upcoming Somali Elections
Mogadishu, Somalia — Somali terrorist group al-Shabab has threatened to attack electoral delegates who will be choosing lawmakers in parliamentary elections beginning next week. (more…)
Fake vaccination: At least 800 people jabbed with WATER after buying ‘Covid vaccine’ from scammers in Uganda
At least 800 people got vaccinated with phony coronavirus shots sold by a group of scammers in Uganda. Authorities said the “vaccine” consisted “more of water than anything else,” and advised victims to get a legit (and free) jab. (more…)
Somalia’s forces kill 35 al-Shabab fighters in central region
Somali National Army (SNA) backed by Galmudug's regional paramilitary forces on Monday killed 35 al-Shabab militants in an area near Baadweyn town in Mudug region, central Somalia. (more…)
Prosecutors: Man shot by Boise police wielded knife, is accused of sex crimes with 3 children
The charges filed this week against a Boise man shot multiple times by police officers in late June include allegations that he sexually abused three different children under the age of 13, according to documents from Ada County prosecutors. (more…)
Fishy Business: A web of local and international actors facilitates the depletion of Somalia’s marine resources
The story of the Somali seven — originally a Thai fishing fleet that has engaged in illegal fishing and human rights and labour abuses over several years — shows how foreign players in illegal fishing operations often have the help of Somali actors, both within and outside the government. (more…)
Bantu community meeting with Boise leaders, planning protest after police shooting
Community activists are asking police to turn over the body camera footage and 911 call from the incident. (more…)
Somalia’s strong mobile-money market faces new competition from Visa
The International Bank of Somalia (IBS) introduced on 7 July a first into Somalia’s financial services: a Visa card. The international card will not only offer Somalis a quick and convenient access to money, but it is proof that despite prolonged conflict, the country’s financial sector has remained resilient. (more…)
Architect Finds a Sense of Belonging for His Family’s Homeland, and for Himself
Omar Degan was born in Italy to Somali parents who fled before the African nation’s civil war. He’s now helping rebuild the country by looking to the past to build for the future. (more…)
A New Era of East African Trade
UAE port operator DP World and the government of Somaliland opened a new container terminal in the Berbera port this week. The new terminal increases the (more…)