Ramallah (Palestinian Territories) (AFP) – Armed and masked Israeli forces raided the office of global news channel Al Jazeera in the occupied West Bank on Sunday and issued a 45-day closure order. Pictures of slain Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh hang on the channel’s office in Ramallah, in the occupied West Bank, which an Israeli...
May 1, 2025
Author: khaliil
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Refugees in New Hampshire turn to farming for income and a taste of home
DUNBARTON, New Hampshire — It’s harvest time in central New Hampshire, and one farm there appears to have been transplanted from a distant continent. Farmers balance large crates laden with vegetables on their heads while chatting in Somali and other languages. As the sun burns away the early morning mist, the farmers pick American staples like...
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Egypt Urges Stability in Somalia as Ethiopia Escalates Tensions in Puntland
Ethiopia has escalated tensions with Somalia by sending a “shipment of ammunition” to the Puntland region in northern Somalia. Mogadishu condemned the move, calling it a “serious violation” of its sovereignty. Meanwhile, Egypt has emphasized the need for stability in Somalia and respect for its territorial integrity. Experts warn that Ethiopia’s actions threaten regional security....
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Kenya’s nuclear electricity plan faces cost, environment hurdles
By Kathrin Witsch The pristine white beaches, turquoise waters, and rare mangrove forests along the coast of Kilifi make it one of Kenya’s most popular tourist destinations. The local economy thrives on visitors who come to see turtles, coral reefs, and bird species. However, skepticism looms large here regarding government plans. The region’s first nuclear...
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Ethiopians struggle with bitter pill of currency reform
Dylan GAMBA In a small fashion store in Ethiopia’s capital, Medanit Woldegebriel’s dresses have almost doubled in price in the past two months, sending customers fleeing. “Business is slow,” admits a downhearted Woldegebriel, whose shop in the sprawling Merkato market of Addis Ababa imports clothes from Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. On July 30,...
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From Mogadishu to Rabat: Turkey’s Growing Influence in
ByRocco Caldero In the heart of Rabat, Morocco’s capital, a significant handshake sealed a new chapter in Turkey’s African engagement. Morocco and Turkey have just strengthened their security ties, marking another milestone in Turkey’s ambitious African strategy. This recent development is part of a broader narrative that has been unfolding since 2020, reshaping Turkey’s role...
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Somalia accuses Ethiopia of shipping ‘illegal’ arms to semi-autonomous region
By Harun Maruf The Somali government on Friday accused Ethiopia of sending an “unauthorized shipment of arms and ammunition” to Somalia’s semiautonomous region of Puntland. Somalia said it strongly condemned the move. In a statement, Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs alleged that Ethiopia transported two lorries carrying weapons via Ethiopian territory to the Puntland region. The...
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Egyptian medical team arrives in Mogadishu to offer surgeries for Somali citizens
An Egyptian medical delegation has arrived in Somalia to perform various operations and treatments for Somali citizens, reported DSEE NEWS on Friday. The Somali Minister of State for Health Maryam Mohamed Hussein welcomed the delegation upon their arrival at Aden Abdullah International Airport. This team of surgeons and medical consultants will conduct orthopaedic surgeries, tumour...
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Ethiopian officials, experts applaud China’s support in youth capacity building
Ethiopian officials and experts have praised China’s support in building the capacity of Ethiopians, particularly the country’s burgeoning youth. ADDIS ABABA, (Xinhua) — Ethiopian officials and experts have praised China’s support in building the capacity of Ethiopians, particularly the country’s burgeoning youth. They made the remarks during the launch of a training program, dubbed the...
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This group of Somali elders walks Minneapolis streets to keep an eye on their youth
The blue shirts of Somali Youth Link members have become a staple around the Stone Arch Bridge, Boom Island Park and Dinkytown. And the program has continued to receive positive feedback. By Elliot Hughes Seven members of Somali Youth Link were walking just outside Dinkytown late on a Saturday night when they saw people hanging out in...