Mogadishu (WDN) – A stark warning from Somalia’s former National Security Adviser has reignited concerns over the country’s security future, as uncertainty grows over the eventual withdrawal of African Union peacekeeping forces. Hussein Moallin, who previously served as Somalia’s National Security Adviser, cautioned that the departure of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in...
Arusha (WDN) – The East African Community (EAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to launching a single regional currency by 2031, marking a significant milestone in the bloc’s long-term vision of creating a more integrated and prosperous East Africa. The revised timeline comes after the original implementation schedule was delayed due to the economic disruptions caused...
By TIM REYNOLDS, Associated Press The best offense. The best defense. The World Cup final is set, and fittingly, a clash of styles awaits. Lionel Messi — the most prolific goal scorer in the tournament’s history — and defending champion Argentina will take on Spain’s defensive juggernaut on Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Spain beat France in one...
Garowe (WDN) – Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni has sought today to calm growing public concern over the recent dispute surrounding Bosaso Port, insisting that his administration has not introduced any new taxes, but rather adjustments to port service fees charged to commercial shipping. The president’s remarks come after weeks of controversy that saw businesses...
Mogadishu (WDN) – Humanitarian organizations are warning that Somalia could once again face severe flooding and a worsening humanitarian emergency if El Niño weather conditions return later this year, raising concerns that the country may relive the devastation experienced during the 2023 floods. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) said climate experts are closely monitoring the...
Kampala (WDN) – Uganda has reportedly agreed in principle to contribute troops to a proposed international peace and stabilization mission in the Gaza Strip following a request from U.S. President Donald Trump, according to reports citing senior military sources. Uganda’s state-owned newspaper, New Vision, reported that President Yoweri Museveni responded positively to Washington’s request for...
Kismayo (WDN) – Somalia’s Jubaland State has continued to distinguish itself through sustained military operations against Al-Shabaab, steadily reclaiming territory and reopening strategic transport corridors in what security observers describe as one of the country’s more coordinated regional counterinsurgency campaigns. Unlike many military offensives that focus primarily on capturing towns, Jubaland has increasingly concentrated on...
Mogadishu (WDN) – Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) have handed over two men accused of involvement in fatal crimes to authorities from Ethiopia’s Somali Regional State after they were arrested in Mogadishu while allegedly attempting to evade justice. According to Somali state media, the suspects were transferred during a formal meeting in the...
Garowe (WDN) – As the dispute over increased port charges at Bosaso Port continues to disrupt trade and commercial activity, international trade policy expert Eng. Abdullahi Bakayle has defended the revised tariff structure, arguing that much of the public debate has been driven by misinformation and a misunderstanding of how port fees and regional trade...
Garowe (WDN) – Puntland has suspended the operations of several humanitarian organizations working within its territory, accusing them of abandoning their humanitarian mandates and becoming entangled in Somalia’s political affairs. The announcement marks a significant escalation in Puntland’s increasingly strained relationship with both the Federal Government of Somalia and sections of the international aid community....