Mogadishu (WDN)- Following the expiration of the federal government’s constitutional mandate, Somalia has entered an increasingly uncertain political transition. Amid the deepening crisis, the international community has issued one of its strongest appeals yet, warning of the serious risks posed by the country’s escalating political deadlock. In a joint statement, key international partners, including the...
Bosaso (WDN) – The port city of Bosaso has emerged as the center of an increasingly significant political movement, drawing national attention at a time when Somalia remains mired in electoral uncertainty and deep political divisions. Recently, there has been a growing criticism against the administration of President Said Abdullahi as a number of prominent...
Mogadishu (WDN) – The political crises currently engulfing Southwest State, Hirshabelle, and Galmudug did not emerge overnight. The roots of today’s instability can be traced back to a series of decisions made by the leaders of these federal member states during the past four years. The presidents of the three administrations were among the strongest...
Mogadishu (WDN)- As political tensions continue to escalate in Somalia, many Somalis and international observers are closely watching to see whether the country’s leaders can reach a compromise through dialogue—or whether the current standoff will push Somalia into a deeper period of political instability. Although talks between former President Hassan Sheikh and opposition groups have...
By Michael Freund, The Jerusalem Post When Israel made the historic decision late last year to recognize Somaliland, it did something few nations are willing to do: it acted on principle and strategic interest rather than diplomatic convention. After more than three decades in which Somaliland has maintained its own institutions, elections, security forces, and governing structures –...
Mogadishu (WDN) – Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has reportedly held online consultations with prominent traditional elders and clan leaders from Galmudug, urging them to safeguard the region’s stability amid growing political tensions surrounding its future leadership. According to sources familiar with the discussions, Farmaajo expressed concern over what he described as attempts to...
Baidoa (WDN) – The city of Baidoa has returned to relative calm after fierce fighting erupted early Friday morning between forces loyal to former South West State President Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen and troops of the Federal Government of Somalia stationed in the regional capital. The confrontation, which lasted for more than an hour, unfolded...
Garower (WDN)- Puntland Vice President Ilyas Osman Lugatoor has publicly declared Puntland’s support for Galmudug, calling on its people and political leaders to protect the state’s stability, institutions, and unity amid escalating political tensions over its future leadership. Speaking at a ceremony in Garowe marking the launch of Puntland’s national secondary school examinations, Lugatoor used...
Mogadishu, – The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) condemns the unlawful arrest of journalist Khadar Mohamed Abdi, also known as Khadar Tarabi, by police in the Northeastern Regional Administration in Las Anod on 28 May 2026. His detention, reportedly linked to a Facebook post about a public visit by a Puntland minister to Kalabaydh town in the Sool...
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — The head of the World Health Organization has arrived in Congo’s capital, Kinshasa, to support efforts against an outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus, as medical personnel struggle with a lack of equipment, a distrustful population and armed groups in a volatile region. The World Health Organization said Friday authorities have...