By Ahmed Hirsi A brief biography: Alex de Waal is Executive Director of the World Peace Foundation and a Research Professor at The Fletcher School. Considered one of the foremost experts on Sudan and the Horn of Africa, his scholarship … Continued
By WardheerNews Editor’s Note: Cristina ( Ubax) Ali Farah is a rising star among the emerging generation of Somali novelist. She is the author of several books including Madre Piccola (Little Mother). Christina’s novels and poetry have been published in … Continued
By WardheerNews Editor’s Note: To better understand the state of affairs of Kenya Somali inhabited regions , particularly Garissa county since the adaption of County Governance System, where each county is managed by an elected local official, WardheerNews is pleased … Continued
By WardheerNews Editor’s Note: Dr. Abdurahman M. Abdullahi (Baadiyow) is a Somali activist, educator, politician and the chairman of National Unity Party (NUP) and deputy chairman of the Forum for Unity) and Democracy(FUD), the largest political coalition in Somalia. Dr. … Continued
By WardheerNews Editor’s note: Bancroft’s story has been featured in many notable publications including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The New York Times. This is the first time their story has been covered by Somali Media. Thus, … Continued
Editor’s note: Fathia Absie is a Somali-American filmmaker. Her film The Lobby is to debut at the Minneapolis, St. Paul International Film festival on April 13, 2015. Fathia shared this interview with us to discuss her journey through filmmaking. It’s … Continued
Editor’s note: The economic growth and the rise of income levels in Africa has created a growing and strong middle class with global trade and investment opportunities. East Africa is currently the regional leader in terms of GDP growth, coupled … Continued
Editor’s Note: Libraries serve as community cultural centers, preserve historic artifacts, oral histories, and a place where students and individuals gather to study, research and explore. Despite the increased traction in the digital age and the perceived obsolescence, libraries still … Continued
By E.G. Woldegebriel Kare Chawicha heads Ethiopia’s Ministry of Environment and Forest. The ministry has a key role in trying to harmonise the country’s push for rapid economic growth with efforts to protect and conserve Ethiopia’s environment. TRF: How have … Continued
Al Jazeera speaks to Omar Abdirashid Ali Sharmarke about security, investment and changing perceptions about the nation. Omar Abdirashid Ali Sharmarke’s biggest challenge is unifying the country and defeating al-Shabab [EPA] Doha, Qatar – Most would agree that being the prime … Continued
By WardheerNews Editor’s note: March 2, 2015 marks the day that a good friend of WardheerNews, Mr. Bob Montgomery, the Executive Director of the IRC in San Diego retires, after 38 years of service and dedication. Mr. Bob shared on … Continued
Editor’s Note: Peaking into the rich WDN archives full of ten years of rare collection of historical pieces, news, commentary, opinion as well as cultural and poetry analysis and writing from across the globe, we come upon a jewel, a rarity, … Continued
