Author: Abdihakim Kalale

According to locals, gunmen attacked the homes of Southwest security force personnel in Baidoa on Tuesday night with grenades, injuring a number of individuals.The attack took place in the town’s residential sector, and the targeted security officers were not there. Among those hurt in the incident were security guards and family members, despite the fact that no deaths were reported. The attack was attributed to Al-Shabab, which said it was directed for the residences of senior government officials.Security personnel in Baidoa swept the area on Wednesday morning in reaction to the attack. However, during the raid, no one was taken…

According to reports and video from the area, Egyptian military officers and equipment have arrived in Mogadishu, signaling the start of a major deployment that will see up to 10,000 Egyptian soldiers stationed in Somalia. Egypt’s commitment to the defense agreement just inked in Cairo earlier this month by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was demonstrated by the sight of two C-130 Egyptian military planes landing at Aden Adde International Airport. The deployment coincides with heightened tensions in the area, especially in the wake of a contentious Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ethiopia and…

President of Somaliland Muse Bihi Abdi has vehemently disagreed with a decision from the Federal Government of Somalia for remittance companies to remove any mention of “Somaliland” from their services, taking a bold stand against the country’s recent mandate. Tensions have risen as a result of the instruction, which is perceived as an assertion of Somalia’s authority over Somaliland. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Somalia has issued an order that demands that major remittance providers such as Paysli, Dahabshiil, and Jubba Express stop using the term “Somaliland” by September 1. The government of Somalia maintains that noncompliance may…

In light of the ongoing effects of conflicts and climate-related natural disasters including drought and floods in the Greater Horn of Africa, the European Union (EU) has allocated an extra €122 million for humanitarian aid in the region. The EU stated in a statement that the funds will assist in meeting the most pressing requirements of vulnerable populations, particularly those related to food and nutrition support, but also other services to meet basic needs, like water and sanitation in areas where disease outbreaks are likely.It also revealed that the funds, specifically, will go toward supporting partners operating in South Sudan…

In response to the growing costs seen in Ethiopian markets, the government has declared plans to purchase 50 million liters of edible oil.The cooking oil is being transported via trucks and the Ethiopia-Djibouti Railway, according to Kassahun Gofe, State Minister for Trade and Regional Integration, who made this announcement during a briefing on August 26, 2024. Kassahun claims that the government has mainly purchased this necessary good in order to “improve the cost of living and stabilize market prices for the upcoming Ethiopian New Year.”Consumer prices have noticeably increased across the country, especially in Addis Ababa, the capital city, since…

Managing Director of Boeing Africa Henok Teferra has declared that the company will open for business in October 2024.Henok clarified in a state media interview that Ethiopia’s significant aviation sector improvements and its standing as a major hub in Africa had a role in the choice to locate Boeing’s African headquarters in Addis Ababa.”Boeing’s African office in Addis Ababa will allow us to expand and improve our partnership with Ethiopian Airlines in a number of areas,” Henok said.He continued by saying Ethiopia will have chances to strengthen its standing as the continent’s premier aviation hub thanks to the new office.…

A prominent figure in African mythology, the baobab is referred to as the “tree of life” by some. Rich in vitamin C, baobabs are currently a popular superfood that can be found in a variety of drinks on the menus of upscale restaurants and supermarkets. Regrettably, baobabs—a majestic African landmark that may reach heights of 30 meters—are reportedly facing extinction in South Africa. Limpopo is the greatest spot in South Africa to see them. Found in the savannahs of Africa, this species is distributed from Senegal on the west coast to Somalia on the east coast, and as far south…

According to officials, Monday’s shelling of a displaced people camp in Sudan’s North Darfur state resulted in at least 25 deaths and numerous injuries. This is the latest incident in an area where violence has increased since April.Since the middle of May, the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been engaged in combat in El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur. This is because the two sides have been engaged in a statewide struggle. Thousands of people have been trapped by the paramilitary organization in El Fasher, and it has been accused of attacking civilians and plundering. According…

According to a government official on Monday, Germany will donate 100,000 doses of the mpox vaccine from its military supplies to help contain the outbreak in Africa temporarily and to assist the affected nations. The spokesperson went on to say that the government will support its partners in Africa through the GAVI vaccination alliance and will supply the World Health Organization with flexible funding resources through a variety of tools to fight mpox.About 117,000 doses of Jynneos, which Berlin acquired in 2022, are being stocked by the German army.For example, it will maintain a minimum level of supplies to safeguard…

The commissioning will be spearheaded by President William Ruto, at State House, Nairobi.For the announcement of former prime minister Raila Odinga as the candidate for chairperson of the African Union Commission on Tuesday, at least five heads of state are anticipated in Nairobi.President William Ruto will lead the commissioning at State House in Nairobi.Several heads of state would be in Nairobi for the ceremony, a government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura announced on Monday night. He did not provide any more information, though.”The President of the Republic of Kenya is a champion for reforms at the AU, and tomorrow we are launching…

The health ministry announced on Monday that at least 132 people had perished in the war-torn nation of Sudan as a result of flooding and severe rainfall this year.Since last month, the nation has been experiencing an extreme rainy season, with sporadic torrential flooding primarily in the north and east of the nation. “The total number of affected states is 10, while the number of affected families rose to 31,666 families and individuals to 129,650,” it stated in a statement. “The total number of deaths reached 132.”Although flooding occurs in Sudan every year, this year’s effects are predicted to be…

Despite obstacles, the African Union (AU) and United Nations (UN) are moving forward with a new peacekeeping mission in Somalia as tensions with Ethiopia pose a danger to the fight against the al-Shabaab group.The new mission, which is scheduled to take over from the current peacekeeping operation by the end of 2024, comes at a crucial moment for Somalia, as power rivalries in the region threaten to destabilize an already unstable situation. ATMIS is expected to be replaced by AUSSOM, which has been gradually reducing soldier levels since 2023.ATMIS initially sent out over 20,000 soldiers, but now only 12,626 soldiers…

According to local authorities, the Atepi bridge in Owinykibul Payam, which links South Sudan and Uganda, fell over the weekend.The Payam head chief told the local media this morning that a significant bridge collapsed due to heavy rain over the weekend.According to Oyet Joseph, the bridge became impassable due to the heavy rains that fell from 4:00 pm on Friday until 9:00 am on Saturday.The bridge, which connected the area’s center, was essential to the residents.According to Oyet, the fall has caused disruptions to transport, agricultural, schools, and military academy operations.”The school is now not functioning, the military academy is…

Numerous individuals who have been lawfully residing and employed in Malta for up to 19 years are being detained at their place of employment, taken into custody, and informed that they would be returned to Ethiopia, leaving the Ethiopian community “shocked” and “living in fear.” In 2005, I arrived in Malta by sea at the age of sixteen. I was a minor traveling alone. Ethiopia is unknown to me. My residence is in Malta. We have not caused any issue; we have worked and paid our taxes.We are currently being handled like criminals. Like animals,” remarked an Ethiopian community member…

A MP from South Sudan has resigned, citing the Juba government’s inaction in addressing the nation’s deteriorating economic circumstances.South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) member Peter Mabior Riiny Lual was also a Commissioner in the Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC).Hussein Abdelbagi, South Sudan’s Vice President for the Service Cluster, is the recipient of his letter of resignation.According to Lual, the circumstances in a nation where roughly 70% of people are still illiterate, where there is a persistent shortage of good hospitals and schools, and where people are dying from avoidable diseases and starvation, served as inspiration for his choice. As long as…

Al-Shabaab threatens banks and financial institutions that they will be subject to Islamic law-based action if they work with the government to collect the VAT 5% tax that Mogadishu residents have been protesting against.Al-Shabaab also gives private Businessmen citizens until August 26 to withdraw all their money from those Banks and financial institutions. The Spokeperson of Al-shabab Ali Dheere demanded the public to take their money out of Somali banks and cautioned them against subtracting the 5% VAT. If banks don’t comply within a week, he vowed to take harsh measures.In addition, he threatened businesses that took advantage of public…