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MOGADISHU — At least two people have died, and several others were injured in a tragic road accident that occurred at Afarta Darjiino junction in Mogadishu on Wednesday. According to eyewitnesses, the accident happened when a cargo truck crashed into a motorized rickshaw (commonly known as a “bajaaj”) that was …

MOGADISHU — The Governor of the Banadir Region Administration and Mayor of Mogadishu, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein (Muungaab), has delivered a consignment of medical supplies to the Community Defense Forces supporting the Somali National Army in operations across the Hiran region. Speaking during the handover ceremony, Mayor Muungaab reaffirmed his …

MOGADISHU –– The Banadir Regional Directorate of Education has announced that more than 41,000 students officially began sitting for the Grade 8 national examination across all districts of the Banadir region this morning. This marks the highest number of candidates ever recorded for this regional-level exam, reflecting significant growth and …

MOGADISHU — The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency has announced a new partnership with the United Nations aimed at enhancing humanitarian efforts in Somalia. This initiative will focus on improving food security and strengthening the resilience of rural communities. SIDA has pledged an additional $3 million to support the Building …

MOGADISHU — The Somali Rescue Forum has voiced strong concerns over the ongoing selection process for members of the Independent Human Rights Commission, accusing authorities of violating constitutional requirements. In a statement released this week, the Forum said the current process fails to meet the standards set out in Articles 41 …

MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government launched a two-day national conference in Mogadishu on Monday to address the growing threat of illicit arms, unregulated ammunition, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) used by insurgent groups. The event, led by Defence Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi and organized by the Office of the National …

MERCA — The Somalia Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) has dispatched 10 trucks loaded with food supplies to support around 6,000 families in the KM50 community and surrounding villages. The humanitarian assistance comes at a critical time as the region remains affected by ongoing counter-terrorism operations. SoDMA Chairman Mohamud Moalim Abdulle …

MOGADISHU — Somalia’s Disaster Management Agency has rejected accusations that it delivered expired drugs to a remote district in central Hiiraan region following a viral video that drew widespread criticism and fueled suspicions over aid quality. In a statement released Monday, the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) said the video …

GENEVA — Somalia has once again reaffirmed its commitment to reducing maternal and child mortality by participating in a crucial international summit focused on improving health outcomes for mothers and newborns. The special side event, held in Geneva on the sidelines of the World Health Assembly, brought together major global health …

HARAGEISA — The Vice President of Somaliland, Mohamed Ali Aw Abdi, officially launched the National Child Immunization Campaign today, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to protect children from preventable diseases such as pneumonia, measles, and polio. The high-profile ceremony was held in the State House district of …