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​MOGADISHU — At least three civilians were killed following armed clashes in the Hamar Jajab district of the Somali capital, Mogadishu; due to tensions accompanying a state-led legal eviction operation, according to official sources and witnesses speaking to Shabelle Media Network. Sources stated that the confrontation broke out in the …

MOGADISHU — In its tireless pursuit to consolidate the pillars of knowledge and develop the educational system in line with contemporary requirements and sustainable development goals, the Somali government has launched a new phase of comprehensive educational reform. This initiative aims to forge a promising future for coming generations by …

MOGADISHU — In a strategic move to develop the agricultural sector and achieve sustainable food security, H.E. Mohamed Abdi Hayir (Maareeye), Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, inaugurated the “Agricultural Mechanization Financing Forum” in Mogadishu. The forum aims to bridge the gap between farmers and …

MOGADISHU — ​As part of its strategic efforts to strengthen the public health system and protect future generations from infectious diseases, the Somali government announced significant progress in national immunization coverage. This reflects the success of national plans in expanding essential healthcare services and ensuring their access to various community …

MOGADISHU — ​As part of its strategic efforts to strengthen international partnerships and support the role of women in sustainable development, H.E. Salah Ahmed Jama, Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, received in Mogadishu on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, a high-level delegation from UN Women led by …

MOGADISHU — Within the framework of its strategic efforts to consolidate human rights principles and protect vulnerable groups, the Chairperson of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, Dr. Maryam Qasim Ahmed, held official talks in Mogadishu on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, with the UNICEF Representative to Somalia, Ms. Sandra Lattouf. …

​Reuters reported in a recent field report that the military tension between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other has led to catastrophic consequences for the humanitarian situation in Somalia, with thousands of children facing immediate danger due to broken food supply chains. The …

MOGADISHU — ​The Federal Republic of Somalia has announced the launch of the second phase of the Women’s Peace and Protection Joint Programme (WPP-II), a strategic step aimed at enhancing the role of women in peacebuilding, leadership, and decision-making, within a comprehensive national vision to consolidate the values of justice …

MOGADISHU — ​The Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Mr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein (Muungaab), received today the Chairperson of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, Ms. Maryan Qasim Ahmed, and her accompanying delegation at his office, to discuss ways of mutual cooperation. The Governor welcomed the Commission’s leadership, …

MOGADISHU — ​The Somali National Independent Human Rights Commission received yesterday, Sunday, a delegation from the “Centre for Civilians in Conflict” (CIVIC), led by Vianney Bisimwa, Director of Africa Programs, to discuss frameworks for joint cooperation and the development of technical mechanisms related to civilian protection during security operations. ​The …