Somalia’s Investment Renaissance: A Call for Global and Turkish Investors to Tap into a Resource-Rich Nation

In the heart of East Africa lies Somalia, a country poised for economic transformation, brimming with untapped potential and abundant resources. At the forefront of this transformation is Mohamed Dubo, the Director of the Somalia Investment...

Militants attack major prison in Mogadishu hours after roadblocks lifted

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — Explosions and heavy gunfire erupted near Somalia’ s presidential palace on Saturday in an attack by a militant group targeting a major prison just hours after the federal government lifted roadblocks in place for years...

London sergeant arrested following Panorama secret filming of Met police officers

A serving police officer at Charing Cross police station in London has been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice after Metropolitan Police officers were secretly filmed making racist and sexist comments. The footage, gathered...

Film round-up: September 25, 2025

Brides (15) Directed by Nadia Fall ⭑⭑⭑⭑☆ IN 2015 three British teenage schoolgirls ran away to Syria to join Isis and were later vilified by the media even though they were children. But — what would make them do this?...

Serving Met police officer arrested after BBC Panorama secret filming

A serving police officer has been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice after Metropolitan Police were secretly filmed making alleged racist and sexist comments. The footage, gathered undercover for BBC Panorama, appears to...

Mogadishu mayor rejects opposition rally amid rising political tensions

MOGADISHU – The Mayor of Mogadishu, Hassan Mohamed Hussein “Muungaab”, has announced a series of tough measures aimed at stopping a planned protest by opposition leaders, declaring that the capital “will not tolerate unrest under the guise of...

Somalia’s new bourse eyes $2bln diaspora funds, IPOs in 2026

Somalia’s newly launched National Securities Exchange (NSES) is preparing to open to public investment, with plans to sell up to 20 percent of its shares and debut listings from the telecommunications and energy sectors within the next few months....

How to watch Arsenal vs West Ham: live stream Premier League 2025/26 game, TV channels, preview, team news

The Arsenal vs West Ham live stream sees the home side out to win three points and keep the pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool. Two late goals at St. James’ Park last weekend ensured that Arsenal took full advantage of Liverpool’s defeat...

Met Police sergeant arrested after BBC Panorama secret filming in pub

10:55, 04 Oct 2025 Some 12 people who work or previously worked at Charing Cross Police Station are under investigation for gross misconduct(Image: Leon Neal/Getty Images) A Metropolitan Police sergeant at Charing Cross station has been arrested...

Sergeant arrested following Panorama secret filming of Met police officers

A serving police officer at Charing Cross police officer has been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice after Metropolitan Police officers were secretly filmed making racist and sexist comments. The footage, gathered undercover...

Today in Africa — October 3, 2025: Tunisian Man Faces Death Sentence Over Posts Criticizing President, UN Slashes Food Aid for 750,000 People in Somalia, Paul Biya’s Daughter Urges Cameroonians Not to Vote for Her Father

Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...

UK and Somalia Host Human Rights Event at UN Human Rights Council, with Media Freedom in Spotlight

The United Kingdom (UK) and Somalia yesterday co-hosted an official side event at the ongoing 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva under the theme “Somalia’s Human Rights Transition: From Country-Specific Mandate to Strengthened...

Serving Met officer arrested after undercover investigation films police making racist and sexist comments

The footage, gathered undercover for a BBC Panorama documentary, appears to show some officers at a central London police station call for immigrants to be shot and brag about using violence against suspects. Now the Met has confirmed that a...

Somalia says no to Egypt-Ethiopia peacekeeper clash on its soil

Published on 24/09/2025 - 14:19 GMT+2 •Updated 14:38 Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has said there is no possibility of Egyptian and Ethiopian peacekeepers clashing in his country, amid a bitter rivalry between the two regional...

Mogadishu City Club apologises after Kenyan flag disrespected at Nyayo Stadium

An incident involving a football match has led to a major international apology, reminding everyone of the importance of sportsmanship. A viral video showing supporters of Mogadishu City Club disrespecting the Kenyan flag at Nyayo Stadium has...

Millions in Somalia at risk of worsening hunger as WFP faces critical funding shortfall

Photo: WFP/Arete/ Mahad Said. WFP Assistance in Ceel Jaale IDP Camp, Somalia. Photo credit MOGADISHU, Somalia – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warns today that millions in Somalia are at risk of worsening hunger and malnutrition as...

When medicine becomes art

In Creighton University’s Lied Art Gallery, students and staff alike can walk around in contemplation, taking in the vibrant colors and precise strokes of prints evocative of expert medical examinations that only someone like Dr. Eric Avery could...

Somalia Repatriates 173 Citizens Released from Libyan Prisons

MOGADISHU, Somalia — The Federal Government of Somalia successfully repatriated 173 citizens who had recently been released from detention centers in Libya, officials said. A plane carrying 151 returnees, mostly young people, landed at Aden Adde...

Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Wednesday

Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Union Saint-Gilloise v Newcastle Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Wednesday (5.45pm (UK) kick-off). The Newcastle United players looking to bank...

US national pleads guilty for links to ISIS branch in Somalia

US national pleads guilty for links to ISIS branch in Somalia WASHINGTON - A US national from Minnesota has pleaded guilty for having direct links to IS-Somalia fighters with evidence submitted in court showcasing how he attempted to travel to the...