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Somalia refutes claims of having “secret deal” with Sweden

(MENAFN) Somalia strongly rejected allegations on Wednesday that it had struck a “secret deal” with Sweden involving conditional development aid linked to the deportation of Somali nationals. The prime minister’s office stated that “Somalia has no...

Somalia Refutes Claims of Covert Deportation Deal with Sweden

(MENAFN) Somalia on Wednesday strongly denied claims of a covert agreement with Sweden that allegedly tied development aid to the forced return of Somali nationals, calling the reports “false, misleading, and unfounded.” In a statement shared on...

Somalia seeks to boost East African relations by teaching Swahili

(MENAFN) Somalia plans to add Swahili, the widely spoken language of East Africa, to its national education curriculum, the president announced. Currently, English serves as the primary language of instruction in secondary schools, while Arabic is...

Somalia’s Parliament Endorses African Charter on Child Rights, Welfare

(MENAFN) Somalia’s federal parliament formally approved the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child on Wednesday during a session held in Mogadishu. The meeting was overseen by Sheikh Adan Mohamed Noor Madobe, Speaker of the Lower...

Somalia Vows Stronger China Cooperation

(MENAFN) Somalia extended its congratulations to China on Wednesday in celebration of the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic, reaffirming a commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation. In a statement from Mogadishu, Somali...

Somalia, Gambia leaders say AI as potential “key” game-changer

(MENAFN) As forensic science develops across Africa, leaders in Somalia and The Gambia view artificial intelligence (AI) as a potential “key” game-changer, though success remains heavily dependent on training, resources, and international support....

Somalia seeks more foreign investment

(MENAFN) Somalia is aiming to attract more foreign investment, with officials highlighting the country’s abundant resources and welcoming business environment. Mohamed Dubo, Director of the Somalia Investment Promotion Office (SOMINVEST),...

Somalia seeks more foreign investment

(MENAFN) Somalia is aiming to attract more foreign investment, with officials highlighting the country’s abundant resources and welcoming business environment. Mohamed Dubo, Director of the Somalia Investment Promotion Office (SOMINVEST),...

Turkish Conglomerate Albayrak Leads Infrastructure in Somalia

(MENAFN) The Turkish conglomerate Albayrak is spearheading the modernization and daily management of Mogadishu Port, which serves as Somalia’s primary gateway for imports and its connection to international commerce. Ahmet Sami Isler, the...

Somalia Offers Mediation in Nile Water Dispute

(MENAFN) Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud underscored his nation’s readiness to act as a mediator in the ongoing discussions between Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan concerning the regulation of Nile River resources. In a conversation with a news...

Garden City Unveils Kansas’ First Augmented Reality Mural, Blending Art, Technology, and Storytelling

70-foot "Majestic Monarch Butterfly" augmented reality mural transforms downtown Garden City, Kansas, into an interactive cultural destination. GARDEN CITY, KS, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garden City will make Kansas...

Mogadishu Nears Holding First Direct Elections in Decades

(MENAFN) Somalia has completed voter registration for Mogadishu’s upcoming municipal elections, scheduled for October 30, in what officials have hailed as a significant milestone toward reviving full democratic governance. Close to one million...

Somalia Completes Voter Registration

(MENAFN) Somalia announced on Sunday the completion of voter registration for the upcoming municipal council elections in Mogadishu, scheduled for October 30. Authorities hailed this as a landmark achievement in the nation's journey toward...

Somalia Targeted Strike Kills Top al-Shabab Finance Chief

(MENAFN) Somalia's Ministry of Defense has confirmed the death of a top al-Shabab financial commander during a precision military strike conducted Sunday in the country’s southwest, marking a significant blow to the militant group’s network....

Media reports Somalia declining neighbor’s request to join naval drills

(MENAFN) Somalia has turned down Ethiopia’s request to take part in joint naval exercises within Somali territorial waters, citing violations of international maritime law and threats to its sovereignty, according to local media reports on Monday....

Somalia Rejects Ethiopia's Request for Joint Naval Drills

(MENAFN) Somalia has turned down a proposal from Ethiopia to take part in collaborative naval maneuvers within its own territorial waters, due to apprehensions over potential breaches of international maritime regulations and risks to its national...

Voter registration of Mogadishu’s municipal council elections is concluded by Somalia

(MENAFN) Reports indicate that Somalia has finished voter registration for the upcoming municipal council elections in Mogadishu, scheduled for October 30, marking what authorities describe as a historic moment in the nation’s democratic...

Somalia Targets al-Shabab’s Finances in Major Crackdown

(MENAFN) The Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) has issued a stark warning to citizens and businesses, urging them to immediately cease any financial interaction with the al-Shabab militant group. This announcement is part of...

Media reports more African nations facing US visa prohibition

(MENAFN) The United States is reportedly preparing to broaden its controversial visa restrictions to include citizens from 36 more countries—25 of which are in Africa—according to an internal State Department memo cited by The Washington Post over...

Ethiopia, Somalia Move to Restore Diplomatic Ties

(MENAFN) Ethiopia’s newly appointed envoy to Somalia, Suleiman Dedefo, has formally delivered his credentials to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, marking a move toward normalizing diplomatic relations after several months of strained...