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US threatens sanctions against Farmajo government over extension

FeaturedApril 14, 2021

There is a growing international outcry against the government led by the late President Farmajo after a two-year extension by parliament. The United States has said it is "deeply saddened" by a decision by parliament…

The death toll has risen to 42 after…

FeaturedApril 13, 2021

A boat carrying migrants capsizes in Djibouti, killing more than 40 people. The death toll from a boat accident in the Horn of Africa country of Djibouti has risen to 42, she said. The International…

The upper house opposes Farmajo’s parliamentary extension

PoliticsApril 13, 2021

Somalia's upper house of parliament has issued a statement condemning today's decision by parliament to extend the term of outgoing President Farmajo by two years. A statement from the Upper House said the House of…

African Union commends Chad’s peaceful elections

PoliticsApril 12, 2021

As votes were counted after Chad's presidential election on Sunday, the African Union praised the vote as peaceful. Chad's election took place as the country was in a difficult situation and political turmoil erupted during…

The Somali People Do not need a President…

FeaturedApril 12, 2021

The Somali people are tired of war and violence and need to hold elections to maintain peace and stability. To this end the Somali people support the continuation of the dialogue to find a solution.…

Chad’s presidential election begins as President Idriss Debby…

FeaturedApril 12, 2021

Polling stations are set to open on Sunday for Chad's presidential election with incumbent President IdrissDeby one of the best voters. Election to the following falling across Chad on Sunday for presidential elections, which on…

Representatives of the international community, the UN, EU,…

PoliticsApril 11, 2021

Representatives of the international community such as the United Nations, the European Union, IGAD and the African Union have issued a joint statement on the situation in Somalia, expressing concern. The envoys issued a joint…

Ismail Omar Gelle wins Djibouti election for fifth…

FeaturedApril 11, 2021

Current President Ismail Omar Gelleh has won Djibouti's election for the fifth time in a row. Ismail Omar Geleh received 98.58 percent of the vote, according to the provisional results, which means he is entering…

Congo trapped in extreme poverty as Sassou rules…

FeaturedApril 10, 2021

Denis Sassou Nguesoo, 77, has been in power for 36 years, and last month’s presidential elections in Congo-Brazzaville brought no surprises. Sassou sealed in 88% of the votes amid widespread allegations of ballot stuffing and…

Egypt’s El sisi warns Ethiopia after negotiations on…

FeaturedApril 9, 2021

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has warned that "all options are open" after the latest round of talks between his country, Sudan and Ethiopia about a giant dam built by the latter on the Blue…

International community puts pressure on Villa Somalia-backed Regional…

NewsApril 8, 2021

The international community has failed in its efforts to reconcile the leaders of the federal government and regional administrations following the failure of the Afsiyon conference. These efforts by the international community to resolve electoral…

CNN’s investigation into Tigrey massacre

FeaturedApril 7, 2021

A CNN investigation has uncovered a massacre in the Tigrean region where Ethiopian forces and the TPLF fought. A video shows a group of people being killed. The incident has raised concerns among the international…

Villa Somalia rejects Puntland and Jubaland proposals

PoliticsApril 7, 2021

Reports from the Somali presidency say that the outgoing Somalia government has refused to make conditions for the recent September agreement in Afsiyoni conference, which was suspended on Sunday, after the second day of the…

World Bank: Africa needs $ 12 billion to…

FeaturedApril 6, 2021

The World Bank has pledged $ 12 billion to developing countries, supporting vaccination programs that have failed to keep pace with developed nations. The World Bank funds will be in the form of a grant…

National Prosecutor closes criminal case against Abdirashid Janan

NewsApril 6, 2021

The National Prosecuting Authority has closed the case against ex Jubaland Security Minister Abdirashid Janan. The arrest of Janan comes at a time when the government has come under fire for its alleged crimes against…

Ukraine’s expansion of ties with Qatar can cost…

PoliticsApril 6, 2021

On Monday Ukraine and Qatar signed a series of bilateral agreements, marking the cementing of their ties. The multiple deals, which were produced based on the mutual interests of both the nations, got formalised following…

US, UK threaten DF, State Government leaders

NewsApril 5, 2021

There is still controversy over electoral issues between the current outdated government and state governments. Discussions are underway under the auspices of the international community. The Security Council recommended that the Farmajo government hold free…

Ethiopia announces withdrawal of Eritrean troops from Tigray

FeaturedApril 5, 2021

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced last week that Eritrean troops would withdraw from Tigray, in the north of the country, just three days after he finally acknowledged their presence amid growing reports of genocide…

Candidates ‘ Union Refuses To Meet Famrajo

US and international community put political pressure on…