Somalia’s Entry Into EAC Passport System Seen Boosting Trade and Cooperation

By HAN News DeskMOGADISHU — Somalia has officially joined the regional passport system of the East African Community (EAC), becoming the member...

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Somalia’s Minister of Public Works Launches Key International Conference in Spain

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Madrid – (Horn Africa News) – A major international forum, the Spain–Africa Summit 2025, officially...

AU Envoy Meets Somali National Security Adviser in Mogadishu

By HAN News Desk MOGADISHU — The African Union Special Representative for Somalia and Head of the African Union...

Yemeni’s Forces Intercept Livestock Vessel from Bosaso Amid Rising Red Sea Security Tensions

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu — Yemeni coast guard units have intercepted a Somalia-flagged livestock vessel originating from the...

Kenya Issues Formal Apology to Gulf Nations Over Sudan War

By Horn Africa News Nairobi — Kenya’s government has moved to mend strained diplomatic ties with several Gulf nations...

Somali Intelligence Operations Killed 524 Al-Shabab Fighters in Past Year

By HAN News DeskMOGADISHU — Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) killed at least 524 people during security operations carried out...

Uganda President Criticizes Gen Z Youth for Lack of Political Engagement

By HAN News DeskKAMPALA — President Yoweri Museveni has criticized Uganda’s younger generation, particularly those born in the 1990s and 2000s—often referred...

Mayor of Mogadishu Donates $200,000 for Drought Relief in Awdal Region

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu – The Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein...

Somalia and Djibouti Sign Key Military Agreement to Boost Troop Deployment

By Horn Africa News Djibouti – The governments of Somalia and Djibouti have officially signed a new and significant...

As Somalia marks World Breastfeeding Week, the government and communities are being urged to strengthen breastfeeding support 

Republished By Horn Africa News Source: emro.who.int Mogadishu – Somalia joins the rest of the world in marking...

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U.S. Urges China to Dissuade Iran from Threatening Closure of Strait of Hormuz

Date: June 23, 2025By: Horn Africa News Editor – International Affairs Desk Washington, D.C. – The United States has...

Somali Senator and Son Praised for Organizing Fighting in Middle Shabelle

MOGADISHU,(HAN) — Senator Ahmed Mohamed Ali, widely known by his nickname Afcadeey, along with his son, Yassin Ahmed Mohamed Ali, a Somali...

Somali Military Personnel Begin Adaptation Training Under Turkish Guidance

MOGADISHU, (HAN) – Somali military personnel have officially begun their adaptation training at the Anatolia Barracks under the command of the Turkish...

110 Eritrean Nationals Arrested in Moroto, Uganda for Illegal Entry

By Richard Oyel  Saturday, July 5, 2025-HAN Source: Nile Post

Mother Killed in Clan-Related Attack in Somalia’s Mudug Region

By HAN News DeskMOGADISHU– A woman identified as Madiino Jimcaale Wehliye was shot dead late Saturday between Xinlabi and Seego villages in...

Turkey Says It Has Begun Establishing Satellite Launch Base in Somalia

By HAN News Desk ANKARA — The Turkish government has announced that it has begun work on a satellite launch base in Somalia, a project officials say will position the...

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At Least 16 Killed, 400 Injured in Violent Protests Across Kenya

Thursday, June 26, 2025 — HAN News Nairobi, Kenya –...

Kenyan President Ruto Calls for Africa’s Permanent Seat on UN Security Council

NEW YORK, (HAN) – Kenyan President William Ruto delivered a forceful address at the United Nations General Assembly, stressing that Africa’s continued...

General Odowaa Praises Forces for Liberating Sabiid and Caanoole

By Horn Africa News Staff Lower Shabelle – The Chief of the Somali National Army (SNA), Major General...

Artan: Somali referee makes history at 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup

Artan is one of only three center referees chosen from Africa and the sole representative from Sub-Saharan Africa at the tournament.

12 Political Groups Register for Banadir District Elections

By HAN News Desk MOGADISHU — Somalia’s National Electoral Commission has confirmed that 12 political organizations have so far...

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Somalia–Turkey Oil Plans Face Road and Security Obstacles

By HAN News Desk ANKARA — Turkey is working closely with Somalia to explore potential onshore oil reserves, but challenges...

Somalia and UK Launch Global Agenda to Boost Social Protection in Fragile States

By HAN News Desk MOGADISHU / LONDON — The Federal Government of Somalia and the United Kingdom have jointly launched...

Sudan Seeks Turkish Partnership on Major Infrastructure Projects, Debt Relief

By HAN Desk ISTANBUL — Sudan’s Prime Minister Kamil Idris has proposed expanded Turkish involvement in the country’s major infrastructure...

Somalia warns U.S. partition would reignite deadly conflict

By Horn Africa News NEW YORK - Somalia has cautioned the United States against recognizing the self-declared Republic of Somaliland,...

Mayor of Mogadishu Donates $200,000 for Drought Relief in Awdal Region

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu – The Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein (Muungaab),...

Somali Opposition MP Accuses Colleagues of Derailing Key Political Meeting

By Horn Africa NewsMOGADISHU — Member of Parliament Mr. mohamed Ali Inar known as ‘Ana-Nug’, from the Himilo Qaran Party, has accused certain...

Bayern Munich Manager Kompany Backs DR Congo Ahead of AFCON

By HAN Sports Desk MUNICH — Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has expressed his support for DR Congo ahead of...

TPLF Fighters Launch Heavy Attack in Ethiopia’s Afar Region

By HAN News Desk ADDIS ABABA — Tensions have flared once again in northern Ethiopia after fighters from the Tigray...

President Hassan Sheikh Warmly Welcomed in Egypt

Sunday, July 6, 2025 Nairobi — (Horn Africa News) — The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan...