Federal Parliament of Somalia Approves Constitutional Amendments

By HAN News DeskMOGADISHU — The Federal Parliament of Somalia on Wednesday officially approved amendments and additions to the country’s Provisional Constitution,...

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Germany Grants Full Recognition to Somali Diplomatic Passport

By HAN News Desk MOGADISHU — Germany has formally granted full recognition to Somalia’s diplomatic passport, marking a significant...

Iraqi Security Delegation Arrives in Mogadishu for Bilateral Talks

MOGADISHU – A high-level delegation from the Iraqi Ministry of Interior arrived in Mogadishu on Tuesday for an official visit aimed at...

Somali Government Launches Probe into Al-Shabaab’s Attack on Godka Jilacow Prison

MOGADISHU, (HAN) — The Federal Government of Somalia has launched a full-scale investigation to identify those responsible for facilitating the deadly Al-Shabaab...

Joy and Unity Mark Grand Celebration of Hiiraan State in Beledweyne

BELEDWEYNE, (HAN) — The city of Beledweyne came alive on Sunday with colorful displays of unity, patriotism, and pride as thousands of...

Clan Militias Clash Over Water Well in Bari Region, Leaving Two Dead and Several Injured

By Horn Africa News BOSASO – Deadly clashes erupted early this morning in the rural area of Kala-Baydh, part...

M23 agents still in DRC’s Uvira city despite troop pullout, residents say

SOURCE: AFPUVIRA — M23's plain-clothed intelligence agents were still deployed on Thursday in Uvira, local and security sources said, after the rebels...

Somalia calls for the implementation of a ceasefire in the DRC 

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu -The Federal Government of Somalia has officially welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire agreement...

Somali Cabinet Approves New Agreements with Saudi Arabia

By HAN News Desk MOGADISHU – The Council of Ministers of the Federal Government of Somalia has approved new...

MP Abdullahi Hashi Abib Faces Backlash for Dereliction of Duty, Spreading Falsehoods and Becoming a Tool in a Smear Campaign

Friday, July 4, 2025 — HAN Source: Shabelle Media Mogadishu — Somali Member of Parliament Dr...

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Prof. Samatar Dismisses Somaliland Recognition Claims as Rumors

By Horn Africa News Somali Senator Prof. Abdi Ismail Samatar has strongly dismissed reports claiming that the United States...

Opinion | The path to regime change in South Sudan: A citizen’s perspective

July 1, 2025  BY JWOTHAB OTHOW South Sudan’s instability is a ticking time...

Somalia and Qatar Hold Talks on Strengthening Security Cooperation

By HAN News DeskDOHA — Somalia and Qatar have held high-level talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing security cooperation between...

Turkey Seeks Stronger Saudi Ties, Focus on Somalia and Yemen

By HAN News DeskANKARA — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on...

Auditor General Showcases Somalia’s Anti-Corruption Reforms at Cairo Forum

By HAN News Desk MOGADISHU / CAIRO — Somalia’s Auditor General, Mr. Ahmed Ciise Guutaale, participated in the Third...

Political Rift Deepens Between Somaliland and Somali Government

Mogadishu/Hargeisa – A fresh political rift has erupted between Somaliland and the Federal Government of Somalia over the disputed regions of Sool, Sanaag, and Cayn (SSC), raising fears of renewed instability in the...

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Somalia Unveils Major Plans for New Mogadishu Port with 1.2 Million TEU Capacity

By Horn Africa News MOGADISHU – Somalia’s Minister of Ports and Maritime Transport, Abdulqadir Mohamed Noor, announced today that...

UK Cracks Down on Human Smuggling Gangs with New Sanctions Regime

By Horn Africa News London — In a significant step toward curbing illegal migration and protecting vulnerable individuals, the...

What Is the Military Cooperation Between Uganda and Somalia?

Thursday, July 3, 2025 — HAN Uganda and Somalia share a long history of military cooperation, particularly through Uganda’s...

Mogadishu Governor Transfers 300 Workers to the City Sanitation Department

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu – In a significant step toward improving urban sanitation and public services, the Governor...

MP Prof. Dalha Warns: Somalia’s Reputation at Risk Over Sudan Allegations

By HAN News DeskMOGADISHU – Somali lawmaker and veteran politician Prof. Mohamed Omar Dalha has claimed that foreign powers have long sought...

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Somalia Set to Resume Voter Registration as Country Edges Closer to One-Person, One-Vote Elections

By Horn Africa News MOGADISHU – Somalia’s Independent National Electoral and Boundaries Commission (INEBC) announced on Saturday that voter...

U.S. Reduces Visa Validity for Ugandan Citizens to Three Months

By Horn Africa News Staff Kampala — The United States government has officially reduced the validity period of visas issued...

Somali Government Condemns Puntland’s Seizure of SEA WORLD Vessel Carrying Military Equipment to Mogadishu

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu – The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) has strongly condemned the seizure and alleged mistreatment...

Interpol Transfers Suspected Rapist to Somali Government

MOGADISHU, (HAN)— Interpol has transferred Jama Abdi to Mogadishu after apprehending him in Rwanda, following allegations that he committed rape in Qardho, Somalia,...

Somalis Hold Rain Prayers as Drought Worsens in Baidoa

By HAN News DeskBAIDOA – Thousands of residents have gathered in the Somali city of Baidoa to pray for rain, as a severe...

Egyptian Military Conducts Regular Drills Amid Speculation Over Ethiopia’s GERD Dam

CAIRO, (HAN) – The Egyptian military has been carrying out frequent military drills at a time when the country’s media continues to amplify...

Somali Federal Government Strongly Condemns Child Rape Case in Sanaag

By HAN News Desk SANAAG — The Federal Government of Somalia has strongly condemned a brutal rape incident involving an...

Somalia and Germany Strengthen Partnership with New Security and Development Support

Thursday, July 3, 2025 — HAN Mogadishu — In a major boost for Somalia’s stability and progress, Somalia and Germany...

Gedo Tensions Put Somalia–Ethiopia Relations at Risk

By Horn Africa News BELED-HAWO — Rising tensions in Somalia’s Gedo region are threatening to damage relations between Mogadishu and...