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Somalia, Tanzania Seek To Boost Trade and Investment Ties | MOGADISHU: Somalia and Tanzania have pledged to strengthen trade and investment cooperation following talks between senior government officials aimed at expanding economic ties between the two East African nations. Commerce and Industry minister Ambassador Gamal Mohamed Hassan, met Tanzania’s Minister of Industry and Trade, Judith Silvio Kapinga, to discuss ways of increasing bilateral trade, supporting private sector growth and creating new business opportunities. According to a statement issued after the meeting, the ministers explored measures to attract investment, encourage entrepreneurship and promote greater commercial engagement between businesses in both countries.…

The workshop served as a platform to raise awareness of IPv6 adoption, strengthen collaboration among key stakeholders, and support Somalia’s digital transformation agenda by promoting the deployment of next-generation Internet technologies and enhancing the country’s digital infrastructure. Delivering the opening remarks, Eng. Mohamed Ahmed Mohamud, Rector of Jamhuuriya University of Science and Technology (JUST), underscored the importance of preparing the next generation of ICT professionals to support Somalia’s digital future. “Preparing the next generation of ICT professionals is essential for Somalia’s digital future. Universities have a critical role in advancing IPv6 knowledge, research, and innovation, and in equipping students with…

According to sources familiar with the matter, the company dismissed nearly 70 Somali workers this week, some of whom had been employed at the airport for several years. The reported layoffs have sparked concern among workers and labor rights advocates, who accuse the company of unfair employment practices. Sources also claim that some employees were presented with a difficult choice between relinquishing accrued employment benefits, including annual entitlements, or risking the loss of their jobs. Workers who reportedly insisted on receiving their full benefits were allegedly informed that their employment could be terminated. The allegations have generated growing criticism and…

The development marks a notable turn in Somalia’s political and security landscape, with the meeting took place on the sidelines of the AfDB Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, where African leaders and financial institutions are discussing the continent’s economic outlook amid rising debt pressures, climate challenges and growing calls for infrastructure financing. According to officials privy to the meeting, discussions centred on Somalia’s ongoing economic reforms, investment opportunities and the role of international financial institutions in supporting the country’s reconstruction after decades of instability. Minister Bihi Egeh said the Federal Government remains committed to fiscal reforms, improving financial…

Speaking at the 2nd Istanbul Natural Resources Summit (INRES 2026) in Türkiye, Somalia’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Dahir Shire Mohamed, revealed that Mogadishu is eager to transition into mining exploration as offshore oil and gas drilling operations pick up pace along the Somali coast. “Our country has plenty under the ground,” Minister Mohamed stated, emphasizing that the federal government is looking for deeper cooperation with Türkiye to tap into these minerals. “We want to extract and develop them in a peaceful, reasonable, and friendly way.” Reviving the 2016 Mining Pact During a bilateral meeting in Istanbul, Minister Mohamed…

Speaking at the African Development Bank (AfDB) Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, Egeh said Somalia had made “clear progress” in fiscal reforms, including stronger domestic revenue collection and improvements in public financial management. However, he stressed that domestic efforts must be matched by increased concessional financing from development partners to sustain development gains. “Somalia’s reform path is clear, but we need continued and predictable development financing to translate progress into real services for our people,” Egeh said. The AfDB meetings, which bring together more than 3,000 delegates including finance ministers and central bank governors, are this year focused on closing Africa’s…

The development marks a notable turn in Somalia’s political and security landscape, with footage seen by Goobjoog Media showed large crowds participating in the mass funeral for the victims, who reportedly included children, elders, religious scholars, and young people. Local sources said the victims were killed at a single location during the violence. Some reports further alleged that several bodies were run over by military vehicles after the killings. Sources on the ground also told Goobjoog Media that medical teams are still treating nearly 13 people injured in the clashes, some of whom sustained critical wounds. The conflict, which resulted…

The development marks a notable turn in Somalia’s political and security landscape, with in a statement issued on Tuesday, the ministry said the decision follows a review by the UN Country Task Force on Monitoring and Reporting (CTFMR), which officially verified that ASWJ no longer meets the criteria for inclusion on the watchlist for grave violations involving child recruitment. According to the ministry, ASWJ had previously appeared on the list due to concerns over the recruitment and use of children within its ranks. However, recent assessments confirmed that the group has ended the practice and aligned its conduct with Somalia’s…

The development marks a notable turn in Somalia’s political and security landscape, with in a statement, the ministry said it was closely monitoring the violence and expressed deep concern over the recent clashes between rival clans, which it said had resulted in loss of life, injuries, property destruction and large-scale displacement of civilians over the past two days. The ministry condemned what it described as unlawful attacks that run contrary to Islamic principles and Somalia’s traditional values, urging all parties involved to halt hostilities and prevent further suffering among local communities. Authorities also warned that legal action would be taken…

According to a statement issued by the Somali Police Force, the suspect was apprehended at a facility he operates under the name “Raaliyo School.” Police said the suspect made comments linking the acquisition of girls to the purchase of a house, though the exact wording of the remarks has not been independently verified. Authorities described the comments as contrary to societal values and an affront to the dignity, honor and respect of Somali women. The suspect is currently in police custody and is undergoing preliminary investigations. Police said that upon completion of the investigation, the case will be forwarded to…