Omar Adam

@Adam2026

Omar Adam is a Senior Reporter for Somali Report based in Addis Ababa. He reports on Ethiopian politics, security, business, and economic affairs, with a special focus on the Somali Region and the experiences, governance, and development of Somali communities across Ethiopia.

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SR Originals

How Somali-Swedish Winger Taha Ali Became Sweden’s Surprise Weapon

Born to Somali refugee parents in Sweden, Taha Ali has overcome a long road through the lower leagues to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As Sweden prepares to face the Netherlands, the Malmö FF winger is emerging as one of the most inspiring stories of the tournament.

June 20, 2026

News

Somalia Make History with First International Women’s Football Victory

Somalia’s U-17 women’s national team made history by registering the country’s first-ever international victory in women’s football, defeating Sudan 8-2 at the CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship in Tanzania. Nagma Mohamed starred with a hat-trick as Somalia ended their debut campaign on a memorable high.

June 17, 2026

SR Originals

Before Recognition: How Somaliland’s President Made a Secret Trip to Israel

Newly disclosed meetings in Jerusalem reveal that Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi traveled secretly to Israel months before recognition, meeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and senior Israeli security officials as both sides quietly worked toward a historic diplomatic breakthrough.

June 15, 2026

Business

Djibouti Ranked Africa’s Third-Best Port as Mogadishu Overtakes Mombasa, Dar es Salaam

Djibouti has been ranked Africa’s third-best performing port in the World Bank’s 2025 Container Port Performance Index, while Mogadishu Port climbed ahead of Mombasa and Dar es Salaam, highlighting the growing competitiveness of Horn of Africa maritime hubs.

June 15, 2026

Opinion

Little to Show for Kenya’s Ten-Year Military Foray Into Somalia

More than ten years after Kenya launched its military intervention in Somalia, the promised security gains remain elusive. While the Kenya Defence Forces helped secure key areas like Kismayo, al-Shabaab has expanded its regional reach, intensifying attacks inside Kenya and deepening questions over the long-term impact of Operation Linda Nchi.

June 14, 2026

Opinion

Somalia President Hassan Sheikh’s Strengths, Weaknesses and Defining Challenges

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud faces a defining period marked by constitutional controversy, political divisions and security challenges. In this analysis, scholar Mohamed Haji Ingiriis assesses the president’s strengths and weaknesses, his approach to governance, and the obstacles that could shape the future of his presidency and Somalia’s political transition.

June 14, 2026

SR Originals

Somaliland President Arrives Israel, Joining Small List Muslim Leaders Visit State

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) has arrived in Israel on Sunday for a landmark state visit, becoming one of the few Muslim-majority leaders to engage in high-level diplomacy with the country. The visit includes the opening of Somaliland’s embassy in Jerusalem.

June 14, 2026

Opinion

My Country, Somaliland, Recognized

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi reflects on Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, describing it as a historic milestone rooted in shared histoy

June 14, 2026

Business

Somali Region Secures Third-Largest Share of Ethiopia's Record $14.5 Billion Budget

Ethiopia's Somali Regional State has secured the third-largest regional allocation under the country's record 2.34 trillion birr ($14.5 billion) federal budget. The region will receive 51.9 billion birr ($322 million), ranking behind Oromia and Amhara.

June 13, 2026