Bashir Guhad

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Bashir Guhad is a reporter at Somali Report covering politics, security, business, and trade across the Somali region.

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Jubbaland Approves Budget Exceeding $60 Million as Domestic Revenue Rises

Jubbaland has approved a budget exceeding $60 million amid reports of increased domestic revenue, raising expectations for public services, development spending and improved financial management.

October 10, 2026

NewsBREAKING

Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Announces Major Civil Service Reforms

Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has announced major reforms to the federal civil service, with the first phase focusing on departmental directors and merit-based appointments.

September 17, 2026

NewsBREAKING

Somaliland President Cirro Faces Criticism Over Washington Interview

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Cirro has faced criticism following an interview in Washington, after his responses regarding minerals, the war in Sudan, and Somaliland’s bid for recognition sparked debate and reactions.

September 17, 2026

NewsBREAKING

William Ruto Reportedly Rejects Meeting Request from Puntland President Said Deni

Kenyan President William Ruto has reportedly declined a meeting request from Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni, as Nairobi signals that it does not want to become directly involved in Somalia’s growing political disputes.

September 15, 2026

NewsBREAKING

HirShabelle Election Crisis Deepens as Guudlaawe Secures JSP Nomination

Political tensions in HirShabelle have intensified after President Ali Guudlaawe received the JSP presidential nomination card, as opposition figures from Hiiraan challenge the electoral process and accuse President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of abandoning a political agreement.

September 14, 2026

NewsBREAKING

Towfiiq Party Led by Sheikh Shaakir Excluded from Galmudug Repeat Election

The National Independent Electoral Commission has announced 12 political organizations eligible to participate in Galmudug’s repeat election, with the Towfiiq Party led by Sheikh Mohamed Shaakir Ali Hassan notably absent from the list.

September 13, 2026

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Aadan Madoobe Visits Baydhaba Frontlines Amid Rising Security Tensions

South West State leader Aadan Madoobe has visited frontline positions in Baydhaba, receiving briefings from military commanders on the security situation and ongoing efforts to protect the city.

August 26, 2026

NewsBREAKING

Galmudug Delivers Strong Response to Said Deni’s Visit to Dhinawda

Galmudug has strongly reacted to Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni’s visit to Dhinawda in Mudug region, insisting that the area falls under Galmudug administration.

August 26, 2026

NewsBREAKING

Turkey Pressures Somali Pirates to Release Cameroon-Flagged Ship Amid Military Tensions

Turkey is reportedly demanding the immediate release of a Cameroon-flagged cargo ship seized by Somali pirates off Somalia, as Turkish naval vessels are said to have moved toward the area following the hijacking.

August 19, 2026

NewsBREAKING

UAE Suspends Trade with Iran After Missile Incident, Tehran Denies Attack

The UAE has suspended trade and financial transactions with Iran after Abu Dhabi said two ballistic missiles were launched from the direction of Iran, while Tehran denied responsibility for the reported attack.

August 19, 2026