Benson Wafula

@Bensonwafula

Benson Wafula is a senior digital journalist at the Somali Report with over a decade of experience covering East Africa, specializing in digital reporting and video production.

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Breaking News

US Cruise Passengers Monitored After Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak

American passengers evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship arrived in Omaha, Nebraska, early Monday after a hantavirus outbreak linked to the vessel killed three people and sickened several others.

May 30, 2026

Somali World

Khamenei Strikes Defiant Tone as Iran-U.S. Negotiations Continue

Iranian Leader Khamenei Issues Defiant Message Amid Ongoing Negotiations The message comes amid a tense standoff between Iran and the United States, as negotiations continue for a possible diplomatic settlement of the war.

May 29, 2026

Somali World

US-Iran Deal Proposal Advances With Focus on Nuclear Limits and Regional Stability

The United States and Iran appear to be edging closer to a possible agreement aimed at ending tensions, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and addressing concerns over Tehran’s nuclear activities, according to regional officials.

May 29, 2026

Somali World

Second Ebola Clinic Attack in Eastern Congo Sparks Fears as Suspected Patients Disappear

An Ebola treatment facility in eastern Congo has been set on fire for the second time in less than a week, raising concerns over the spread of the deadly virus after 18 suspected patients fled during the incident.

May 24, 2026

Somali World

US, Israel reportedly considered Ahmadinejad for Iran leadership role, NYT report says

The New York Times reported that the US and Israel allegedly considered former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad for a leadership role in Iran during the early stages of the war, viewing him as a possible figure for a political transition.

May 20, 2026

Somali World

WHO Chief Warns of Rising Ebola Threat as Congo-Uganda Outbreak Spreads

Health officials are raising concern over a growing Ebola outbreak affecting parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring Uganda, with the head of the World Health Organization warning that the situation remains dangerous and requires an urgent international response.

May 20, 2026

Somali World

Hantavirus Cases Rise on Cruise Ship as Two More Passengers Test Positive

Two additional passengers aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius have tested positive for hantavirus, deepening concerns over the outbreak linked to the vessel.

May 18, 2026

Somali World

South Africa Faces Scrutiny Over Anti-Migrant Protests Amid Xenophobia Concerns

South Africa is facing renewed criticism over rising anti-migrant demonstrations that have sparked concerns about xenophobia and the treatment of foreign nationals.

May 18, 2026

Business

France seeks stronger African ties through Nairobi summit

France is hosting a major Africa-focused summit in Nairobi this week as it looks to strengthen political and economic partnerships across the continent, particularly in East Africa following recent diplomatic tensions in the Sahel region.

May 12, 2026

Somali World

Vacationing Doctor Forced Into Emergency Role During Deadly Hantavirus Cruise Outbreak

A doctor traveling as a passenger on an expedition cruise ship was suddenly thrust into a frontline medical role after a hantavirus outbreak spread onboard and the ship’s own physician reportedly became ill.

May 9, 2026