Ahmed Omar

@Omar

Ahmed Omar is a senior journalist for Somali Report, based in Mogadishu. He has two decades of experience reporting on Somalia for international and local media. He covers politics, security, governance, business, trade, economic developments and regional affairs.

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Somalia Says 9 Al-Shabab Militants Killed Near Jowhar, Including 2 Commanders

Somalia’s intelligence agency says nine Al-Shabab militants, including two senior commanders, were killed in a planned operation near Jowhar with support from international partners.

August 15, 2026

NewsBREAKING

Uganda to Deploy More Troops to Somalia as Africa Union Funding Crisis Deepens

Uganda says it will deploy additional troops to Somalia as concerns grow over AUSSOM’s funding and future, with the African Union mission facing mounting financial and logistical challenges.

August 15, 2026