Politics
120Political news, government updates, and policy changes
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.
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.
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.
Kenyan Health Minister Duale Defies Calls to Stay Out of Garissa Politics
Kenya’s Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has rejected calls to stay out of Garissa politics, vowing to continue expressing his views on the county's leadership and future elections.
Airstrikes Hit Baidoa Outskirts as Al-Shabaab Threat, Political Tensions Rise
Warplanes carried out overnight airstrikes on suspected Al-Shabaab positions outside Baidoa as security and political tensions continue to rise in Somalia’s South West state.
Somali Government Appeals to Arab Countries to Stop Somaliland Recognition Campaign
Somalia is urging Arab countries to use their diplomatic influence to prevent Israel’s recognition of Somaliland from triggering wider international recognition of the breakaway region.
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.
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.
Somali Opposition Leaders Condemn Mogadishu Evictions, Raise Alarm Over Turkish F-16s
Somali opposition leaders have condemned government-led demolitions and forced evictions in Mogadishu, with former president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed alleging that Turkish F-16 fighter jets were used to intimidate families in the Tokyo area of Yaqshiid.
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.
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.
Janan Expected to Join New Jubaland Cabinet After Political Deal
Former Jubaland Security Minister Abdirashid Janan is reportedly set to join the new Jubaland Cabinet following a political agreement with the administration, although his appointment has yet to be officially confirmed.
Qoor Qoor Praises Puntland for Gaalkacyo Cooperation Amid Political Tensions
Galmudug President Qoor Qoor has praised Puntland for its cooperation with Galmudug, particularly in Gaalkacyo, while expressing hope that political tensions over Mudug will not damage relations between the two administrations.
Hassan Sheikh: Federal Government Is Not Attacking Somalia’s Federal Member States
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says the Federal Government is committed to strengthening and supporting Somalia’s federal member states, as political tensions over federalism and elections continue.
Puntland Accuses North Eastern State of Using Somaliland Prisoners for Financial Gain
Puntland has accused the North Eastern State administration of exploiting Somaliland prisoners held in Las Anod for political and financial purposes, while calling for transparent legal proceedings and improved medical care.
Somalia Deputy Trade Minister Mahmoud Abdullahi Ahmed Resigns
Somalia’s political landscape has witnessed another notable development following the resignation of Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, MP Mahmoud Abdullahi Ahmed, popularly known as Abuukaate.
Sadia Bajaaj Released as Banaadir Appeals Court Overturns Three-Year Prison Sentence
Sadia Bajaaj has been released after the Banaadir Regional Court of Appeal overturned her three-year prison sentence, ruling that the original judgment lacked sufficient legal grounds.
Somalia Government and Opposition Set to Resume Talks Over Electoral Dispute
Somalia’s Federal Government and opposition groups are expected to resume talks next week as international mediators push for agreement on a new electoral framework.
Ethiopia Accuses Eritrea of Sending Troops Into Tigray as Regional Tensions Rise
Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of deploying troops into the Tigray region without authorization, raising fears of renewed conflict between Addis Ababa and Asmara and further instability across the Horn of Africa.
Israel Seeks Stronger Ties with Somaliland as Riyadh-Ankara-Islamabad Cooperation Raises Security Concerns
Israeli Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli has called for stronger relations with Somaliland, Greece, Cyprus and the UAE, as Israel raises concerns over growing defense cooperation between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan.