Former Somali PM Mohamed Hussein Roble met with members of the Somali diaspora in S. Africa, offering his gratitude for their contributions & highlighting the importance of unity among the community. Roble acknowledged the critical role that the Somali diaspora plays.

The meeting was a moment to reinforce the importance of community strength & collective action to advance the well-being of Somalia. PM Roble’s message was one of hope & encouragement, urging the diaspora to continue their support in the spirit of national unity & progress

The FGS issued a statement confirming that over 70 Al-Shabaab militants were killed in preemptive operations carried out by the SNA and local forces. These operations took place in the regions of Addow-Guray in Hiraan, Eel Ali Ahmed, and the town of Alkowsar in Middle Shabelle.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud welcomed #Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed and his delegation at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu. They will hold talks at Villa Somalia to strengthen cooperation in security, politics, diplomacy, trade, regional stability, and combating terrorism.

Somalia & Ethiopia released a joint communique to reaffirm commitment to stronger ties after Abiy's visit to Mogadishu. Pres Hassan Sheikh Mohamud & PM Abiy pledged to enhance diplomacy, economic integration & security cooperation, peace, stability & prosperity for the Horn of Africa.

BREAKING NEWS: The Haramain Sharifain confirms that Ramadan 1446 Crescent has been SEEN in Saudi Arabia. "Subsequently, Saturday, 1st March 2025 is the beginning of the month of Ramadan." #Ramadan2025 #Ramadan

Banadir police have arrested renowned journalist Ali Aden at Hamar-Weyne police station, citing charges of "security destabilization & defamation of leadership." In an official statement, authorities emphasized that he would be brought before relevant court for legal proceedings.

Police Chief Asad Osman Abdullahi met with high-ranking officials from #Egypt at his office. The special meeting focused on strengthening security ties, enhancing the skills of police officers, and increasing cooperation between the two nations in training and fighting crime.

The Chairman of NIEBC, Abdikarim Ahmed, recently met with the Turkish Amb. to Somalia, Alper Aktas, to discuss Turkey's ongoing support for Somalia's efforts to implement a *One-Person One-Vote. Amb. Aktas reiterated Turkey's commitment to supporting Somalia’s electoral process,

The Speaker of the Federal Parliament, Aden Mohamed Nur (Madoobe), announced that MP Abdullahi Hashi Abib lost his seat after failing to attend more than 2 consecutive sessions "without vaild excuse for his absence". He urged relevant authorities to fill the vacancy for HOP#201.

Former PM Mohamed Hussein Roble has expressed his support for Pres Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's initiative to engage in dialogue with political stakeholders, calling it a positive step. A month ago, Roble urged the president to create platform for dialogue with the nation's leaders & politicians

Exclusive: The Somali Police Force has issued a letter searching for 145 officers missing from their posts for an extended period. The list, seen by 5 Somali TV, includes officers from the CID, Bomb Squad, Coastal Command & more. The letter is signed by #Police Chief Asad Diyano.

Breaking: A UNSOS-operated De Havilland Dash 8 (DHB8) aircraft made a safe emergency landing at Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle Intl Airport after a nose wheel failure. The crew executed a belly landing; no casualties were reported. Investigation underway. #Aviation #Mogadishu

4 Journalists from 5 Somali TV, including the Head of News, were arrested by the CID, who also seized 3 laptops & 2 cameras from the station. This follows our exclusive report earlier today about a letter of search concerning 145 officers who have been absent from duty. #Somalia

Pres Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has appointed Brigadier General Abdiwahab Abdullahi Omar as the new commander of the Somali Navy and Coast Guard. The President highlighted the government's commitment to strengthening the Navy and safeguarding Somalia’s maritime borders. #Navy #Somalia

The Independent Media Council of #Somalia condemns the unlawful detention and violent assault of four journalists from Five Somali TV (5TV) by Banadir Regional Police Forces. Human Rights Watch UN Human Rights CPJ Africa Committee to Protect Journalists Global Investigative Journalism Network UNSOM U.S. Embassy Mogadishu, Somalia

BREAKING: Somalia's Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre will visit #Laascaanood, capital of the SSC-Khaatumo State House administration. "My visit to Laascaanood is a planned one aimed at strengthening the relationship between SSC-Khaatumo and the Federal Government," he said. #Somalia

A Historic Day Dawns for Somalia as #Voter Registration Begins. Somalia today took a major step toward democratic reform as nationwide voter registration began, paving the way for the long-awaited 'One Person, One Vote' local council elections The voter registration #process

A Historic Day Dawns for Somalia as Voter Registration Begins. The voter registration process kicked off this morning in the Shangaani district of the Banadir region, the first district to begin this crucial exercise. Large crowds of residents, coming from various neighborhoods