Islamic State presence in Somalia has doubled over the past year, raising concerns about increased foreign fighter involvement and regional destabilization. The number of Islamic State...
Addis Ababa emphasizes regional development goals while Somalia and Egypt express concerns over territorial and security implications. Ethiopia’s recent agreement with Somaliland has drawn strong reactions...
A motion to oust Foreign Minister Ahmed Macalin Fiqi ignites political warfare in Somalia as MPs accuse him of turning his ministry into a personal empire...
The Dark Turn: A 13-Year-Old Incident Comes to Light Somali-Canadian rapper K’naan, whose infectious anthem “Wavin’ Flag” became the heartbeat of the 2010 World Cup, now...
Foreign Minister Taye and U.S. Assistant Secretary Phee Highlight Mutual Commitment to Peace and Stability in the Horn of Africa Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Taye Atske Selassie,...
An Egyptian warship has quietly docked in Somalia, unloading a massive cache of weapons. Anti-aircraft guns, artillery, and high-tech military equipment were swiftly transferred to Somali...
Somali Government Urged to Act as Dangerous Militant Collaboration Emerges Across the Gulf of Aden The threat is real, and it’s growing. Somaliland’s Minister of Internal...
Ethiopia, a longstanding ally of Somalia, faces unjustified criticism from Somali leadership, despite its historical role in maintaining Somalia’s stability. In a candid critique, veteran diplomat...
As tensions between Ethiopia and Egypt escalate over the contentious Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), another, less visible crisis is unfolding in the shadows—one that threatens...
The winds of change are sweeping across the Horn of Africa, and at the center of this shift is the audacious partnership between Somaliland and Ethiopia....
Next month, Turkey is sending not just any ship, but its Oruc Reis research vessel into uncharted territory—Somali seas—to hunt for something that could change everything:...
Cairo’s diplomatic moves in the Horn of Africa intensify as Egypt seeks military cooperation with Eritrea to pressure Ethiopia over the Grand Renaissance Dam. Egypt is...
High-Level Diplomatic Talks Highlight Ethiopia’s Strategic Role and the Future of Franco-Ethiopian Relations. Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie, engaged with a prominent French delegation led...
The deal, signed in Ankara, establishes cooperation between Somalia’s Financial Reporting Center and Turkey’s Financial Intelligence Unit (MASAK), enhancing the exchange of financial intelligence to counter...
Somaliland’s Ascendance: A Stark Contrast to Somalia’s Descent into Chaos In the Horn of Africa, a tale of two destinies unfolds. On one hand, Somaliland boasts...
While Somaliland thrives independently, Somalia remains enmeshed in turmoil due to corruption, terrorism, and clan rivalries. The contrasting trajectories of these two regions expose the underlying...
Amidst Regional Tensions, Turkey Eyes Somalia for Space Launchpad—A Move That Could Redefine Geopolitical Dynamics Turkey’s plan to establish a rocket launch site in Somalia could...
Despite its Smaller Size, IS-Somalia’s Financial Power and Global Reach Make It a Major Player in Terrorism The Islamic State’s Somalia affiliate is making waves far...
Somaliland’s closure of the Egyptian library and the successful MOU with Ethiopia signal a pivotal moment for regional politics. Somaliland has made headlines with its bold...
As Egypt’s Bluster Intensifies, Its Mismanagement of Water Resources and Overreaching Ambitions Are Exposed As the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) nears completion, the Nile River...