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June 17, 2026, 3:27 pm
All of Africa Today - June 17, 2026
- [allAfrica] Monrovia -- Both Warring Sides in Sudan Singled out in UN Report
Somaliland President Receives Prestigious Friends of Zion Award
- [Horn Diplomat] Jerusalem -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro was awarded the prestigious Friends of Zion Award in Jerusalem on Tuesday, becoming one of a select group of international leaders recognized for strengthening ties with Israel and promoting cooperation between peoples and nations.
OIC Condemns Opening of Somaliland Mission in Jerusalem, Reaffirms Support for Somalia
- [Shabelle] Jeddah -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on Tuesday strongly condemned the opening of what it described as a "Somaliland embassy" in occupied Jerusalem, calling the move illegal and a clear violation of international law and the United Nations Charter.
100 Jubaland Security Force Soldiers Complete Training in Kismayo
- [Shabelle] Kismaayo -- The Minister of Security of Jubaland, Brigadier General Yusuf Hussein Osman, and the Commander of the 2nd AUSSOM Division, Brigadier Edward Banda, attended a ceremony in Kismayo to conclude the training of 100 Jubaland Security Force (JSF) soldiers.
Somali Elite Forces Kill 14 Al-Shabaab Fighters in Southern Operation
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's elite Danab special forces killed 14 Al-Shabaab fighters during a targeted operation in the southern Lower Shabelle region, the government said on Monday.
All of Africa Today - June 15, 2026
- [allAfrica] Monrovia --
Aussom Reviews Security Situation in Beledweyne, Strengthens Coordination With Somali Forces
- [Shabelle] Beledweyne -- African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) officials convened a security review meeting in the central Somali city of Beledweyne to assess the regional security situation and strengthen coordination among security agencies and key stakeholders.
Somalia, Egypt Discuss Strengthening Defence and Security Cooperation
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's Defence Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi met on Monday with Egypt's Assistant Foreign Minister for African Affairs, Mohamed Karim Fouad, to discuss ways of enhancing bilateral ties, with a particular focus on defence and security cooperation.
Somaliland Opens First Embassy in Jerusalem During Historic Israel Visit
- [Horn Diplomat] Jerusalem, June 15 (Horn Diplomat) -- Somaliland on Monday officially opened its first embassy in Jerusalem, marking a significant milestone in its growing relationship with Israel and highlighting expanding diplomatic ties between the two sides.
Somali President Hosts Italian Investors to Promote Trade and Investment
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Sunday received a delegation of Italian business leaders and investors at the presidential palace in Mogadishu, as the two countries sought to deepen economic ties and boost investment opportunities in the Horn of Africa nation.
Somalia Hosts Second National Ai Summit to Drive Digital Transformation
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's National Communications Authority (NCA) on Monday opened the second edition of the AI Summit Somalia 2026, bringing together government officials, academics, researchers, students and private sector representatives to explore how artificial intelligence can contribute to the country's development.
Somaliland President Makes Historic Visit to Israel
- [Horn Diplomat] Jerusalem -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro on Sunday visited several of Israel's most significant national memorial and historical sites during the first day of his official visit to Israel, underscoring growing ties between Somaliland and Israel.
Eutm-Somalia Mission Force Commander Visits Snaf Sustainment Command At Villa Baidoa, Reaffirming EU Partnership
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Brigadier General Elio Manes, Mission Force Commander of EUTM-Somalia, visited the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF) Sustainment Command at Villa Baidoa, reaffirming the strong partnership between the European Union and the SNAF.
AUSSOM Welcomes New Ghana Police Force
- [Shabelle] Mogadisho -- The African Union Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) has officially welcomed the new Ghana Police Force (GFPU-5) battalion, which has been deployed to Mogadishu, Baidoa and Beledweyne.
Somaliland President Arrives in Israel, Opening New Chapter in Relations
- [Horn Diplomat] Jerusalem, June 14 (Horn Diplomat) -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro arrived in Israel on Sunday for a historic five-day state visit that is expected to deepen political, economic and security cooperation between Somaliland and Israel.
Somalia Opens Italy Business Week to Boost Trade and Investment Ties
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama on Sunday officially opened Italy-Somalia Business Week 2026 in Mogadishu, highlighting the country's efforts to attract foreign investment and deepen economic cooperation with Italy.
Jubaland President Commissions Elite Duufaan Unit for Anti-Militant Operations
- [Shabelle] Kismaayo, Somalia -- Jubaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam, commonly known as Ahmed Madobe, on Sunday presided over the graduation of the elite Duufaan unit of the Jubaland Darawiish forces, urging the newly trained troops to uphold discipline and protect civilians as they prepare to join operations against armed groups in the region.
Somalia's New Ambassador Presents Credentials in Libya
- [Shabelle] Somalia's newly appointed ambassador to Libya formally presented his credentials on Sunday to the head of Libya's Presidential Council, marking the official start of his diplomatic mission and underscoring efforts by both countries to strengthen bilateral ties.
Somali Army Chief Chairs Security Meeting Ahead of Aussom Transition
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's army chief on Sunday chaired a high-level meeting focused on accelerating military operations, strengthening the armed forces and preparing for the transfer of national security responsibilities from the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), officials said.
Somaliland, Israel Agree to Deepen Cooperation After Presidential Talks
- [Shabelle] Jerusalem -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro) and Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Sunday pledged to strengthen cooperation between their two sides following talks at the Israeli presidential residence, where they jointly addressed the media.
Somali Intelligence Seizes Over 100 Barrels of Bomb-Making Chemicals Allegedly Bound for Al-Shabaab
- [Shabelle] Merca -- Somali intelligence forces, backed by local militia fighters, have seized more than 100 barrels of chemical substances allegedly destined for the Al-Shabaab militant group and intended for use in the manufacture of explosive devices, the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) said on Friday.
Turkish Shipping Firm Akkon Lines Launches Operations in Somalia Through Mogadishu Port
- [Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's main seaport hosted a ceremony to welcome Turkish shipping company Akkon Lines, which has officially launched operations in the Horn of Africa nation for the first time.
Top African Referee Omar Artan to Officiate 2026 Uefa Super Cup After Being Unable to Participate in FIFA World Cup 2026
- [CAF] Artan has been on the FIFA international list since 2018 and was named CAF Men's Referee of the Year in 2025
Somali President Inaugurates Development Projects During Visit to Hirshabelle Capital
- [Shabelle] Jowhar, Somalia -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday inaugurated a series of development projects and government facilities in the central town of Jowhar during an official visit to the capital of Hirshabelle state, officials said.
Southwest State Leader Sheikh Aden Madobe Formally Assumes Office in Baidoa
- [Shabelle] Baidoa, Somalia -- The newly elected leader of Somalia's South West State, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur, widely known as Aden Madobe, formally assumed office on Thursday following a handover ceremony held at the presidential palace in Baidoa.
Tensions Rise After Clashes in Mogadishu
- [Agenzia Fides] Mogadishu -- The situation in Mogadishu is tense. Security forces opened fire on residents protesting the demolition of houses in the Abdiaziz district. Clashes broke out between demonstrators and security forces near the road to Lido Beach, not far from the headquarters of the police transport authority. Eyewitnesses reported that security forces fired shots to disperse the crowd, which then threw stones at the officers. The clashes forced many residents to flee parts of the district and fueled fears of further
