News Features Djibouti Introduces “Xeer Ciise” to National Curriculum Dec 19, 2024By Aisha Elmi in Mogadishu DJIBOUTI CITY, Djibouti—Djibouti is taking a bold new step in safeguarding and promoting its cultural identity by introducing “Xeer Ciise” into the national education curriculum.…
Features 15 Diplomatic Factors Shaping the Tensions Between Somalia and Ethiopia Sep 15, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-Navigating the diplomatic complexities between Somalia and Ethiopia is like balancing on a tightrope, where allies, adversaries, and interests converge in intricate ways. These 15 facts highlight key regional and…
Features Two Years In: Can Prime Minister Hamza Barre Deliver on Somalia’s Future? Aug 14, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-As Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre’s government crosses the two-year mark, it is crucial to assess the administration’s progress, the obstacles it has encountered, and the future trajectory of its…
Features Arms, Clans, and Chaos: Somalia’s High-Stakes Battle to Reclaim Control after the Embargo Aug 5, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-The recent incident in Abudwak, a town located in central Somalia, has highlighted significant challenges in the country’s arms regulation and control. A convoy transporting weapons, escorted by The National Intelligence…
Features Somalia’s Democratic Dream: The Rocky Road to Direct Elections by 2026 Jul 27, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-In the evolving political landscape of Somalia, the ambition to transition towards direct elections by 2026 marks a significant milestone. However, this goal is fraught with challenges that demand an…
Features Somalia’s 5% Sales Tax Crisis: A Misstep towards Economic Turmoil Jul 20, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-The imposition of a 5% sales tax by the Somali government on all goods and services introduces significant challenges for a population already grappling with high living costs and inflation.…
Features Balancing Acts : Somalia’s Dual Strategy on Al-Shabab Talks Jul 16, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-The recent declarations by Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud concerning prospective negotiations with the militant group Al-Shabaab have ignited a critical discourse. During his visit to Oslo, Norway, President Mohamud…
Features Ankara Talks; examining details and outcomes Jul 11, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-On the 1st of July, coinciding with Somalia’s 64th Independence Anniversary, a crucial round of talks between Somalia and Ethiopia took place in Ankara, Turkey. Mediated by Turkey, these discussions…
Features Al-Shabaab Reclaims More Than 10 Areas, Somalia Denies: Fact-Check Jun 28, 2024Mogadishu(Mogadishu24)-Recent reports indicate that the offensive war against Al-Shabaab has paused, with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud returning to Villa Somalia after leading operations from Dhusamareb in Galgudud region. While the…
Features Can Somalia Survive the ATMIS Withdrawal? Jun 10, 2024As the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) nears its end in December 2024, Somalia faces a critical moment in its quest for lasting peace and sovereignty. The conclusion…
