Massive car bomb kills at least 79, hurts scores in Mogadishu
A massive car bomb explodes in Mogadishu, leaving at least 79 people dead.
Tag: Somalia
Don’t overlook Africa’s ‘fragile’ states for social businesses, urge industry experts
Africa’s ‘fragile’ states can be untapped.
Kenya tightens security at borders with Somalia
Kenya intensifies security patrols at the border points with Somalia.
Transforming scrap plastic for profit
As the rubbish built up on the rubble of Mogadishu’s wrecked streets, Ahmed Abdullahi saw a business opportunity.
Gunmen kill 15 in Kenya hotel compound attack
Gunmen blasted their way into a hotel and office complex in the Kenyan capital.
Somalia signs UN-backed plan to tackle corruption
Somalia joins the world in marking the International Anti-Corruption Day fighting vice.
US reestablishes permanent diplomatic presence in Somalia
The US has reestablished a “permanent diplomatic presence” in Somalia.
Ethiopia, Eritrea and Somalia pledge to work towards regional integration
Ethiopia, Eritrea and Somalia pledge for the integration of the Horn of Africa region.
Somalia, Eritrea mend ties
Somalia and Eritrea have agreed to establish diplomatic ties after more than a decade of animosity, in the latest lightning rapprochement between Horn of Africa rivals.
Somalia announces first prosecution for FGM
Somalia to prosecute those responsible for the death of a 10-year-old girl.
China promises support for Somalia’s official news agency
China has promised assistance amounting to some $22,600 to the Somali News Agency.
Shame on you, Modi
India’s opposition leader launches an attack on Modi after a poll found the country as the most dangerous for women.
Somalia, Ethiopia to jointly invest in four seaports
Somalia and Ethiopia announce they are jointly investing in four seaports.
UN, EU say food insecurity worsens as conflicts rage
Food security of 124 million people worldwide was under threat last year, says UN.
Judge lifts Trump’s refugee restrictions
A federal judge partially blocks Trump’s newest restrictions on refugee admissions.
Cambodians rescued from Thai boat in Somalia
The Foreign Affairs Ministry and Cambodian embassy are repatriating 18 migrant workers.
