Somali Woman's Equestrian Triumph Symbolizes Peace
Shukri Osman Muse, 25, is Somalia's first female equestrian, overcoming societal barriers and decades of conflict to pursue her passion in Mogadishu, inspiring others and symbolizing a return to peace.
Somali Woman's Equestrian Triumph Symbolizes Peace
Shukri Osman Muse, 25, is Somalia's first female equestrian, overcoming societal barriers and decades of conflict to pursue her passion in Mogadishu, inspiring others and symbolizing a return to peace.
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44% Bias Score
Somalia Bans Painkillers Amidst Growing Recreational Drug Use
Somalia's military court banned the sale of Tramadol and Pregabalin (Bili-bili) due to their recreational misuse, ordering law enforcement to seize the drugs and prosecute sellers.
Somalia Bans Painkillers Amidst Growing Recreational Drug Use
Somalia's military court banned the sale of Tramadol and Pregabalin (Bili-bili) due to their recreational misuse, ordering law enforcement to seize the drugs and prosecute sellers.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Chinese Fishing Vessel Rescued After Pirate Attack off Somalia
A Chinese fishing vessel illegally held off the Puntland coast by armed groups was rescued on January 13th following efforts by the Chinese government; reports suggest potential involvement of the EU's Atalanta operation, highlighting ongoing security challenges and a possible resurgence of Somali p...
Chinese Fishing Vessel Rescued After Pirate Attack off Somalia
A Chinese fishing vessel illegally held off the Puntland coast by armed groups was rescued on January 13th following efforts by the Chinese government; reports suggest potential involvement of the EU's Atalanta operation, highlighting ongoing security challenges and a possible resurgence of Somali p...
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32% Bias Score
Allegations of Turkish Citizenship Granted to Somali President's Son After Fatal Accident
Following a fatal accident in Istanbul where the son of Somalia's president, Hassan Shekh Mohamud, was found primarily at fault for the death of Turkish motorcyclist Yunus Emre Göçer, allegations emerged that Mohamud and 35 associates received Turkish citizenship, sparking public outrage and parliam...
Allegations of Turkish Citizenship Granted to Somali President's Son After Fatal Accident
Following a fatal accident in Istanbul where the son of Somalia's president, Hassan Shekh Mohamud, was found primarily at fault for the death of Turkish motorcyclist Yunus Emre Göçer, allegations emerged that Mohamud and 35 associates received Turkish citizenship, sparking public outrage and parliam...
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52% Bias Score
Puntland Affirms Amnesty for Surrendering Foreign ISIS Fighters
Puntland's government officially denied recent reports claiming no pardon for surrendering foreign ISIS fighters, stating that the amnesty offered by President Deni remains open and that the government is working with the IOM to facilitate the repatriation of foreign fighters.
Puntland Affirms Amnesty for Surrendering Foreign ISIS Fighters
Puntland's government officially denied recent reports claiming no pardon for surrendering foreign ISIS fighters, stating that the amnesty offered by President Deni remains open and that the government is working with the IOM to facilitate the repatriation of foreign fighters.
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32% Bias Score
Somalia Security Transition: AU Mission Ends, Somali Forces Take Over
The African Union launched a new stabilization mission (AUSSOM) in Somalia on January 1st, 2025, succeeding ATMIS, marking a key step in transferring security responsibilities to Somali forces after significant progress in 2024, including base transfers and quick-impact projects improving civilian l...
Somalia Security Transition: AU Mission Ends, Somali Forces Take Over
The African Union launched a new stabilization mission (AUSSOM) in Somalia on January 1st, 2025, succeeding ATMIS, marking a key step in transferring security responsibilities to Somali forces after significant progress in 2024, including base transfers and quick-impact projects improving civilian l...
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48% Bias Score
Somali President Awarded for Leadership in State-Building and Counterterrorism
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud won the Africa Presidential Leadership Award for his exceptional leadership in state-building, securing debt relief, and advancing counterterrorism initiatives, highlighting Somalia's progress under his guidance.
Somali President Awarded for Leadership in State-Building and Counterterrorism
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud won the Africa Presidential Leadership Award for his exceptional leadership in state-building, securing debt relief, and advancing counterterrorism initiatives, highlighting Somalia's progress under his guidance.
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44% Bias Score
Burundi's Potential Withdrawal from Somalia: Economic and Political Ramifications
Burundi may withdraw its troops from the AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) due to a disagreement over troop numbers, impacting AUSSOM's operational capacity and Burundi's economy, which heavily relies on peacekeeping funds.
Burundi's Potential Withdrawal from Somalia: Economic and Political Ramifications
Burundi may withdraw its troops from the AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) due to a disagreement over troop numbers, impacting AUSSOM's operational capacity and Burundi's economy, which heavily relies on peacekeeping funds.
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36% Bias Score
Somalia-Ethiopia Relations Improve After Year of Tension
Following a year of tension over Ethiopia's proposed Somaliland military base, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's visit to Ethiopia on Saturday signifies a major step toward improved relations, focusing on restoring diplomatic ties and collaborating on regional security.
Somalia-Ethiopia Relations Improve After Year of Tension
Following a year of tension over Ethiopia's proposed Somaliland military base, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's visit to Ethiopia on Saturday signifies a major step toward improved relations, focusing on restoring diplomatic ties and collaborating on regional security.
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40% Bias Score
Somali Livestock Export Ban Sparks Protests and Political Tensions
The Somali government reportedly banned foreign traders from exporting Somali livestock, causing protests from traders and around 100 Somali MPs who warn of severe economic consequences and potential further action if the government doesn't reverse its decision; the ban has already halted exports of...
Somali Livestock Export Ban Sparks Protests and Political Tensions
The Somali government reportedly banned foreign traders from exporting Somali livestock, causing protests from traders and around 100 Somali MPs who warn of severe economic consequences and potential further action if the government doesn't reverse its decision; the ban has already halted exports of...
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48% Bias Score
Somalia Raises 2025 Hajj Cost to \$4604
Somalia's Ministry of Religious Affairs announced a \$4604 Hajj cost for 2025, a \$170 increase from 2024, following government committee review and consultations with service providers.
Somalia Raises 2025 Hajj Cost to \$4604
Somalia's Ministry of Religious Affairs announced a \$4604 Hajj cost for 2025, a \$170 increase from 2024, following government committee review and consultations with service providers.
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20% Bias Score
Severe Drought Crisis in Somalia Demands $1.45 Billion in Aid
Somalia's SoDMA declared a severe drought affecting 6 million people due to a delayed Deyr rainy season, requiring $1.45 billion for emergency and long-term aid.
Severe Drought Crisis in Somalia Demands $1.45 Billion in Aid
Somalia's SoDMA declared a severe drought affecting 6 million people due to a delayed Deyr rainy season, requiring $1.45 billion for emergency and long-term aid.
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28% Bias Score