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Somalia’s Drought Deepens Rural Water Crisis

My News2026-01-2103 mins

Rural Somalia faces an acute water crisis after two years of failed rains. Wells dry up, prices soar, and families struggle to find safe water as the drought deepens.

Somalia Scraps UAE Deals Over Sovereignty Concerns

My News2026-01-1302 mins

Somalia cancels all UAE agreements over alleged threats to sovereignty, terminating port, defense and security deals in a major move in the Horn of Africa.

From the Chinese Mainland to Somali Clinics: Dr. Jama’s Radiology Revolution

My News2026-01-0904 mins

Somali radiologist Dr. Jama shares how his 2007 study in the Chinese mainland led to a teleradiology network and diagnostic center that are boosting healthcare across Somalia.

AU Rebukes Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland

My News2026-01-0802 mins

The AU condemns Israel’s December 26 move to recognize Somaliland, warning it threatens Somalia’s sovereignty, unity, and Horn of Africa stability.

US Suspends Aid to Somalia Over Destroyed Food Warehouse

My News2026-01-0802 mins

US suspends aid to Somalia’s government after reports of a destroyed WFP warehouse and seized food supplies.

African Nations Condemn Israel’s Somaliland Recognition

My News2025-12-2704 mins

After Israel’s formal recognition of Somaliland on December 26, Somalia and the AU condemned the move as a threat to regional stability, sparking protests and diplomatic clashes.

Mogadishu Votes in Historic Step Toward Universal Suffrage

My News2025-12-2501 mins

On December 23, 2025, Mogadishu held municipal elections, the first step toward restoring universal suffrage and paving the way for Somalia’s first direct national polls in over fifty years.

Somalia’s Ambassador Shares Her 2025 Journey in the Chinese Mainland

My News2025-12-2303 mins

Somalia’s Ambassador to the Chinese mainland, Fatuma Ismail, shares her 2025 journey of breaking barriers, boosting trade & culture, and reshaping perceptions.