#Somalia

Somali Referee Omar Artan Returns Home a Hero After U.S. Entry Denial

Omar Abdulkadir Artan, a Somali referee, returned home to a hero's welcome after being denied entry to the U.S. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His story symbolizes national pride and resilience, inspiring young Somalis to pursue their dreams despite obstacles.

An Eritrean mother and a Tigrayan mother embrace for peace at a community gathering.

Tsimdo ጽምዶ: A Vision Of Unity, Peace, And Shared Futures In East Africa

Tsimdo is presented as more than a political phrase. Rooted in connection, dialogue and shared regional life, it offers a framework for peace, cooperation and dignity across the Horn of Africa.

Somali political rivals in tense face-to-face scene.

Somalia’s Mandate Crisis Turns Violent in Mogadishu

Somalia's political crisis escalated in Mogadishu with gunfire near former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire's residence, ahead of an opposition assembly. Disputes over President Mohamud's mandate have intensified, raising concerns over security and legitimacy.

A disappointed-looking Somaliland leader

U.S. Somaliland Report Reaffirms Somalia’s Sovereignty

The U.S. report on Somaliland emphasizes that engagement does not equate to recognition, reaffirming Somalia's sovereignty. This stance aims to prevent further territorial disputes in the already volatile Horn of Africa region.

Ethiopia’s Port Cry Hides a Sovereignty Problem

Ethiopia's recent accusations against Egypt regarding access to the sea reveal deeper issues of sovereignty and trust. The article argues that Ethiopia's claims are more about political maneuvering than actual access to ports.

Eritrea Drawn with South Africa, Guinea, and Co-Hosts Kenya in AFCON 2027 Qualifiers

Eritrea has been drawn into Group D of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers alongside South Africa, Guinea, and co-hosts Kenya. This marks a challenging path for Eritrea as they aim for their first AFCON appearance.

Outside powers circling Somalia’s sovereignty.

Israel’s Somaliland Gamble Puts Somalia’s Sovereignty at Risk

Israel's reception of Somaliland's first ambassador challenges Somalia's sovereignty and risks further fragmentation in the Horn of Africa. This diplomatic move raises concerns about foreign intervention and the implications for regional stability.

Arab, African and Asian States Reject Israel Move Against Somalia

Israel’s decision to deepen formal ties with Somaliland has triggered exactly the kind of regional backlash it should have expected. Somalia has rejected the move as an assault on its sovereignty, while a joint statement by the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Somalia, S

Abiy Ahmed’s Sudan Game Is Now in Plain Sight

The mask keeps slipping. A new report by Yale’s Humanitarian Research Lab says it has reached a high-confidence conclusion that military assistance to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces is taking place inside an Ethiopian National Defense Force base in Asosa, in Ethiopia’s Benishangul-

AU appoints Kikwete as Horn of Africa, Red Sea envoy

The African Union Commission has appointed former Tanzanian president Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete as the AU High Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, placing a veteran East African statesman at the center of one of the continent’s most sensitive geopolitical files. Th

Opinion Piece Published on Jerusalem Post by Dr Shmuel Legesse on 15 March 2026 – A Response

An opinion piece titled, "Middle East's future may be decided in the Horn of Africa : The Red Sea is becoming the centre of global power." was published on #JerusalemPost on 15 March by Dr Shmuel Legesse . The author is an international educator, community activist, a diplomacy

America First in Africa Means Interests First, Pretense Last

Washington has finally said it plainly. In a March 19 speech at the Powering Africa Summit, Senior Bureau Official Nick Checker laid out the Trump administration’s Africa policy in language that stripped away much of the old diplomatic wrapping. Africa, in this telling, is no lon