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Heavy rains and flash flooding in Somalia have left a devastating impact, claiming the lives of 50 people and displacing nearly 700,000 individuals, according to the Somali Disaster Management Agency. The situation is expected to worsen with more rainfall anticipated. The crisis is part of a broader catastrophe in the Horn of Africa, where over 1.7 million people are now in urgent need of assistance.

President Mohamud emphasized the urgency of the situation, outlining that the goal is to achieve this objective by December 2024, aligning with the departure of the African Union peacekeeping forces. Al Shabaab, known for waging a brutal insurgency to establish its rule based on a strict interpretation of Islamic Sharia law, has been a long-standing challenge to the Somali government.

In a delightful six-minute video, Yusra generously shares her personal twist on the classic lasagna, incorporating flavors that resonate with her East African heritage. The key players in this culinary symphony are cumin spice and berbere, each contributing a distinct and aromatic profile to the dish.

As winter sets in along the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, a phenomenon is unfolding that requires attention – the commencement of winter breeding for Desert Locusts. The region has experienced early winter rains in parts of southeast Egypt, Sudan, Eritrea, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and northwest Somalia.

In the tapestry of the Somali diaspora, cassette tapes weave a poignant narrative of love, gossip, prayers, and poetry, sustaining connections across continents. Bristol-based...

Independent Expert Highlights Human Rights Concerns in Somalia in End-of-Mission Press Conference

The United Nations Security Council on Thursday suspended for a period of three months the pullout of African Union troop from Somalia, where fighting rages with al-Qaida’s affiliate in East Africa.