Latest NewsPuntland demands UN projects be directed to its institutions, not corrupt Somalia president Hassan Sheikh and his family
File Photo/Somali Times The Puntland government has announced its commitment to convincing the United Nations and all donor agencies in Somalia to deal directly with it. Puntland demands UN
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Puntland demands UN projects be directed to its institutions, not corrupt Somalia president Hassan Sheikh and his family
File Photo/Somali Times The Puntland government has announced its commitment to convincing the United Nations and all donor agencies in Somalia to deal directly with it. Puntland demands UN
Read MoreUS, China talks sketch out rare earths, tariff pause for Trump and Xi to consider
President Trump meets with China’s President Xi Jinping at the start of their bilateral meeting at the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan, on June 29, 2019. By Reuters Top Chinese and U.S.
Read MoreTanzania’s Zanzibar elder gains new lease on life through Chinese medical expertise
Chinese and Tanzanian doctors pose for photos with patient Omar Haji Makame after a successful laparoscopic surgery at Lumumba Hospital in Zanzibar, Tanzania, Oct. 20, 2025. The 35th Chinese
Read MoreUS, China begin trade talks in Malaysia
By Anadolu Agency The US and China Saturday kicked off their economic and trade talks in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, according to the Chinese state-run Xinhua news agency. Chinese
Read MoreIvory Coast votes with Ouattara’s legacy, age in focus
Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara, 83, waves at supporters during a final political rally ahead of Ivory Coast’s presidential election, scheduled for October 25, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast,
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Featured ArticlesPuntland demands UN projects be directed to its institutions, not corrupt Somalia president Hassan Sheikh and his family
File Photo/Somali Times The Puntland government has announced its commitment to convincing the United Nations and all donor agencies in Somalia to deal directly with it. Puntland demands UN
Puntland demands UN projects be directed to its institutions, not corrupt Somalia president Hassan Sheikh and his family
File Photo/Somali Times The Puntland government has announced its commitment to convincing the United Nations and all donor agencies in Somalia to deal directly with it. Puntland demands UN
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Read MoreThe end of Farmajo and parliament Members of both Houses approves the election agreement.
Photo/Somali Times Members of both houses of parliament have ratified the election agreement reached in Mogadishu between the central government, regional administrations and the Benadir region.
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Ethiopia Prime Minister in Saudi Arabia, first official trip outside Africa
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed departed the country on Thursday for a state visit to Saudi Arabia. The trip is his first outside Africa after three visits to neighbouring
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Read MoreThe end of Farmajo and parliament Members of both Houses approves the election agreement.
Photo/Somali Times Members of both houses of parliament have ratified the election agreement reached in Mogadishu between the central government, regional administrations and the Benadir region.
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By Anadolu Agency The number of Italians aged over 90 is expected to reach 1 million in the next three years, local media reported Tuesday. Citing Italia Longeva, the national association for
One killed as Kenyan anti-government protests intensify again
A protestor reacts during an anti-government demonstration following nationwide deadly riots over tax hikes and a controversial now-withdrawn finance bill in Kitengela, Kenya, July 16, 2024.
UN arms embargo lifting in Somalia has become a problem
File Photo/Somali Times Puntland: The weapons seized in Shiloh Madow are the result of the United Nation lifting of the arms embargo on Somalia. Read: James Swan has been appointed as the United
Kagame wins fourth term in Rwanda
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Trump appears with bandaged ear at Republican convention
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Rwandans cast ballots to elect Paul Kagame a fourth term in office
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Spain beat England 2-1 to secure EURO 2024 title
By Anadolu Agency Spain beat England 2-1 on Sunday to win the UEFA EURO 2024 title in Berlin. The Spaniards drew first blood in the final at Olympiastadion. Nico Williams, Spain’s winger on the
A suicide bombing strikes a restaurant in Mogadishu
A Photograph appears on the internet A large explosion took place tonight in Mogadishu, especially in the area of the Daljirka Dahson monument, and heavy losses are being reported. A restaurant
Wimbledon men’s singles champion Carlos Alcaraz
Wimbledon – All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain – July 14, 2024 Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz is awarded with the trophy by Britain’s Catherine, Princess of
James Swan called on Puntland and the federal government to restore their cooperation
File Photo/Somali Times The acting United Nations representative in Somalia, James Swan, called on Puntland and the federal government of Somalia to take the necessary steps to resume their
1 million Italians expected to be over 90 years old in next 3 years: Report
By Anadolu Agency The number of Italians aged over 90 is expected to reach 1 million in the next three years, local media reported Tuesday. Citing Italia Longeva, the national association for
One killed as Kenyan anti-government protests intensify again
A protestor reacts during an anti-government demonstration following nationwide deadly riots over tax hikes and a controversial now-withdrawn finance bill in Kitengela, Kenya, July 16, 2024.
UN arms embargo lifting in Somalia has become a problem
File Photo/Somali Times Puntland: The weapons seized in Shiloh Madow are the result of the United Nation lifting of the arms embargo on Somalia. Read: James Swan has been appointed as the United
Kagame wins fourth term in Rwanda
Rwandan president Paul Kagame By Daily Nation Paul Kagame is set for a fourth term as electoral authorities declare him the winner of the Rwanda presidential election after garnering 99.15 per
Trump appears with bandaged ear at Republican convention
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump greets Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance as he attends Day 1 of the Republican National Convention (RNC) at
Rwandans cast ballots to elect Paul Kagame a fourth term in office
Rwanda President Paul Kagame. Credit Photo/Reuters Millions of Rwandans are heading to the polls Monday to choose the next president and members of parliament in an election that could give
Spain beat England 2-1 to secure EURO 2024 title
By Anadolu Agency Spain beat England 2-1 on Sunday to win the UEFA EURO 2024 title in Berlin. The Spaniards drew first blood in the final at Olympiastadion. Nico Williams, Spain’s winger on the
A suicide bombing strikes a restaurant in Mogadishu
A Photograph appears on the internet A large explosion took place tonight in Mogadishu, especially in the area of the Daljirka Dahson monument, and heavy losses are being reported. A restaurant
Wimbledon men’s singles champion Carlos Alcaraz
Wimbledon – All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain – July 14, 2024 Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz is awarded with the trophy by Britain’s Catherine, Princess of
James Swan called on Puntland and the federal government to restore their cooperation
File Photo/Somali Times The acting United Nations representative in Somalia, James Swan, called on Puntland and the federal government of Somalia to take the necessary steps to resume their