In the Hodan District Headquarters of Mogadishu, the sound of musical celebration is about to fill the air once again. Hayaan Heritage, in partnership with the Somali National Youth Council, is set to…
In a move that has stirred dismay and frustration in Mogadishu, Kenya’s recent announcement of a visa-free travel policy for all African nations—except Somalia and Libya—has cast a shadow over the his…
Ankara Declaration aimed to resolve long-standing sea access dispute, but technical negotiations have stalled.
Last December, there was a significant beacon of hope for regional stability. On Decem…
Whereas Mogadishu basks in the glow of national celebration, honoring social media darlings while a critical battle for Somalia's future is being lost in the shadows. The juxtaposition of Mogadishu's …
Setting foot at Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport should, for any Somali or international visitor, be a moment of pride ; a symbol of national resilience, recovery, and global reconnectio…
By: Aweys Isak
In the summer of 2007, as Mogadishu trembled under the weight of war, a baby girl named Zahra entered the world.
She bestowed upon me the honor of becoming an uncle; She is my brot…
By Abdi Moalim
One of the most pressing issues affecting Somalia, albeit regrettably among the least addressed by the political elite, media, and public platforms despite its potentially devastating …
By Mohamed Dhugad
Somalia once again stands at a decisive juncture—one that offers the promise of progress, unity, and long-awaited democratic reform. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s recent call fo…
By Dr. Liban Cigaal
Somalia has entered a perilous political moment. What lies before us is not an ordinary partisan dispute but a clash that could trigger renewed fragmentation and institutional b…
In recent weeks, both local and international news outlets widely circulated claims that members of the Somali government delegation attending the 113th International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva…
By: Mohammed Hirmoge
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud seems to have borrowed one more trick from his predecessor: the art of buying time. The only problem? He’s not quite doing it like the master. On …
By Mohamed Dhugad
17 June 2025/Mogadishu, Somalia
Contact: mdhugad@gmail.com
At the gateway to Somalia’s Aden Adde International Airport—where returning citizens and international visitors ou…
Mohammed Hirmoge
Power in Somalia has long rested in the hands of a few, often, just one: the president. But today, it’s not just political power that’s centralized. Financial resources and state a…
As a young boy, Ali Bashir lived within the confines of a simple, austere life—grounded and distant from the trappings of modernity. His world revolved around the family homestead, the village soccer …
Mogadishu — in a significant move, the Federal Government of Somalia has formally called for the dissolution of the C6+ framework, describing it as outdated and misaligned with the country’s current p…
When Karin Johansson assumed her role as the Ambassador of the European Union to Somalia in September 2023, she inherited a country that had just experienced a peaceful political transition the previo…
Somalia's long-awaited entry into the East African Community (EAC), which is a diplomatic prize 15 years in the making; now looks less like a triumph and more like a textbook case of missed opportunit…
Mogadishu’s diplomatic circles are buzzing. On Thursday, the C6+ group of foreign ambassadors convened in the Somali capital, their immediate focus zeroing in on President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s rece…
Somalia’s political chessboard is bracing for a critical week as diplomatic sources confirm that the international community under the C6+ umbrella will convene this Thursday in Mogadishu to assess th…
By: Abdi Ali Raghe
As Somalia approaches a critical election period, now less than a year away, political divisions are becoming increasingly pronounced. The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) remai…
After days of intense closed-door meetings at Mogadishu's Jazeera Hotel, a significant segment of Somalia’s opposition, operating under the banner of the Opposition Salvation Forum, has unveiled a new…
In an effort to resolve Somalia's mounting political strife, Western embassies situated within Mogadishu's heavily secured Halane compound, in conjunction with the United Nations Office, are spearhead…
In a testament to its cautious and calculated diplomacy in the volatile Horn of Africa, Kenya has reaffirmed its recognition of Somalia’s sovereignty just as Somaliland’s newly elected President Abdir…
By: Ahmed Mohamoud Mohamed
On May 14, 2025, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud officially launched the Party of Justice and Solidarity in Mogadishu. The event was grand, a show of power attended by th…
Addis Ababa (24 May, 2025): The African Union is preparing to appoint Somalia’s former Prime Minister and Puntland President Dr. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali (Gaas) as its Special Envoy for South Sudan, a mov…
The burgeoning partnership between Saudi Arabia and Somalia, spurred by the Kingdom's Vision 2030, has taken a significant step forward with a newly approved security cooperation agreement focused on …
As Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud enters the final year of his second term, diplomatic fault lines with a once-crucial ally are deepening into open confrontation. The United Arab Emirates, onc…
In a strongly worded, unified statement, sixteen prominent former Somali Leaders, including Former Presidents and Prime Ministers, have sharply criticized President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, accusing him…
The Regional Government of Jubaland led by President Ahmed Madobe, has issued a strong condemnation of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's administration, accusing it of irresponsible leadership, consti…
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's second term, once brimming with the promise of renewed stability and progress for a nation weary of conflict, now finds itself mired in a deepening quagmire of contro…
The United States government has this week sharply escalated its travel advisory for Somalia, urging American citizens to avoid all travel to the country due to what it describes as "intensifying thre…
In a dramatic return to the helm of Somalia’s most powerful intelligence institution, Mahad Mohamed Salad is set to reclaim his position as Director of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (N…
A significant recalibration is underway in the crucial security partnership between the United States and Somalia, following the recent appointment of Ahmed Moalim Fiqi as Somalia's Minister of Defens…
By: Bashir Dhore
Since 2020, I’ve been returning to Somalia to lead cybersecurity workshops. Every trip, every session—same mission: to share my knowledge, help cultivate local talent, and hopefully…
Somalia's National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting, previously announced by the Federal Government, faces further postponement for the second time, Somali Stream can exclusively confirm.
The meeti…
National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) says as it raises concern over impunity.
BY SOMALISTREAM NEWSROOM
In a significant and cautiously welcomed development, no journalists were killed in Som…
History Remembers Somalia’s Role in East African Peace—Will the EAC Return the Favor Through Inclusion?
By: Abdikadir Dubat
In the 1970s, Somalia was a beacon of stability in the Horn of Africa, ste…
Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre today announced a mini but politically significant Cabinet reshuffle, once again reshaping two of the country’s most critical ministries; namely the Foreign A…
The landmark energy exploration agreement between Somalia and Turkey, formalized in 2024 and expanded in 2025, is now actively being implemented, signifying a pivotal moment built on years of mutual t…
In the coastal villages of Kulub and Dhinowda in the Mudug region of central Somalia, the advancing sand dunes have become an overwhelming and destructive force, forcing thousands of residents to aban…
By: Abdirahman Abdi Ahmed
The world is undergoing profound shifts—from evolving global alliances and economic challenges to rising conflicts and emerging technologies such as cyber warfare. Countri…
A quiet tremor rolled through Mogadishu’s political landscape when Abdi Farah Shirdoon, famously know as “Saacid,” meaning "The Forearm" or "The Helper One"—is more than a nickname; it has become shor…
The recent capture of Adan Yabal has sent ripples of alarm across Somalia, marking a profound blow in the nation’s fight against terrorism.
The seizure of this key town earlier today exposes glarin…
Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, has officially announced its entry into the Somali market, aiming to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity. Launched globally in late 2020, Sta…
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has commended Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre’s landmark visit to Laasanood, the administrative capital of the SSC-Khaatumo region, highlighting its significance…
The ongoing trade war between the United States and China, sparked by President Trump's 50% tariff proposal on Chinese goods, is poised to create significant ramifications for the global economy. Desp…
By Mustafa Osman Farah
MOGADISHU, Somalia – A chilling pattern is stalking the Somali National Army (SNA). On the bloody frontlines against the extremist group Al-Shabaab, experienced commanders – me…
The Somali nation mourns the passing of General Ahmed Suleiman Abdalla, widely known as “Dafle,” a distinguished military officer and former Director of Somalia’s National Security Service (NSS). He p…
By Abukar Albadri
إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ
On April 7, 2025, Somalia mourns not just the death of a man, but the loss of a dream—a dream of unity, justice, and redemption that G…
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, facing increasing domestic and international pressure to unify a fractured nation and end the prolonged conflict with Al-Shabaab, is taking a bold—and controver…
