Female baristas like Saabiriin Hassan and Yusra Abdifatahi are challenging gender norms and fostering a new cafe culture in Mogadishu, Somalia. This trend, led by businesses like Cplus Cafe and Beydan, creates vital job opportunities for youth and contributes to the city's post-conflict revitalization.
US prosecutors arrested Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, 42, in Mogadishu, Somalia, on Thursday. Eidleh is a key suspect in a $250m Minnesota fraud case involving the Feeding Our Future nonprofit, accused of recruiting operators and collecting bribes.
Somali referee Omar Artan, Africa's top official, was denied entry to the US for the World Cup despite a valid visa, citing unspecified "vetting concerns." The decision sparked outrage and highlighted concerns over US immigration policies and travel bans affecting athletes and officials.
Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan returned to Mogadishu after being denied entry to the US. He criticized the decision, citing links to terror organizations, and expressed gratitude for FIFA's support.
Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the US for the FIFA World Cup due to "vetting concerns," despite holding a valid visa. He received an emotional welcome back in Mogadishu.
Mogadishu, Somalia - After two days of intense fighting between government forces and opposition fighters, the federal government has declared order restored in key districts. The violence, sparked by a dispute over President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's extended term, resulted in at least 13 deaths, 189 injuries, and the displacement of 12,500 households. Despite the government's claim of normalcy returning, the UN warns of severe humanitarian impacts.
Fighting breaks out in Mogadishu between government and opposition forces amid disputed presidential term extension, causing civilian disruption and economic losses.
Fierce clashes between government troops and opposition-aligned militias have erupted in Mogadishu following President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's unilateral one-year term extension. Property damage and civilian displacement are reported, with heavy weapons used in densely populated areas.
Somalia's political crisis has erupted into street clashes in the capital, Mogadishu, as the opposition rejects the extension of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term under a new constitution. The violence, which has resulted in property damage and civilian displacement, is seen by experts as an attempt by the opposition to gain leverage, potentially opening new fronts of tension.
Clashes between government forces and opposition militias in Mogadishu, Somalia, damaged buildings and forced residents to flee ahead of planned anti-government protests against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term extension.
Clashes erupted in Mogadishu, with the opposition accusing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of using security forces against peaceful gatherings. The UN and US urged restraint, condemning the violence and calling for dialogue to resolve political disputes.
Clashes erupted in Mogadishu between government troops and opposition-allied militias ahead of planned protests against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's extended term. The violence damaged property, injured civilians, and forced some to flee.
Mogadishu experienced heavy gunfire as government forces and opposition fighters clashed amid a dispute over the extension of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term. Opposition leaders condemned the violence, which followed failed talks and preceded planned protests.
索馬利亞首都摩加迪休原定今日舉行示威活動，但前一日晚間政治派系爆發激烈衝突，槍聲大作。前總理海爾表示其住所遭政府軍攻擊，前總統夏立夫寓所附近也傳槍聲。衝突起因於總統穆哈莫德宣布將任期延長一年，引發反對派強烈不滿。
Heavy gunfire and RPGs were heard in Mogadishu after former PM Hassan Ali Khaire claimed an attack by government forces ahead of planned protests against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term extension.
Mogadishu has sharply criticized Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni for not recognizing the legitimacy of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. This move follows Deni's support for the opposition against the federal government, escalating political tensions.
Mogadishu has sharply criticized Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni for refusing to recognize the legitimacy of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. This move follows Deni's support for opposition against the federal government, exacerbating internal political tensions.
Mogadishu has sharply criticized Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni for not recognizing the legitimacy of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. This move follows Deni's support for opposition against the federal government, sparking concerns of a gradual escalation similar to Somaliland's secession.
