A conflict photojournalist recounts their experience of being held hostage for a year in Mogadishu, Somalia, emphasizing that nothing prepares one for the mental trauma despite being aware of the dangers.
The EU Commissioner for sport stated that host countries determine access for World Cup participants, responding to concerns over US travel restrictions that barred a Somali referee.
A Somali referee has been barred from entering the United States for the World Cup after a US official claimed he had links with 'terror organizations.' The decision has raised questions about the referee's background and the nature of the alleged connections.
Yusuf Ali, a 34-year-old former child soldier in Somalia, continues to struggle with ongoing nightmares and dark reminders of his past experiences in Mogadishu.
Ifrah F. Ahmed's new cookbook, Soomaaliya, offers a collection of traditional Somali recipes, including cardamom crepes, filling a void in culinary literature.
Clashes have erupted in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, ahead of a planned anti-government rally. The violence comes amid growing anti-government agitations in the city.
The African Union has urged all stakeholders in Somalia to exercise restraint and engage in dialogue following recent security developments in Mogadishu.
Gunfire broke out in Mogadishu ahead of planned anti-government protests, with former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire accusing government forces of attacking him.
Somali pirates have initiated direct contact with the families of Pakistani crew members abducted 40 days ago. The crew remains held captive by the pirates.
Somali referee Omar Artan has been appointed to officiate the UEFA Super Cup match between Paris St-Germain and Aston Villa later this summer, following his exclusion from the World Cup.
A Trump administration official claimed that the Somali World Cup referee, who was denied US entry, had associations with 'terror groups' or 'terror organisations'.
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup tournament, received a hero's welcome upon his return.
Over 6.5 million Somalis face severe hunger due to the climate crisis, ongoing conflict, and cuts in aid, with many displaced individuals finding continued hardship in Mogadishu camps.
Heavy gunfire and fighting rocked Somalia's capital overnight, with smoke rising over the city and armed forces deployed, following clashes between rival political factions ahead of planned protests.
Heavy gunfire has erupted in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, as anger escalates over the delay of elections. The fighting highlights growing tensions and instability in the country.
Civilians are fleeing Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, as government troops and opposition-allied militias exchange fire, causing property damage. The violence flared ahead of planned protests over the president's decision to remain in office after his term expired.
An opinion piece argues that recognizing Somaliland would not bring stability to the Horn of Africa but would instead entrench division within Somalia and the wider region.
Somali referee Omar Artan has been appointed to officiate the UEFA Super Cup match between Paris St-Germain and Aston Villa later this summer, following his exclusion from the World Cup, marking a new assignment for the official.
Referee Omar Artan has returned to Somalia after being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup due to his alleged association with suspected members of terror organizations.
A former child soldier in Somalia shares his ongoing nightmares and the traumatic experiences of being forced to fight. He describes the brutal reality of his past, where it was 'either killed or be killed'.
Somalia's government has declared that order has been restored in Mogadishu after two days of fighting paralyzed parts of the city, though the opposition has rejected the president's rule and vowed to continue fighting.
Tensions over Somali elections have escalated into violence, leading to clashes in Mogadishu and leaving residents grappling with fear and disruption, further deepening the country's political crisis.
Gun battles erupted in Mogadishu, Somalia's capital, as armed groups loyal to rival politicians clashed, marking the worst fighting the city has seen in years.
Somali piracy is reportedly making a comeback, with experts attributing the resurgence to a shift in the maritime landscape that inadvertently favors pirates.
An analysis highlights Somalia's critical juncture, emphasizing the urgent need for a political settlement to avoid further instability, given the lack of a clear path to elections or a political transition.