Author: Osman Omar

Somalia 2023 GDP Hits USD 10.969 Billion” SNBS is pleased to announce the release of the much-awaited Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report for 2023, providing an insightful overview of Somalia’s economic performance amidst global challenges. The 2023 GDP report reveals Somalia’s robust economic resilience, with GDP reaching USD 10.969 billion, marking a significant 4.2% increase from 2.7% in 2022. This growth was driven by thriving sectors such as construction, investment, and resilient livestock exports, underpinning Somalia’s capacity to seize emerging opportunities. Despite global uncertainties, Somalia maintains stable international trade dynamics, prominently supported by resilient livestock exports. Equally, household consumption saw…

TSA Officials Arrive in Mogadishu to Strengthen Aviation Security and Direct Flight Possibilities. Mogadishu, Somalia: A team of officials from the United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has arrived in Mogadishu for a three-day visit to enhance aviation security and facilitate direct flights between Mogadishu and the United States. During their visit, the TSA officials discussed improving airport security and meeting international standards required for flights from Mogadishu to the US with the Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) leadership. The discussions focused on implementing advanced screening technologies and developing comprehensive security protocols at Aden Adde International Airport. These initiatives aim…

 Talo Soo Jeedin: Sharci Cusub oo Lagu Xakameynayo Siyaasiyiinta Isticmaala Baasaboorada Diblomaasiyadda ee Ka Shaqeeya Dano Shisheeye Dowladda Soomaaliya waxay wajahaysaa xaalado adag oo dhinaca diblomaasiyadda ah, iyadoo qaar kamid ah siyaasiyiinta dowladda ay ka shaqeynayaan danaha waddamo shisheeye. Si looga hortago halista ka dhalan karta arrintaan, waxaa muhiim ah in la qaado tallaabooyin adag si loo ilaaliyo danaha qaranka, loona xakameeyo shaqsiyaadka isticmaala baasaboorada diblomaasiyadda ee ka soo horjeeda danaha Soomaaliya. Sababaha Sharci Cusub loogu Baahan Yahay Siyaasiyiinta qaata baasaboorada diblomaasiyadda ee shaqeynaya danaha waddamada shisheeye waxay halis gelinayaan ammaanka qaranka iyo madaxbannaanida siyaasadeed ee Soomaaliya. Waxaa jira iska…

Why Negotiating with Al-Shabaab Now Would Undermine Somali Government’s Progres In light of recent developments and the internal dynamics within Al-Shabaab, now is not the time to negotiate with the group. Al-Shabaab is not a monolithic organization; it comprises two distinct factions with differing interests. The first faction, primarily motivated by financial gain, operates as a gang involved in various money-making schemes. The second faction, the core Al-Shabaab members, believe they are the sole representatives of faithful Islam in Somalia. This core group exerts control over the gang faction, trying to align their activities with the broader ideological goals of…

Djibouti Signals Strong Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty Djibouti has stepped and hosting key leaders from the SSC-Khatumo and Awdal State regions of Somalia. This gathering underscores Djibouti’s strong alignment with Somalia, amidst escalating regional tensions catalyzed by recent controversial maneuvers by Ethiopia. The core of these tensions revolves around a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by Ethiopia’s Prime Minister with representatives of the northwestern regions of Somalia, “Somaliland.” This agreement, which aims to enhance cooperation between Ethiopia and the self-declared autonomous region of Somaliland, has sparked a wave of criticism. Detractors label the MoU as both “irresponsible” and “illegal,” attributing…

Khudbadda Madaxweynaha ee furitaanka Kalfadhiga 5-aad BFS. Waxaa sharaf iyo karaamo ii ah inaan furo kalfadhigan 5-aad ee BFS oo muhimmad weyn u leh geeddisocodka dowlad dhiska Soomaaliya ee aan ku matalayno shacabkeenna. Ugu horreyntii Waxaan halkan tacsi uga dirayaa xubnahii ka geeriyooday BFS muddadii ka dambaysay furitaanka kalfadhiga afraad, ee kala ahaa: 1- AUN Xildh. Wasiir Khadiija Maxamed Diiriye iyo 2- AUN Senator Abdirisaaq Maxamed Xareed Waxa aan sidoo kale uga tacsiyeynayaa Barlamaanka Somaaliyeed, anigoo horaanba ugu tacsiyeeyay shacabka Soomaaliyeed, geeridii waayeelkii Soomaaliyeed, AUN Maxamaed Sh. Cismaan Jawaari, Guddoomiyahii hore ee Golaha Shacabka BFS. Waxuu ahaa qof ummadda Soomaaliyeed…

The city of Ceerigaabo, also known as Erigavo, is the capital of the Sanaag region in Somalia. Since 1991, the town has experienced significant changes due to local clan dynamics. During the Somali civil wars, each clan withdrew to its respective villages, leaving Ceerigaabo nearly deserted. However, leaders from the Habar Yoonis, Habar Jeclo, Warsangali, and Dulmahante clans have worked to maintain the city’s unity. The historically significant Yube 1 and Yube 2 conferences led to harmony and peace in coexistence under a single administration. Recent open-source intelligence suggests that the unity agreement reached 25 years ago is now threatened…

Potential consequences if Ethiopia sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a secessionist group in Northern Somalia: 1. Increased Threat from Al Shabab: Signing an MoU with a secessionist group in Northern Somalia could potentially create a power vacuum or destabilize the region, leading to an increased threat from the militant group Al Shabab. This could allow Al Shabab to expand its influence into Somaliland, bringing them closer to strategically important military bases in Djibouti, which raises regional security concerns. 2. Mass Refugee Crisis: The political upheaval resulting from this agreement could trigger a significant humanitarian crisis, forcing over one…

Over the past two years, the Somali military has gained valuable insights into Al Shabab’s operations, techniques, and mechanisms. The military has learned how to detect Al Shabab members hiding within the population, particularly in Galmudug and Hirshabelle. Al Shabab often hides in the dense forests of these regions, which are mainly uninhabited and lack natural water sources. The Somali military has disrupted Al Shabab’s plans by strategically planting water sources and stationing security guards throughout the region, which is considered no man’s land. The military has launched a campaign codenamed “Search and Destroy,” targeting Al Shabab’s supply lines, especially…

The Somali government is working with financial institutions to stop money from fueling fights between different clans in the country. The government is closely watching and controlling the flow of funds to prevent them from being used to support these clan conflicts. The government captures several hundreds of dollars, believing in funding clan conflicts in the country and most from outside the country, and holds special accounts to limit the financial support for these fights. Despite the government’s efforts, there has been a rise in violence between different clans in money regions in the country, leading to the deaths of…

The statement by Acting SRSG Swan shows a contradiction because the signing of an MoU between Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed Ali and the Northwest region of Somalia is a clear breach of the UN Charter, AU Constitutive Act, international law norms, and principles of state sovereignty and territorial integrity: 1.UN Charter: Article 2(4) prohibits the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state. Signing an MoU with the Northwest region undermines Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. 2.AU Constitutive Act: Article 4(b) upholds the respect for borders existing upon achieving independence, thereby reinforcing…