BREAKING: United Nations General Assembly voted overwhelmingly on Friday to grant the Palestinians some additional rights in the global body, after their drive for full membership was blocked by the United States. yahoo.com/news/thwarted-…

From West #Africa ’s Sahal region to the far East in the Horn of #Africa , the continent is witnessing a proliferation in the use of drones. Civilian casualties are mounting and the prospects for accountability remains bleak for most of its victims.

Mama #Africa is Bleeding.

Press freedom: Somali journalists identify climate change as new threat | U.S. Embassy Mogadishu, Somalia #Somalia nation.africa/kenya/news/afr…

“They (local authorities) do whatever they can to get money from us. It’s more then taxes, it’s like extortion and we’ve had enough”, said one business owner that spoke with me.

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Business owners I’ve spoken to view this as a money making scheme by the #Banaadir regional administration at their expense and have decided to close their doors, instead of paying this fee.

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Multiple restaurants and eateries are closed this morning in the #Madina area of #Mogadishu after local authorities demanded a $70 payment from each business under the pretext of obtaining a “health license”

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My latest piece for Geeska dwelling into the realities of journalism in #Somalia and how I’ve managed to navigate such a hostile environment ( #Mogadishu ) that few even dare to dwell into. geeska.com/en/hostile-len…

The 22nd anniversary of Shabelle Media Network is a celebration of its commitment to delivering accurate news and fostering unity among Somalis. As it looks to the future, it remains steadfast in its mission to serve as a beacon of truth and a catalyst for positive change in Somalia.

Congratulations to Shabelle Media Network for celebrating its 22nd anniversary of existence to mark the day when it first came to air on 6th May 2002. I was once awarded by Shabelle Media for my contributions I'd like to thank Abukar Sheikh on the occasion of the 6th May.

Recently at the #WorldPressFreedomDay Symposium, the panel 'Navigating the Climate Narrative: Challenges & Opportunities in Climate Change Reporting' featured prominent speakers from USAID Somalia and Puntland Non-State Actors Association (PUNSAA) (represented by its chair Abdirahman Abdirisak - a leading civil society…

During the #WorldPressFreedomDay Symposium, participants engaged in lively discussions on 'Elevating Environmental Consciousness through Journalism'. Speakers from ICE Institute, UNSOM Human Rights and Protection Group and seasoned journalist made candid presentations, followed…

ening of the World #PressFreedom Day Symposium held in Mogadishu, #Somalia ! #WPFD2024 #Somalia #WorldPressFreedomDay U.S. Embassy Mogadishu, Somalia UK in Somalia🇬🇧🇸🇴 Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi Farah Sheikh Abdulkadir Souef Mohamed El-Amine IFJ UNESCOEastAfrica

Happy #WPFD2024 ! Somali journalists work in incredibly difficult circumstances. It's important to recognize their role in state building and keeping the public informed. It's me & camareman Shafana at Shabelle Media Network. He was killed in Al Shabab attack on Sahafi hotel in 2015. RIP!

My latest interview with Mona Ismail Jama about the state of Press Freedom in #Somalia and the difficulties that journalists face whilst operating in such a hostile environment as we mark #WorldPressFreedomDay sverigesradio.se/artikel/morkt-…

Today, #WorldPressFreedomDay was celebrated in Mogadishu with a symposium themed 'A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis.' Hosted by NUSOJ | National Union of Somali Journalists in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Mogadishu, Somalia, this colourful event brought together journalists, civil…

During the #WorldPressFreedomDay Symposium, U.S. Embassy Chargé D’affaires a.i., Shane Dixon, delivered powerful remarks, reiterating the steadfast commitment of the U.S. government to defending press freedom and supporting locally led initiatives. He expressed pride in the…

The UK 🇬🇧 through its Embassy in #Mogadishu has been a staunch ally of journalists in #Somalia and the free expression community. In marking World Press Freedom Day, Amb. Mike Nithavrianakis honoured NUSOJ | National Union of Somali Journalists's invitation and joined us today in celebrating with ministers,…

At the #WorldPressFreedomDay Symposium organized by NUSOJ | National Union of Somali Journalists in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Mogadishu, Somalia, Amb. Souef Mohamed El-Amine who delivered the African Union (AU) message, underscored the critical need to enhance the safety and security of Somali journalists, thereby affirming…

Talks between US military officals and Somali National Armed Forces leadership ended without a breakthrough over the theft of Danab rations. US military officials say they take seriously all accusations of corruption - Shabelle Media Network reported.

UPDATE: Fighting broke out between SNA forces and police soldiers in Mogadishu. The gunfight erupted after police soldiers attempted to raid on a SNA officer's residence in Bondhere district. The motive behind the raid is unclear.