SOMALIA: A new report warns that media freedom in Somalia is under increasing pressure as violations against journalists continue to rise. Reporters are facing intimidation, arrests, and restrictions that limit their ability to work freely. The situation is creating fear within the media community and affecting the flow of information. Advocacy groups are calling for [...]

SOMALIA: Somalia is preparing to begin its first offshore oil drilling operations with assistance from Turkey, marking a major step in its energy sector. The initiative aims to unlock natural resources and boost the country’s economic development. Officials hope the project will attract investment and create new opportunities for growth. However, challenges such as security, [...]

SOMALIA: United Nations has raised a fresh alarm as hunger conditions worsen across Somalia, with millions at risk of severe food insecurity. Prolonged drought, conflict, and economic instability have deepened the crisis, leaving families struggling to access basic meals. Humanitarian agencies warn that children are among the most affected, facing malnutrition and health risks. Displacement [...]

SOMALIA: Somalia has been ranked among the world’s most corrupt countries in 2025, reflecting deep governance and accountability challenges. The ranking points to persistent issues in public sector transparency and institutional oversight. Corruption continues to undermine public trust and limit access to essential services. Reform efforts have been announced, but progress remains uneven. The report [...]

SOMALIA: Somalia is facing a deepening humanitarian crisis as prolonged drought destroys crops and wipes out livestock. Families who depend on farming and herding have lost their main sources of food and income. Children are among the hardest hit, with rising malnutrition and hunger threatening their survival. Aid agencies warn that without urgent support, conditions [...]

SOMALIA: The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalia. The decision affects thousands of Somali nationals who were allowed to live and work legally in the United States due to instability back home. Officials stated that conditions no longer meet the legal requirements for TPS [...]

SOMALIA: The Somali NGO Consortium (SNC) is sounding the alarm about the quickly worsening drought situation, warning that a humanitarian disaster is on the horizon. This comes as international funding sharply declines while the need for help grows. The Integrated Food Security Classification (IPC) reports that the drought is pushing 3.4 million people in Somalia [...]

SOMALIA: US President Donald Trump expressed his desire to keep Somali immigrants out of the US, telling reporters they should "go back to where they came from" and that "their country is no good for a reason." His negative remarks came as reports surfaced about immigration officials planning an enforcement operation in Minnesota's large Somali [...]

SOMALIA: Migration analysts link the rise in Somali migration to several key issues, such as insecurity, unemployment, and the lack of sufficient economic opportunities within the country. Somalia is still undergoing state-building, and during this process, it continues to face serious economic difficulties. Experts note that many Somali families see Europe as a destination [...]