Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali government has welcomed the Sudanese Armed Forces’ capture of the presidential palace in Khartoum, hailing it as a major milestone in the country’s efforts to restore sovereignty following two years of civil conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Source: Hiiraan Online

Madaxweynaha Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya Mudane Xasan Sheekh ayaa maalintii labaad ku sugan degmada Cadale ee gobolka Shabeellaha Dhexe, halkaas oo uu ka hagayo howlgallada dalka ka socda ee ka dhanka ah kooxda Al-Shabaab. Joogitaanka madaxweynaha ee gobolka Shabeellaha Dhexe oo wajigii koobaad ee dagaalka iyo howlgallada haatan socda xudun u noqday ayaa isbedel weyn ku soo kordhisay dardargelinta dagaalka, ayadoo saacidihii la soo dhaafay duqeymo xooggani ay ka dheceen deegaanno ka duwan oo ka tirsan gobollada shabeellooyinka, Hiiraan, iyo Jubbooyinka. Madaxweyne Xasan Sheekh ayaa si weyn loogu bogaadiyay joogitaankiisa furimaha dagaalka, waxayna waxgaradka iyo aqoonyahannadu ku baaqayaan in dowladda lagu taageero dagaalka Alshabaab. Source: goobjoog.com

Thomas Tuchel kicked off his England reign with a 2-0 win against Albania at Wembley Stadium on Friday and immediately demanded more from his players. Source: Hiiraan Online

The United Nations children's agency said on Friday it will run out of its supply of lifesaving food to treat children suffering from acute forms of malnutrition in Ethiopia and Nigeria within the next two months due to lack of funding exacerbated by Trump administration cuts to foreign aid. Source: Hiiraan Online

A middle-aged man has been jailed by Garissa High Court for 30 years for the murder of his employer in May 2023. Source: Hiiraan Online

Wargeyska Haaretz ee ka soo baxa Israa’iil ayaa sheegay in dhexdhaxaadiyaashii wada-hadallada Israa’iil iyo Xamaas ay waddo waliba ka soo xirantay oo ay quus taaganyihiin, isla markaana aanu Trump ku talo jirin in uu cadaadis ku saaro Netanyahu in uu soo noqdo wadadii heshiiska. Wargeyska ayaa sheegay in Trump uu si buuxda u taageeri doono haddii Israa’iil go’aansato inay duullaan ballaaran ku qaaddo marinka Qasa, taas oo uu muujinaysa in dhabbaha wada-hadalku sii xirmayo. Israa’iil ayaa todobaadkii la soo dhaafay dib u billowday duqeymo aan kala joogsi lahayn oo ay ka geysanayso marinka Qasa, ka dib heshiis xabbad-joojin ah oo ku dhowaad 3 bilood socday. Duqeymihii ugu dambeeyay ee ay Israa’iil ka fulisay marinka Qasa ayaa galaaftay nolosha in ka badan 500 boqol oo qof, halka dhaawacyaduna ay intaas ka sii badanyihiin. Source: goobjoog.com

Amiirka Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani iyo madaxweynaha Ruushka Vladimir Putin oo Khadka taleefanka ku wada xariiray ayaa ka wada hadlay duullaanka Israa’iil ee Marinka Qasa iyo xaaladda dalka Suuriya. Labada hoggaamiye ayaa adkeeyay sida ay uga go’antahay xal u helidda xaaladda cakiran ee Marinka Qasa, kaas oo maamulka Israa’iil uu ka wado duqeymo aan kala joogsi lahayn oo galaaftay nolosha kumannaan qof. Labada dal ee Ruushka iyo Qatar ayaa saameyn xooggan ku leh caalamka iyo gobolka bariga dhexeba, waxayna Israa’iil iyo Mareykanka cadaadis ku saari karaan joojinta xasuuqa marinka Qasa. Source: goobjoog.com

By Ahmed Abdi Abdulahi When I was a kid, I thought democracy was unique to Greece and only Greeks would do better exercising. This was partially true since I didn’t grow up in a democratic culture. I was born and raised in Ethiopia, which has for many decades been a hostile environment for democracy. What I did not know at the time was that a new type of democracy was taking root in one of the world’s most dangerous and corrupt countries, our tiny neighbor, Somaliland. Somaliland is yet to officially make the map of the world, but its recent success in free and fair elections is living proof that democracy can thrive everywhere, small or big, east or west. Somaliland is a self-declared, unrecognized, autonomous region in the northern part of Somalia. It officially broke away from Somalia in 1991 after a brutal civil war. It’s worth remembering that Somalia and Somaliland unified as one country in June 1960 after a collective victory against the Italian colony in the south and British presence in the north. In a bid to centralize and consolidate his infant power in the south, Siyad Barre, who came to power in 1969 after a coup, left the southern regions underrepresented in a collectively formed government. The share of seats and resources dissatisfied northern clans, which ultimately led to the defection of northern representatives from the south. As much of Africa’s power was swarmed by dictators, Siyad Barre’s vision was to create a unified Somalia under his rule. In 1990, the northern leaders announced that they had officially broken away from the south, a blow to Siyad Barre’s vision of building greater Somalia under his throne. In response to the shocking announcement of the northern leaders’ decision to decentralize his rule, Siyad Barre waged a devastating war against the north. Months of relentless ground fighting and aerial assault left the region in complete devastation. Hargeisa, the capital of the northern regions, was leveled to the ground. In the following months, millions of people fled the region and sought refuge in the neighboring countries of Ethiopia and Djibouti. Others risked their lives crossing the Mediterranean and desert in search of a better life, while millions suffered in the face of global media. As shellings rained down on the capital and the region, insurgencies had begun to take root. In the north, a new frontier, mercenary soldiers led by some of the current and deceased Somaliland leaders began to mobilize people and resources to confront some of the attacks. And even though the newly formed junta was ill-equipped and had no resources to withstand any attacks, their determination to fight back was a sign of defense and hope for the people in the north. The liberation front was later joined by other clans in the region. The resistance was widening, and Somalia was facing both domestic and international pressure to halt the attacks. International aid agencies warned that the war was pushing people in the region to the brink of humanitarian catastrophe. For nearly half a decade in the bush and all-out war, a collective and bloody struggle, northern region leaders have declared Somaliland’s divergence from the south on 18 May, 1991. This gave birth to the current Somaliland. As Somalia entered a new era of civil unrest with the collapse of the central government, Somaliland’s breakaway decision saved them from war. In a country leveled to the ground, rebuilding from the ashes of destruction required both sacrifice and resources. Refugees who fled the country during the civil war began to return to the country, and those who made their way to Europe and America as refugees supported their loved ones at home. The region has gradually begun to rebuild while Somalia continues to defragment. Somaliland’s Rise on Global Stage Over thirty years since its birth, the Horn of Africa’s tiny nation had enjoyed peace while standing still and alone. Somaliland has held six free and fair elections with the presence of international observers, all of which were undisputed and peacefully transferred. Elections in most of Africa are a time of great worry and uncertainty, but Somaliland has proven that it’s the ballot that decides the future of their leaders. Over thirty years since its birth, the Horn of Africa’s tiny nation had enjoyed peace while standing still and alone. Somaliland has a port, Berbera, which is one of the main sources of revenue. The port is a major trade hub in the Horn of Africa. In recent years, several countries have expressed interest in leasing in the Red Sea maritime route. In 2017, the UAE signed a deal to use part of Berbera in a bid to modernize, a landmark deal for Somaliland. The deal included Ethiopia having 19% of the agreed shareholders. In January 2024, Ethiopia signed a controversial sea deal with Somaliland. The deal has triggered regional and international concern that the Red Sea was becoming a point of competition. Somalia has condemned the deal and called it “a violation of its sovereignty.” The feud between Ethiopia and Somalia created tension in the Horn of Africa. In November 2024, Somalilanders went to the polls to elect a new leader for the 5th straight time. The region was dealing with a whole host of domestic and international problems. In the far eastern part of the region lies a politically contentious town of Las’anod. Las’anod was part of Somaliland but slipped out of the government’s control after Somaliland troops invaded the town in August 2023. The warriors in the region quickly reorganized themselves and pushed the government forces out of Las’anod in a bloody war that resulted in civilian casualties on both sides. This event marked the end of Somaliland’s rule in the eastern regions. The economy is another rarely debated issue that influenced the outcome of the November election. In November, the Somaliland National Electoral Committee announced that the opposition leader had won the general presidential and party election by a big margin, a result that millions of Somalilanders were anxiously waiting for. The new leadership is expected to have major regional complications in the region as their power progresses. The key takeaway from Somaliland elections is their unique type of democracy practice, the one for the people and by the people. Their show of democracy was seen by the international community. The Somaliland election was hailed by the international community. The US Ambassador to Somalia has visited Somaliland during the election days and observed several polling stations. With the presence of international observers, the election was concluded with the acceptance of both opposition and ruling parties. From forming its own government currency and military to maintaining peace for such a long time to holding peaceful elections and fostering democratic cultures, Somaliland is appealing to the world more than statehood; it wants to be recognized as the 51st nation in Africa. As Somaliland embraces a path towards democracy, questions remain if its unique exercise of democracy will pave the way for international recognition. Ahmed Abdi Abdulahi is a part-time blogger and communications officer at New Ways Organization, a local NGO based in Mogadishu, Somalia Qaran News

Milatariga Suudaan, ayaa guud ahaan xaqiijiyay guushoodii ugu sarreysay ee dagaalka muddada labada sanno ah socda oo ay ka gaarayaan gudaha caasimadda khartuum, kaddib markii ay la wareegeen xarumaha ay u adeegsanayeen saldhigyada difaac , ciidanka kooxda RSF. Duullaan xooggan oo labadii maalin ee u dambeysay si joogta ah uga socday xarunta madaxtooyadda Suudaan ee ku taal caasimadda Khartuum ayaa si rasmi ah milatariga waxay ku gaareen inay la wareegaan xaruntaa oo sidoo kale u shaqeynaysay saldhig difaac oo muhiim u ah RSF. Afhayeenka ciidamada milatariga Suudaan Sarreeye Guuto Nabil Cabdallah ayaa sheegay in ciidamada milatariga ay burburiyeen askartii iyo agabkii RSF, isla markaana ay gacanta ku dhigeen tiro badan oo ka mid ah qalabkii iyo hubkii ay wateen, isagoo ku nuux-nuux saday, “Dagaalka wuu soconaya illaa guusha laga gaarayo iyadoo la nadiifinayo taako kasta oo dalka ah.” Warsaxaafadeed ka soo baxay RSF, waxay dhankooda ku sheegeen inuusan dagaalka dhammaan oo ay ku suganyihiin goobo aan ka fogeyn madaxtooyadda Suudaan, balse muuqaallada la arkay waa in loo diidday hal dagaallame oo ka tirsan RSF inuu ku socdo meel ku dhow xarunta madaxtooyadda iyo goobaha ay la wareegeen milatariga Suudaan. PUNTLAND POST The post Ciidamada Milatariga Suudaan oo guud ahaan burburiyay xoogagii RSF appeared first on Puntland Post.

International Election Observation Mission to Somaliland’s 2024 elections The University College London International Election Observation Mission (IEOM) to Somaliland’s presidential and political party elections on 13 November 2024 has published its final report. The mission, led by Tim Cole, a former UK ambassador, was invited by Somaliland’s National Electoral Commission (NEC) to provide an impartial and independent assessment of the electoral process. In all, 28 observers from 13 countries observed the electoral process in all of Somaliland’s six regions. The mission was conducted in accordance with the Declaration of Principles for International Election Observation, emphasising the strict impartiality of the mission. In the elections, the main opposition party’s candidate won the Presidency and a new political party was elected for Somaliland’s future elections. The mission observed a well-managed and peaceful election process, with the results widely accepted. However, the elections highlighted a number of areas where Somaliland’s electoral process falls short in comparison to international democratic standards. In the report, the mission makes 26 recommendations with a view to further enhance the conduct of elections in Somaliland and to support efforts to bring them fully in line with international obligations and standards for democratic elections. Priority recommendations include: Ensuring that Somaliland’s electoral process is not subject to delays that compromise the democratic rights of Somalilanders. Eliminating Somaliland’s limit on three political parties and allowing independent candidates to run for office. Making sure that the secrecy of the vote is upheld in future elections in line with international standards. Permanent staffing in all NEC departments to preserve institutional memory and enhance the running of future elections, and a permanent NEC presence throughout Somaliland at district level. Reviewing the voter registration system and updating the voter register more regularly to allow maximum participation by eligible voters. Tim Cole stated: “We congratulate the NEC and Somaliland for its successful holding of elections in a calm and peaceful environment. There is still work to be done to bring Somaliland’s elections up to international standards. As we launch our final report, we hope our recommendations will be useful in helping Somaliland as it continues its democratic journey. With the next parliamentary elections not at all far away, the focus must be kept and this important work must go on.” The full IEOM Somaliland 2024 final report is available at The full IEOM Somaliland 2024 final report is available at: Qaran News

ALSHABAAB OO XAMAR KU SIQAYSA WAXAY KANTAROOL KA SAMAYSTEEN LAFOOLE. iyaga oo Kaantarool ka samaystay Alshabaab waxay toos u joogaan meelo ka mida gudaha xamar sida daarasalaam oo ay ka kaxaysteen askar maamulka xamar ah waxay rasaas ku fureen shicibkii suuqa xoolaha iyagoo waqtigan dayniile si caadi ah isaga jooga. Waxay u eegtay xaaladda xamar inay bilaa soo socda nabaddu faraha ka bixi doonto waxa dhinac socda diyaargarow maamulka puntland ee garoowe ay doonayaan in caasimada loo soo raro Garoowe maamulkaas oo Waayo aragnimo weyn u leh iska horkeenka qabaa’ilka soomaalida ayaa kaalin weyn kaga jira burburka xamar si ay ugu hirgasho hammigooda ah inay garoowe caasimad u noqoto soomaaliya. Maamulka garoowe waxay BOOSAASO uga soo dejiyeen gaadiidka qoryaha la saaro hartiga bariga s. Land dega si ay xasiloonidarro uga riidaan degaamadaas oo ay riiqday colaad puntlad ay soo abuuray. MAHADSANID. CABDI BACAW. GUUL ALLE. LONDON. Qaran News

Muqdisho (Caasimada Online) – Madaxweyne Xasan Sheekh Maxamuud oo habeenkii 2-aad ku hoyanaya degmada Cadale ee gobolka Shabeellaha Dhexe ayaa halkaas kulamo gaar-gaar ah kula qaatay masuuliyiinta odeyaasha iyo waxgaradka ka soo jeeda gobolkaas. Madaxweynaha iyo odeyaasha uu la kulmay ayaa adkeeyey muhiimadda ay leedahay garab istaagga Ciidamada Qaranka Soomaaliyeed ee u taagan xoreynta deegaannada ay ku harsan yihiin kooxaha argagixisada ah. Odayaasha, siyaasiyiinta iyo saraakiisha ka soo jeeda Shabeellaha Dhexe ayaa ku bogaadiyey Madaxweynaha sida ay uga go’an tahay dardar gelinta howlgalka ka dhanka ah argagixisada ee HirShabeelle ka socda. Guddoomiyaha Gobolka Shabeellaha Dhexe, guddoomiyihii hore ee gobolkaas, guddoomiyaha degmadfa Yaaqshiid ee Muqdisho, saraakiil ciidan iyo masuuliyiin kale ayaa kasoo muuqday kulankii ugu dambeeyey. Shalay waxaa Madaxweynaha Cadale uga dabategay odayaasha dhaqanka Mudullood oo Ugaas Maxamuud Cali Ugaas uu hoggaaminayo, waxaana Cadale ka socda abaabul dagaal oo xoog leh, kaas oo la qorsheynayo in toddobaadkaan natiijo laga gaaro. Xog ay heshay Caasimada Online ayaa sheegeysa in Madaxweyne Xasan Sheekh oo dagaalka hoggaaminaya uu ku haminayo in ciidda ka hor Shabeellaha Dhexe laga saaro kooxda Al-Shabaab oo culeys badan soo saartay gobolkaas Degmada Aadan-Yabaal oo hadda ah difaaca ugu dambeeya ee ciidamada dowladda waxaa maanta gaaray gurmad culus oo ka yimid Hiiraan, kuwaas oo xoojinaya dagaalka Al-Shabaab ee la qorsheynayo in la Dardar geliyo toddobaadkaan bilaabanaya. Dagaallada ka socda Soomaaliya ee dowladda iyo kooxaha argagixisada ah u dhaxeysa ayaa sii xoogeysanaya maalin kasta, Al-Shabaab waxay wadaan weerarro is dabajoog ah, dowladana waxaa ka go’an in waqti kooban ay ku soo afjarto kooxdaan. Xukuumadda Ra’iisul Wassaare Xamsa ayaa maanta go’aan culus ku dhawaaqday, waxayna u guureysaa furimaha dagaalka, sida looga dhawaaqay shir deg deg ah oo maanta ay isugu yimaadeen golaha wasiirrada.

Muqdisho (Caasimada Online) – Warar hordhac ah ayaa laga helayaa duqeymo caawa gilgilay magaalada Jilib ee gobolka Jubbada Dhexe, halkaas oo ay dul wareegayaan diyaaradaha dagaalka ee Soomaaliya iyo kuwa caalamka. Dhowr goobood ayaa lasoo sheegayaa in la bartilmaameedsaday, anteelada ama isgaarsiinta ayaa hawada laga saaray, waxaana Jilib ka bilowday duqeymo xoog leh iyo kala carar afurkii kadib. Weli lama xaqiijin bartilmaameedka oo dowladda Soomaaliya oo weerarkaan qaaday kama aysan hadlin, balse xogtu waxay sheegeysaa in ilaa shan xarumood la beegsaday, magaaladuna gashay Bandow iskeed ah. Jilib waa xarunta Al-Shabaab, waa magaalo ka fug dhulka ay ka dagaalamayaan ciidamada Soomaaliya, balse toddobaadkaan gudihiisa waa markii labaad oo duqeymo culus ay ka fulisay dowladda Soomaaliya. Dagaallada ka socda Soomaaliya ee dowladda iyo kooxaha argagixisada ah u dhaxeysa ayaa sii xoogeysanaya maalin kasta, Al-Shabaab waxay wadaan weerarro is dabajoog ah, dowladana waxaa ka go’an in waqti kooban ay ku soo afjarto kooxdaan. Xukuumadda Ra’iisul Wassaare Xamza ayaa maanta go’aan culus ku dhawaaqday, waxayna u guureysaa furimaha dagaalka, sida looga dhawaaqay shir deg deg ah oo maanta ay isugu yimaadeen golaha wasiirrada. Madaxweynaha Soomaaliya ayaa la wareegay hoggaaminta dagaalka, toddobaadkaan ayuu dib u xirtay tuutihiisa, wuxuuna isku maray seddax degmo oo ka tirsan Shabeellaha Dhexe. Degmada Cadale ee gobolka Shabeellaha Dhexe oo ah magaalo xeebta badweynta Hindiya saaran ayuu Xasan Sheekh degay, waxaana heegan la geliyey dhamaan qeymaha kala duwan ee ciidamada qaranka waxaana la isugu geeyey Shabeellaha Dhexe, gaar ahaan aagga Cadale. Degmada Aadan-Yabaal oo hadda ah difaaca ugu dambeeya ee ciidamada dowladda waxaa maanta gaaray gurmad culus oo ka yimid Hiiraan, kuwaas oo xoojinaya dagaalka Al-Shabaab ee la qorsheynayo in la Dardar geliyo toddobaadkaan bilaabanaya. Xog ay heshay Caasimada Online ayaa sheegeysa in Madaxweyne Xasan Sheekh oo dagaalka hoggaaminaya uu ku haminayo in ciidda ka hor Shabeellaha Dhexe laga saaro kooxda Al-Shabaab oo culeys badan soo saartay gobolkaas.

Mogadishu, Somalia – Once a beacon of hope for a nation scarred by decades of conflict, Somalia’s healthcare system has morphed into a chilling testament to the perils of unchecked privatization. The promise of accessible, life-saving care has been brutally subverted by a profit-driven model, leaving the most vulnerable to languish in the shadows of a system that prioritizes wealth over well-being. The question hangs heavy: in a nation where survival is already a daily struggle, has healthcare become a luxury only the affluent can afford? The statistics paint a grim portrait. Somalia’s health indicators are among the world’s lowest, a stark reality underscored by alarmingly high infant and maternal mortality rates. While the government’s Health Sector Strategic Plan 2022-2026 (HSSP III) promises a path towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC), the chasm between policy and practice yawns wider with each passing day. The very foundation of a functioning healthcare system—access, affordability, and quality—is crumbling under the weight of financial exploitation. Healthcare for Sale: A Morbid Transaction The surge of private healthcare facilities, ostensibly filling the void left by a dilapidated public system, has instead created a two-tiered reality. These institutions, operating with near-total impunity, demand exorbitant upfront payments, transforming emergency care into a cold, calculated transaction. Abdiqani’s heart-wrenching testimony, a lament for his wife who bled to death outside a hospital door, echoes the silent screams of countless others. “They didn’t care that she was pregnant. They only cared about the money,” he seethes, a raw indictment of a system that has betrayed its fundamental purpose. This is not an isolated incident. Hospitals, both private and public, routinely prioritize wealthier patients, leaving the majority to fend for themselves. As medical costs spiral, Somalis are forced to navigate a labyrinth of underfunded public facilities, unregulated private clinics, and the often-desperate recourse of traditional healers. The Privatization Boom: A Mirage of Progress? The influx of wealthy investors, drawn by the lucrative potential of a largely unregulated market, has birthed state-of-the-art hospitals in urban centers. These opulent facilities, equipped with cutting-edge technology, cater exclusively to Somalia’s elite and the diaspora, charging thousands for specialized treatment. This stark contrast to the deplorable state of public hospitals, where “lack of medicine, equipment, and trained personnel means we are unable to save lives,” as Dr. Hodan Ali poignantly observes, highlights the systemic inequality. This “progress” is a mirage, a gilded cage for the privileged few, while the masses are left to grapple with a system starved of resources and compassion. The Damal Caafimaad Project, a World Bank initiative aimed at strengthening public finance, offers a glimmer of hope, but its impact remains to be seen. Foreign Medical Tourism: Draining the Nation’s Lifeblood The exodus of Somalia’s elite to Turkey, India, and Kenya for medical treatment further exacerbates the crisis. This trend not only drains vital revenue but also fuels a devastating brain drain. Skilled Somali doctors, lured by better salaries and working conditions, abandon their homeland, leaving public hospitals critically understaffed. This hemorrhage of talent, a direct consequence of governmental inaction, accelerates the system’s descent into chaos. Counterfeit Catastrophe: Poison in the Pharmacy The proliferation of counterfeit and expired medications, a direct result of Somalia’s weak regulatory framework, adds another layer of horror to the healthcare crisis. “We see patients who have taken fake medicines that worsen their conditions,” laments Dr. Mohamed Ahmed, a Mogadishu pharmacist. “Some people are literally dying from preventable illnesses because they received the wrong treatment.” This is not merely negligence; it is a calculated gamble on human life, a testament to the unchecked greed that permeates the system. The government’s failure to enforce quality control has turned pharmacies into potential death traps, where profit trumps patient safety. Government Silence: A Betrayal of the People Despite widespread condemnation, the Somali government’s response has been woefully inadequate. While policies like the HSSP III and the Somali Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Roadmap articulate noble aspirations, implementation lags far behind. International aid agencies, including the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, International Medical Corps, ICRC, and Doctors Without Borders, provide critical emergency relief, but long-term solutions remain elusive. The National Development Plan (NDP) and Essential Package of Health Services (EPHS) aim to align sector plans, yet the fundamental issue persists: a lack of political will to prioritize the health of its citizens. The Path to Redemption: Reform or Ruin? To reclaim its healthcare system from the clutches of profit-driven interests, Somalia must undertake a radical overhaul. Strict Regulation: Impose stringent price controls and mandate that all facilities prioritize emergency care over payments. Public Hospital Revitalization: Invest massively in infrastructure, equipment, and staffing. Counterfeit Crackdown: Implement rigorous pharmaceutical monitoring. Doctor Retention: Offer incentives to stem the brain drain. Universal Health Coverage: Implement health insurance for all, shielding the vulnerable from financial ruin. Somalia’s healthcare system should be a sanctuary, not a battleground where the wealthy thrive and the poor perish. The choice is stark: reform or ruin. Will Somalia finally choose its people, or will it remain a nation where survival hinges on the size of one’s wallet? The world watches, waiting for an answer. About the Author Prof. Abdinasir Ali Osman is a highly respected senior researcher, consultant, and trainer with over 35 years of experience in the humanitarian, development, and institutional capacity-building sectors. His career spans across the private, public, and non-profit sectors, where he has played a critical role in shaping policies, building institutions, and implementing large-scale programs in Somalia and beyond. As a leading expert in humanitarian, governance, peacebuilding, and development, Prof. Osman has dedicated his life to advancing local capacity, institutional resilience, and sustainable development. His work has influenced policy decisions, empowered young professionals, and strengthened governance frameworks in fragile and conflict-affected environments. You can reach him through email: ipi2024@hotmail.com

In a landscape riddled with propaganda and political puppetry, one digital beacon pierces the darkness: Caasimada Online. More than just a news outlet, it’s a defiant force, a digital vanguard rewriting the rules of Somali journalism. For too long, the narrative of Somalia has been dictated by the whims of warlords, the agendas of foreign powers, and the echoes of a fractured past. But a silent revolution is underway, powered by the click of a mouse and the relentless pursuit of truth. Caasimada Online (www.caasimada.net) has emerged as the undisputed powerhouse of independent Somali journalism, a digital colossus that refuses to be silenced. Prof. Abdinasir Ali Osman, “regular reader,” paints a picture of a media landscape transformed. But this isn’t just about readership; it’s about a fundamental shift in power. Caasimada Online is not merely reporting the news; it’s shaping it, holding the powerful accountable, and giving voice to the voiceless. Beyond the Headlines: Unmasking the Real Somalia Forget the sanitized press releases and government spin. Caasimada Online dives into the heart of Somalia’s complex reality, delivering a raw, unfiltered perspective that resonates with Somalis worldwide. Political Storms and Governance Scandals: Delving into the murky depths of Somali politics, exposing corruption, and dissecting the machinations of power. The Shadow War: Security, Extremism, and the Fight for Survival: Providing on-the-ground reporting from the frontlines, unmasking the true face of Al-Shabaab, and questioning the effectiveness of international counterterrorism efforts. Economic Tides and Financial Undercurrents: Illuminating the hidden forces driving Somalia’s economy, from diaspora investments to the challenges of rebuilding a nation from the ashes. The Human Cost: Education, Healthcare, and the Struggle for Dignity: Amplifying the voices of ordinary Somalis, highlighting the struggles of a nation grappling with poverty, disease, and the legacy of conflict. Cultural Crossroads and Technological Frontiers: Exploring the dynamic interplay between tradition and modernity, showcasing the resilience of Somali culture, and charting the nation’s digital transformation. The 24/7 News Machine: Breaking Barriers, Shattering Silence In a world of instant information, Caasimada Online operates at breakneck speed, delivering breaking news with unparalleled accuracy and immediacy. It’s a digital nerve center, connecting Somalis across continents, and providing a real-time window into the unfolding drama of their nation. Multimedia Mastery: Engaging Minds, Igniting Dialogue Caasimada Online transcends the limitations of traditional journalism, embracing the power of multimedia storytelling. Visual Witness: Exclusive Video Reports and Hard-Hitting Interviews: Bringing the news to life with compelling visuals and unfiltered voices. Data Driven: Infographics and Visualizations: Transforming complex information into digestible insights, empowering readers with knowledge. Sound of Truth: Podcasts and Audio Reports: Sparking conversations and fostering critical thinking through engaging audio content. Interactive Engagement: Comment Sections and Social Media Integration: Transforming readers into active participants, fostering a vibrant online community. A Digital Fortress: User Experience and Uncompromising Accessibility Caasimada Online’s commitment to excellence extends to its digital platform, providing a seamless and intuitive user experience. Navigational Precision: Clear Categories and Streamlined Menus: Ensuring effortless access to information. Device Agnostic: Responsive Design for Seamless Browsing: Delivering a consistent experience across desktops, tablets, and smartphones. Information Architecture: Scannable Content and Robust Search Functionality: Empowering readers to find the information they need, when they need it. The Global Network: Connecting Somalis Across Borders Caasimada Online’s reach extends far beyond Somalia’s borders, connecting a global community of Somalis. With over 2 million monthly visits, its readership spans continents, reflecting the platform’s unparalleled influence. The Pillars of Independence: Unwavering Integrity, Uncompromising Truth Caasimada Online’s strength lies in its unwavering commitment to editorial independence. Fearless Investigations: Exposing Corruption, Holding Power Accountable: Unmasking the hidden agendas that shape Somalia’s destiny. Unbiased Reporting: Delivering Objective, Fact-Based Journalism: Refusing to be swayed by political or financial pressures. 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Minneapolis (Caasimada Online) – Xeer-beegti ayaa xukun ku riday Aimee Bock iyo Salim Said oo lagu helay dhammaan dambiyada lagu soo oogay, kadib markii lagu eedeeyay musuq-maasuq dhan $250 milyan oo lagu fuliyay magaca quudin carruurta Minnesota intii lagu jiray xilliggii COVID-19 Xeer-beegtida maxkamadda federaalka ayaa Arbacadii dambiyada oo dhan ku heshay Aimee Bock iyo Salim Said, kuwaas oo lagu eedeeyay inay abaabuleen khiyaano lacageed oo baaxad leh oo lagu lunsaday $250 milyan, iyadoo la sheegtay in lacagahaas loogu talagalay quudinta carruurta Minnesota xilligii uu socday cudurka saf-marka ahaa ee COVID-19. Bock, oo 44 jir ah, ahna aasaasaha iyo agaasimaha hay’adda Feeding Our Future, iyo Said, oo 36 jir ah kana mid ah milkiilayaasha maqaayadda Safari, ayaa si degdeg ah loo xiray kaddib xukunka, iyadoo laga baqay inay baxsadaan ka hor inta aan la ridin xukunka muddada xabsiga. Garsooraha maxkamadda federaalka, Nancy Brasel, ayaa ku adkeysatay go’aankeeda ah in la xiro, iyadoo tiri: “Labadan eedeysane waxay muujiyeen dabeecado been-abuur iyo marin-habaabin ah intii uu socday maxkamadda,” waxayna intaas ku dartay inay ka cabsi qabto inay wax ka beddelaan dokumentiyo ama ay isku dayaan inay ka baxsadaan caddaaladda. Bock ayaa lagu helay toddobo dacwadood, oo ay ku jiraan khiyaano lacag wraeejin (wire fraud), maleegis khiyaano, iyo musuq-maasuq la xiriira barnaamijyada dowladda federaalka. Said waxaa lagu helay 21 dacwadood oo dheeraad ah, oo ay ku jiraan lacag-dhaqid iyo shirqool ku saabsan been xalaaleynta lacagaha la lunsaday. Dacwad-oogayaashu waxay ku eedeeyeen Bock inay ahayd maskaxdii ka dambeysay khiyaanada, iyada oo si been abuur ah u sheegtay tirada cuntada la bixiyay iyo isticmaalka lacagaha federaalka ee loogu talagalay barnaamijyo cunto si xad dhaaf ah loo buunbuuniyay ama aan jirin xilligii COVID-19. “Kiiskan wuxuu calaamad u noqday dhibaatada musuq-maasuqa ee ka jirta gobolka,” ayuu yiri Kaaliyaha Xeer Ilaaliyaha Federaalka Joe Thompson, isagoo ku tilmaamay qorshahan “mid aad u foojigan” iyo “ceebta gobolka Minnesota.” Xeer-beegtida ayaa xukunka gaartay kadib ku dhowaad shan saacadood oo wadatashi ah, taasoo dhammaysay dacwad socotay in ka badan shan toddobaad, oo ay markhaati ka ahaayeen wakiillo ka tirsan FBI, xisaabiyayaal baarayaal ah, iyo dad is-dhiibay oo qirtay inay qayb ka ahaayeen khiyaanada. Labada eedeysane ayaa markhaati ka bixiyay difaacooda, iyadoo hadalladoodu si toos ah ugu liddi ahaayeen caddeymaha iyo markhaatiga ay soo bandhigeen dacwad-oogayaasha. Markhaatiyaal ayaa ku sifeeyay Bock qof saameyn weyn leh oo aan la taaban karin, iyadoo mid ka mid ah markhaatiyaasha uu ku tilmaamay “ilaah,” taasoo muujinaysay doorkeeda weyn ee fulinta khiyaanada. Dacwad-oogayaashu waxay soo bandhigeen caddeymo muuqaal ah oo si cad uga hor imanayay sheegashada Said ee ahayd in maqaayaddiisa Safari ay si maalinle ah ugu adeegto kumannaan cunto ah. Qareennada difaaca ayaa ku dooday in macaamiishoodu ay ahaayeen dad lagu qaldamay ama lagu khiyaaneeyay la-hawlgalayaashooda, islamarkaana aysan ogayn baaxadda khiyaanada dhacday. Intii la akhrinayay xukunka, waxaa muuqday falcelinno dareen leh, iyadoo Bock ay ilmaysay markii gacanta lagu dhigay. Intii ay dacwadu socotay, dacwad-oogayaasha ayaa soo bandhigay caddeymo xoog leh, oo ay ku jiraan muuqaallo ka yimid maqaayadda Safari, kuwaas oo si cad u beeninayay sheegashada Said. Maqaayaddiisu waxay horay u samayn jirtay qiyaastii $600,000 sanadkii, balse waxay sheegtay inay adeegto 3.9 milyan oo cuntooyin ah intii u dhaxaysay Abriil 2020 iyo Noofambar 2021, taasoo sababtay in malaayiin doolar oo magdhow been abuur ah ay ugu wareegto guryo raaxo leh, gaadiid iyo safarro dibadda ah. Qareennada difaaca ayaa weli ku andacoonaya in eedeysanayaashu ay ahaayeen dad lagu khalday ama laga faa’iidaystay. Kenneth Udoibok, oo ah qareenka Bock, ayaa muujiyay niyad-jab ku saabsan sida xukunka si dhaqso ah lagu gaaray, isagoo sheegay inuu qorsheynayo rafcaan. “Ugu yaraan waxay heshay fursad ay sheekadeeda ku sheegto,” ayuu yiri Udoibok, isagoo tixraacaya markhaatigeedii muranka dhaliyay, halkaasoo ay ku qiratay in khiyaano dhacday balse ay sheegtay inaanay ogeyn faahfaahinta. Guddoomiyaha gobolka Minnesota Tim Walz ayaa soo dhaweeyay xukunka, isagoo si adag u cambaareeyay in barnaamij loogu talagalay carruurta baahan la khiyaaneeyay. “Kuwani waa dambiyayaal ka faa’iidaystay nidaamka,” ayuu yiri Walz. “Waxay u shaqeynayeen si abaabulan, waxayna sii wadeen beenta.” Dacwadda Feeding Our Future waxaa lagu soo oogay 70 qof, waxaana 44 kamid ah la xukumay iyagoo qirtay dambiyada ama lagu helay maxkamad. Mas’uuliyiinta ayaa dib u soo ceshaday qiyaastii $60 milyan oo ka mid ah lacagihii la lunsaday, iyadoo dacwado kale ay socdaan. Taariikhda rasmiga ah ee xukunka Bock iyo Said weli lama shaacin, hase yeeshee dacwad-oogayaasha waxay filayaan in lagu xukumo xabsi dheer. “Waxaan rajaynaynaa in xukunka maanta uu astaan u noqdo bog cusub,” ayuu yiri Thompson, isagoo muujiyay in Minnesota ay ka go’an tahay soo celinta daahfurnaanta barnaamijyada dadweynaha.

Muqdisho (Caasimada Online) – Dowladda Federaalka Soomaaliya ayaa si weyn u soo dhaweysay guusha ay maanta gaareen Ciidamada Millateriga Suudaan oo xarumihii dowladda ee caasimadda Khartoum kala wareegey maleeshiyaadka RSF ee uu taageero Imaaraadka. Ciidamada Suudaan ayaa goobaha ay maanta la wareegeen waxaa kamid ah qasriga Madaxtooyadda ee Khartoum oo ku yaalla bartamaha magaaladaasi, oo ay ku sugnaayeen maleeshiyaadka RSF. Bayaan kasoo baxay Wasaaradda Arrimaha Dibadda ee Soomaaliya oo ku qornaa luuqada Carabiga ayaa lagu muujiyay sida ay dowladda Soomaaliya ula dhacsan tahay wixii maanta dhacay iyo guusha taariikhiga ah ee gaareen ciidamada Suudaan. “Soomaaliya waxay la dhacsan tahay naf-hurnimada walaalaha Suudaan, shacabka iyo ciidan. Waxaan si adag u taageeraynaa midnimada, wadajirka iyo in aad xasilooni qaran, horumar iyo barwaaqo gaadhaan,” ayaa lagu yiri bayaanka dowladda. Hoos ka aqriso bayaanka Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya waxay si weyn ugu faraxsan tahay dib u soo celinta ciidamada qalabka sida ee Suudaan ee qabsaday Qasriga Jamhuuriyadda oo ku yaal caasimadda Khartuum, kadib laba sano oo dagaal hubeysan ah. Tani waa tallaabo muhiim ah oo lagu ilaalinayo madax-bannaanida Suudaan iyo xoojinta nabadda iyo ammaanka. Sidoo kale, Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya waxay si dhow ula socotaa dedaalka geesinimada leh ee shacabka walaalaha ah ee Suudaan iyo ciidamada qalabka sida. Soomaaliya waxay mar kale xaqiijinaysaa mowqifkeeda taariikhiga ah ee ah taageerada midnimada, madax-bannaanida Suudaan, iyo kaalmaynta hay’adaha sharciga ah si loo xaqiijiyo xasilloonida, amniga, iyo isku-duubnida qaranka. Iyadoo lagu jiro habeenada barakaysan ee tobanka ugu dambeeya ee bisha Ramadaan, waxaan Ilaahay ka baryeynaa in uu Suudaan ku manaysto nabad iyo xasillooni, islamarkaana dadaalka shacabka walaalaha ah ee Suudaan uu keeno horumar iyo barwaaqo.

Muqdisho (Caasimada Online) – Ra’iisul Wasaaraha Xukuumadda Jahmuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya, Xamza Cabdi Barre ayaa maanta shir-guddoomiyey kulan deg-deg ah oo looga hadlayo amniga caasimadda. Kulankan ayaa sidoo kale waxaa looga hadlay amniga deegaannada ku xeeran caasimadda iyo howlgallada lagu ciribtirayo kooxaha argagixisada, oo haatan ka socda qeybo kamid ah dalka. Ra’iisul Wasaaraha ayaa sheegay in xukuumaddiisa ay u guuri doonto furrimaha dagaalka lagu cirib-tirayo kooxda Al-Shabaab ee ku dhuumaaleysanaya qeybo kamid ah gobollada dalka. Xamza ayaa sheegay in dadka Soomaaliyeed heystaan fursad muhiim ah oo waqti kooban lagu soo afjari doono kooxaha Khawaarijta ah, maadama ay ku jiraan marxalad dhammaad ah, lana doonayo in shacabka Soomaaliyeed gamcaha isu qabsadaan sidii ay qeyb uga noqon lahaayeen ilaalinta amnigooda iyo xasilloonida dalka. Sidoo kale wuxuu faray hay’adaha amniga in ay sii xoojiyaan xaqiijinta amniga caasimadda, xilli lagu jiro tobankii dambe ee bisha barakeysan ee Ramadaan, ayna fooda nagu soo hayso Ciidda. Kulanka ayaa ugu dambeyntiina lagu bogaadiyey howl-gallada socda ee ciidamada xoogga dalka iyo kuwa deegaanku ay kula jiraan Shabaab-ka baneystay dhiigga shacabka Soomaaliyeed ee laga sifeyn doono guud ahaan dalka. Si kastaba, kulankan ayaa imanaya xilli shalay duleedka magaalada Muqdisho lagu arkay saacado kooban xubno Shabaab ah, oo sawirro iskaga qaaday iyaga oo baabuurta dadweynaha baaraya, taas oo kooxda dacaayad ahaan u baahisay, si ay u xoojiso baranbagaadada baraha bulshada.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Al-Shabaab's large-scale offensive, initiated in February with more than 3,000 militants mobilized from Middle Jubba to retake the strategic Middle Shabelle region, has stumbled but continues to expose critical weaknesses in Somalia's security framework. Source: Hiiraan Online

Darasaad la sameyey Hogaaminta Madaxwayne Cabdiraxmaan Cirro Waxa lagu sheegey 100 casho ee ugu horeyey siduu usoo dhigey xukumadiisa iyo biseylka ka muuqta in bulshadda reer Somaliland u riyaaqeen 93% kuna qanacsan yihiin inuu noqdey Madaxwayne ku dedaalaya horumarka dadkiisa iyo wadda jirkiisa umadda u hogaaminayo. Iyaddo laga qiimeyey dhinacyo badan si kooban. 1. Dhismaha Xukumaddisa iyo saamiga beelaha 2. Xurmeynta shacabka doortey iyo kuwan dooran 3. La dagalanka khilaafaadka bulshadda dhexdeda 4. Mideynta iyo walalteynta bulshadiisa 5. Dardar gelinta Arimaha Nabad galyadda 6. Casriyeynta Ciidamadda qalabka sidda 7. Xoojinta xidhiidhka caalamiga ah 8. Dib dhiska kaabayaasha wadooyinka dalka 9. Dardar gelinta waxbarasha iyo caafimaadka 10. Kor u qaadida beeraleyda iyo waraabka celasha 11. Kor u qaadida qiyamka dowladdnimadda 12. La dagaalanka wax isdabamarinta iyo musuqa 13. Xoojinta iyo xurmeynta culimadda dalka 14. Xoojinta wadda shaqeynta bahdda dhaqanka 15. Xoojinta wadda shaqeynta ururada bulshadda 16. Fulinta iyo dardar gelinta qorshaha xukumada 17. Dib u qaabeynta iyo qalabeynta xafiisyadda 18. Kobcinta dhaqalaha dalka iyo cashuuraha 19. La dagaalanka Sixir bararka ashcaarta suuqa 20. Ilaalinta xoriyatal qowlka saaxafadda dalka 21. Hirgelinta xeer-nidaamiyayaasha xukumadda 22. Odoroska kala xadeynta shaqadda wasaradaha 25. Faafreebka iyo ilaalinta xogta sirta xukumadda 26. Isku duba riddka shaqalaha xukumadda 27. Qiimeynta dib u dhiska madaradda dalka 28. Dardar gelinta iyo dib u qiimeynta kalumeysiga 29. Ilaalinta bed qabka dadka ee caafimaadka 30. La dagaalanka dawoyinka dhacey iyo cunto dhacdey iney dalka soo galaan. Wey jiraan qodobo badan oo kale oo faafaahin u baahan. Balse intani waa hordhaca lagu qiimeyey darasaad kooban ey ka qeyb qaateen shacab kala duwan oo ka xora siyaasadda iyo asxaabta qaranka. Balse ku qiimeyey aragtidooda muwaadinimo oo madax banaan siyaasadda. Waxaanse qabaa iney xukumaddu si faahfaasan usoo saari doonto waxqabadkeeda 100 casho. Bulshaddana la wadaagi doonto dhowaan. Waxii u qabsoomey. Waa bilaahi Towfiiq Ramadaan Kariim Jimce Mubarak Hon-Envoy Abdirizak Diinaari Qaran News

Ra’iisul Wasaaraha Xukuumadda Jahmuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya, Mudane Xamsa Cabdi Barre, ayaa maanta shir-guddoomiyey kulan deg-deg oo looga hadlayo amniga caasimadda iyo deegaannada ku xeeran iyo dagaalka Alshabaab. Ra’iisul Wasaaraha, ayaa sheegay in Xukuumaddisu ay u guuri doonto furrimaha dagaalka lagula daalamayo xubnaha kooxda Alshabaab ee ku sugan qeybo kamid ah gobollada dalka. Ra’iisul Wasaaraha, ayaa sheegay in dadka Soomaaliyeed heystaan fursad muhiim ah oo waqti kooban lagu soo afjari doono kooxaha Khawaarijta ah, maadama ay ku jiraan marxalad dhammaad ah, lana doonayo in shacabka Soomaaliyeed gamcaha isu qabsadaan sidii ay qeyb uga noqon lahaayeen ilaalinta amnigooda iyo xasilloonida dalka, isaga oo faray hey’adaha amniga in ay sii xoojiyaan xaqiijinta amniga caasimadda. Kulanka ayaa sidoo kale lagu bogaadiyey howlgallada socda ee ciidamada xoogga dalka iyo kuwa deegaanku ay kula jiraan kooxda Al-Shabaab, kuwaas oo ka socda gobollada dalka. Source: goobjoog.com

LONDON, UK (HOL) — A London man was given a suspended sentence after customs officers discovered approximately £18,000 worth of khat in his luggage at Newcastle International Airport. Source: Hiiraan Online

Garoowe (Caasimada Online) – Maamulka Puntland ayaa shaaciyay in ka hor Ciidda bisha Ramadaan ay soo afmeeri doonaan wejiga saddexaad ee dagaalka ka dhanka ah Daacish, kaasi oo ka socda buuraha Calmiskaad ee gobolka Bari. Hoggaanka guud ee hawlgelinta ciidamada difaaca Puntland, S/Guuto Maxamed Aadan Jaamac (Degelle) oo la hadlay warbaahinta, ayaa sheegay in dagaalku u socdo sidii la qorsheeyay, islamarkaana la dhameystiri doono ka hor Ciidda. “Hawlgalka Hillaac, oo taliska guud uu qorsheeyay in lagu qaado Ceelka Miiraale—meeshii ugu dambaysay ee ay ku harsanaayeen firxadka argagixisada Daacish—wuxuu u fulay sidii loo qorsheeyay, Ilaah baa mahad leh. Dhammaan qorshe kasta oo la diyaariyay waa fulay,” ayuu yiri hoggaanka ciidamada difaaca Puntland. Waxa uu intaas ku daray: “Waxaa la burburiyay dhammaan difaacyadii ilaalada ee ku meersanaa Ceelka Miiraale, waxaana halkaasi ciidamadu ku dileen in ka badan 35 dagaallame oo ka tirsanaa argagixisada.” Howl-galkan ayuu sheegay in ciidamadu kula wareegeen dhammaan talisyadii ku yaallay halkaasi, kuwaasoo haatan ay gacanta ku hayaan ciidamada difaaca Puntland. “Wejiga saddexaad ee hawlgalka ayaa gebogebo ah, waxaana noo qorshaysan, Ilaahay idankii, in aan dhammaan sifayno meel kasta oo ay ku dhuumanayaan firxadka argagixisada inta aan Ciidda la gaarin,” ayuu yiri. Waxa uu rajeeyay in inta dhiman howlgalka si guul ah lagu dhameystiri doono, iyadoo kooxda Daacish laga saaray inta badan dhulkii ay horey ugu sugnaayeen ee buuraha gobolka Bari. Maamulka Puntland ayaa tan iyo markii uu bilaabay howlgalka ka dhanka ah Daacish waxay ciidamadu ku wadeen dardar horleh, iyadoo muddo kooban la iskaga gudbay saddex weji, kaasi oo haatan gebogebo maraya, sida uu sheegay maamulka.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Forced evictions, ongoing clan-based conflicts, and limited humanitarian services are intensifying Somalia's humanitarian crisis, disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups such as women, children, and internally displaced persons (IDPs), according to a joint report released by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). Source: Hiiraan Online

Seventy people have been charged with allegedly embezzling $250 million in federal funds earmarked to feed underprivileged children. Thirty-seven defendants have pleaded guilty to their roles. Source: Hiiraan Online