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Somaliland declares coordinated internet price hike ‘illegal’ after public outcry
Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland’s government has declared the recent internet price hike by telecommunications companies “completely illegal,” say...
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Somali and Kenyan speakers meet in Nairobi to strengthen parliamentary cooperation
Nairobi (HOL) — The speaker of Somalia’s Lower House, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Noor Madoobe, met with his Kenyan counterpart Moses M. Wetang’ula in N...
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Trump dismisses US intelligence that Saudi prince was likely aware of 2018 killing of journalist
President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed U.S. intelligence findings that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman likely had some culpability in the 2018 k...
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Spain qualify for World Cup after 2-2 draw with Turkey
Spain secured their place at the 2026 World Cup after a nervy 2-2 draw with Turkey in Seville on Tuesday, finishing unbeaten at the top of Group E des...
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Trump hosts Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed bin Salman: Five key takeaways
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has received a warm welcome to the White House from United States President Donald Trump in a visit that has em...
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Somalia launches anticipatory action strategy to combat drought, hunger and funding crisis
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia has approved a national anticipatory action strategy to predict and respond to climate shocks before they escalate into fu...
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Somalia investigates major e-visa data breach affecting 35,000 applicants
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia has launched a nationwide investigation after hackers breached its electronic visa system, potentially exposing the person...
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Hiiraan governor bans unauthorized firearms in Beledweyne after series of killings
Beledweyne (HOL) — Authorities in Beledweyne have announced a citywide crackdown on illegal firearms after two unarmed young men were shot dead in s...
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Somali army and militias eliminate Al-Shabaab commanders in Mudug, Bakool
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and community defence militias killed at least 11 Al-Shabaab militants, including key recruiters and fiel...
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If Somalia is dangerous, why is it experiencing a surge in tourism?
For decades, Somalia’s name has been shorthand for conflict, piracy and danger. Since the country’s civil war began in the 1990s, the country has ...
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