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China Extends Zero-Tariff Trade to All 53 African Countries, Boosting Somali Exports in a New Africa-China Era " Somali National News Agency
3+ hour, 7+ min ago (161+ words) While the zero-tariff policy offers enormous promise, Somali businesses must focus on quality standards and packaging to fully capitalize on the opportunity. Strategic investments in capacity building, infrastructure, and branding will be essential to unlock the policy's full potential. The…...
Somalia Strengthens Strategic Cooperation with UNDP Leadership
19+ hour, 12+ min ago (228+ words) Mogadishu (SONNA): The Federal Government of Somalia is reinforcing its strategic partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) following a high-level meeting in Mogadishu. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hamza Haadow, received…...
The Minister of Information Extends Congratulations to Somali Journalists on World Press Freedom Day
23+ hour, 46+ min ago (325+ words) Mogadishu, (SONNA) " The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia, H. E. Daud Aweis Jama, extended his congratulations to the entire Somali media community on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, celebrated annually on May 3rd, while…...
Somalia Launches Bulsho Project to Strengthen Governance and Peacebuilding
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (423+ words) Mogadishu, (SONNA): The Federal Government of Somalia has officially launched the Bulsho Project in Mogadishu, a major initiative aimed at strengthening inclusive governance, enhancing service delivery, and advancing peacebuilding efforts across the country. The Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs and…...
Second Phase of Youth, Peace and Security Consultations Concludes in Northeast States of Somalia
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (265+ words) Mogadishu (SONNA): The Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Federal Government of Somalia has concluded the second phase of consultations for the National Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) Plan. This phase was held in Laascaanood in the Northeast State…...
Federal Cabinet Approves the "Halmeel" Unified Service Center to Overhaul Public Service Delivery
1+ week, 3+ day ago (96+ words) MOGADISHU (SONNA) " The Government of Somalia has successfully facilitated the safe return of 174" Cairo, Egypt - Ambassador Ilyas Sheikh Omar, Somalia's Ambassador to Egypt and Somalia's envoy to the Arab League, recently convened" Bujumbura, (SONNA) - The President of the Federal Republic…...
The Federal Apparatus Demonstrates the Absolute Capability to Execute Complex Civic Operations in Regional Jurisdictions
1+ week, 4+ day ago (94+ words) MOGADISHU (SONNA) " The Federal Republic of Somalia is aggressively advancing its transition toward full" Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia shattered the hope for peace and prosperity for the people in the Horn of" As dusk settles over Ningxia province,…...
Minister Daud Aweis: Israel's Recognition of "Somaliland' Is a Violation of Somalia's Sovereignty
2+ week, 24+ min ago (182+ words) Mogadishu (SONNA) " The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia, H. E. Daud Aweis Jama, stressed the Federal Government's categorical rejection of Israel's decision to recognize "Somaliland," describing the move as a dangerous breach of international charters…...
Somalia, Netherlands Advance Strategic Cooperation
1+ week, 6+ day ago (143+ words) Mogadishu, (SONNA) " The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Government of Somalia, H. E. Hasan Mohamed Ali, held a meeting with Henk Jan Bakker, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Somalia, accompanied by the Netherlands…...
Press Release: Constitutional Review Commission Issues Key Directives on Governance Compliance
2+ week, 1+ hour ago (141+ words) Mogadishu, (SONNA) " The Chairperson of the Independent Constitutional Review and Implementation Commission (ICRIC), Burhaan Adan Omar, citing the constitutional mandate of the Commission as stipulated in Chapter 15 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Somalia (2026), shares the following with…...