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Al-Shabaab operatives killed in an airstrikes in Lower Juba Region

0 Visits: 447 | Wednesday January 20, 2021 - 10:19:10
The Federal Government of Somalia, in partnership with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), conducted two airstrikes against alShabaab in the vicinity of Dab shiniile and Jamaame in Lower Juba.

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Al shabaab base destroyed and killed al-Shabaab operative in Bay region

0 Visits: 450 | Thursday January 14, 2021 - 11:12:02
The Federal Government of Somalia, in partnership with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), conducted an airstrike against alShabaab in the vicinity of Bulafullay near Dinsor.

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AMISOM donates desks, food and medical supplies to residents of Elwak town in Somalia's Gedo region

0 Visits: 458 | Thursday January 14, 2021 - 10:55:22
The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) on Wednesday donated foodstuffs and an assortment of medical supplies to Elwak District Hospital, in Gedo region of Somalia.

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Over 15 Al-Shabaab killed in Gedo region

0 Visits: 470 | Wednesday January 13, 2021 - 13:33:12
Somali National Army killed 16 al-Shabaab including senior commanders and injured several others and recovered weapons after conducting operation at area about 35 Km to Bardhere town in Gedo region southern Somalia.

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Somali National Army kills (5) Al-Shabaab militants in Bay region

0 Visits: 454 | Saturday January 09, 2021 - 13:50:39
The Federal Government of Somalia, in partnership with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), conducted one airstrike against al-Shabaab in the vicinity of Saaxa Weyne.

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AMISOM troops conclude counter IED training in Arbiska

0 Visits: 503 | Saturday January 09, 2021 - 13:50:39
Forty Ugandan soldiers serving under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) based in Arbiska, 30 km north west of Mogadishu have completed a five-weeks training aimed at enhancing their capacity to counter the threat posed by Improvised Explosive Devices ( IEDs).

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Ugandan troops feted with AU medals for outstanding contribution to the peacekeeping mission in Somalia

0 Visits: 464 | Wednesday December 30, 2020 - 11:19:00
The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) has awarded medals and certificates to Ugandan soldiers for their outstanding role in ensuring a safer and stable Somalia.

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National conference concludes with strong commitment for peaceful elections and free expression in Somalia

0 Visits: 452 | Wednesday December 30, 2020 - 11:19:00
A two day national conference on peaceful elections and freedom of expression, bringing together key stakeholders in the electoral process has concluded today in the Somali Capital, Mogadishu, with the adoption of a declaration to ensure peaceful elections and enhance safety of journalists.

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Over 8 al-Shabab killed in Gedo region

0 Visits: 484 | Saturday December 26, 2020 - 12:26:18
Somali security forces killed ten members of al-Shabab on in an operation in Garbaharey, a town in Somalia's southern region of Gedo, a government official confirmed.

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AMISOM and Somali forces to jointly secure Hirshabelle State election

0 Visits: 464 | Saturday December 19, 2020 - 13:42:32
The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), based in HirShabelle State of Somalia will coordinate with the Somali National Army (SNA) and HirShabelle State police to secure elections and boost safety and confidence among the public and election officials.

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Somali Foreign Minister visits the wounded in the terrorist bombing in Galkayo

0 Visits: 503 | Saturday December 19, 2020 - 13:42:32
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Mr. Mohamed Abdirizak Mohamud Abubakar on Friday evening visited the victims of the suicide terrorist bombing that targeted a gathering in Abdullahi Isse Stadium, south of Galkayo, in Galmudug State, killing three senior military officers…

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United Nations condemns in strongest terms attack at Galkacayo Stadium.

0 Visits: 479 | Saturday December 19, 2020 - 13:42:32
The United Nations in Somalia condemns in the strongest terms the attack today at Galkaayo's stadium, which reportedly killed and injured many people who had gathered ahead of a visit by the country's prime minister.

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OVER 16 AL-SHABAAB KILLED IN LOWER SHABELLE REGION.

0 Visits: 521 | Wednesday December 09, 2020 - 16:27:01
Over 25 al-Shabaab was killed by Somali National Army Special Forces Danab attacked al-Shabaab positions in the Lower Shabelle region.

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Female AMISOM peacekeepers undergo training in peace support operations

0 Visits: 463 | Wednesday December 09, 2020 - 13:28:07
A six-day virtual training to enhance the operational capabilities of all female peacekeepers serving under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), is currently underway.

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AMISOM Hands Over Newly Constructed Classrooms to the Local Administration of Dhobley Town

0 Visits: 507 | Wednesday December 09, 2020 - 13:28:07
The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) has handed over four newly built classrooms at Wamo Primary and Secondary school, to the local administration of Dhobley town in Jubaland State of Somalia, to boost education in the region.

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HirShabelle State delegates benefit from reconciliation and conflict resolution training

0 Visits: 495 | Tuesday December 08, 2020 - 13:19:59
The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) Political Affairs Unit has concluded a three days conflict resolution and reconciliation training for 40 representatives from HirShabelle State to impart them with conflict mediation skills to strengthen grassroot reconciliation drives to promote peace.

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Somalia Partnership Forum COMMUNIQUÉ

0 Visits: 481 | Tuesday December 08, 2020 - 13:16:12
Somalia and its international partners met in Mogadishu on 7th December 2020 for the Somalia Partnership Forum (SPF). The participants reviewed developments since the last SPF, the impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic, and agreed specific priorities taking into account the upcoming Federal indirect election.

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Somali Foreign Minister discusses ways to strengthen bilateral relations with the Turkish ambassador

0 Visits: 511 | Friday December 04, 2020 - 14:21:07
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Mr. Mohamed Abdirizak Mohamud Abubakar, received in his office at the ministry in the capital Mogadishu, the ambassador of the sisterly Republic of Turkey, H.E. Mr. Mehmet Yilmaz. During the meeting, they discussed a number of aspects…

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AMISOM receives Italian donated food for distribution in Afgoye

0 Visits: 585 | Thursday December 03, 2020 - 13:23:36
The African Union Mission in Somalia on Monday received 3.5 tons of food aid donated by the Italian contingent of the European Union Training Mission in Somalia (EUTM) to be distributed to one hundred needy families in Afgoye, Southwest State of Somalia to help alleviate hunger and suffering as a result…

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AMISOM supports Southwest State sports initiatives

0 Visits: 470 | Thursday December 03, 2020 - 13:22:00
Youth in Southwest State have been encouraged to take part in sports activities to improve their health as well as spread peace and reconciliation, this message was emphasized today in Baidoa after the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) handed sports items to the Southwest State Ministry of Youth…

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