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Somali-Kenyan MP and wild conspiracy theorist Faarah Maalim has once again made an outrageous claim, asserting that Somalians were the ones who established Nairobi as a business hub and that they were present in Kenya long before other Kenyans migrated from the other parts of Africa. Maalim, a controversial demagogue, recently went even further by urging the Ruto regime to carry out the mass slaughter of Gen Z Kenyan protesters on an industrial scale.
Inside Africa169,923 views • 1 year ago

#BREAKING: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, speaking at a youth event in Erzurum, discussed the recent agreement between Somalia and Ethiopia, sharing details of his conversations with their leaders. Erdoğan hinted that Ethiopia deserves access to the sea because its size is double that of Somalia. His remarks have sparked criticism among Somalians, with many accusing him of disrespecting Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
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#BREAKING: Egyptian military cargo planes are continuously delivering weapons and military supplies to Mogadishu. Throughout the past few days, more than a dozen planes loaded with armaments touched down in the city. Sources at Mogadishu Airport have disclosed to Inside Africa that these Egyptian planes are bringing a variety of military hardware, including sophisticated weapons and armored vehicles. Ethiopian federal government has voiced deep concern over the Mogadishu administration's collusion with external actors, warning that such actions could jeopardize peace in the Horn of Africa. Ethiopia fears these developments could unravel the hard-won gains made against terrorist groups operating within Somalia.
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Based on credible intelligence, Ethiopia and Somaliland officially notified major international entities and governmental bodies back in August last year about the upcoming Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) executed on 01 January 2024. This development evidently unsettled the precarious administration in Mogadishu, a consequence of their perceived ineptness and incompetence. However, the impending MOU between Somaliland and Ethiopia was already a matter of global awareness, which accounts for the lukewarm reactions of various national governments in response to Somalia's noise.
Inside Africa125,786 views • 2 years ago

#Egypt’s Lethal Arms Supply to Somalia: A Grim Miscalculation in the Fight Against Al-Shabaab. The U.S. House Committee on Foreign Affairs recently sounded the alarm over Egypt’s reckless decision to deliver lethal weapons into Somalia, a move fraught with dangerous consequences. The discussion centered not only on the immediate threat these arms pose but also on the grim likelihood that these weapons will soon fall into the hands of Al-Shabaab. As a group that has routinely overrun Somali army outposts and seized military stockpiles, Al-Shabaab has proven disturbingly adept at exploiting the failures of the Somali government’s defense strategies. Acting Under Secretary John Bass presented an ominous forecast of the situation in Somalia, painting a bleak picture for the next six months. He pointed to the harsh reality that the war on Al-Shabaab is failing. Key Points from the Assessment: 1. Somali Forces Under Pressure. Al-Shabaab continues to apply relentless pressure on Somali government forces, forcing them onto the defensive. Recent signs of this were highlighted during the visit of the AFRICOM commander to Mogadishu. Somali forces, no longer capable of launching meaningful offensives, are being steadily weakened, creating a vacuum for Al-Shabaab to expand its influence. 2. The Strengthening of Al-Shabaab. While Al-Shabaab may not yet be capable of causing large-scale destruction, the group’s partnerships with other destabilizing forces—such as the Houthis—are enabling it to remain a potent threat. This relationship, which also hints at ties with Iran, is giving Al-Shabaab the resources and tactical expertise it needs to maintain its campaign of terror and further destabilize Somalia and the broader Red Sea region. 3. Egypt’s reckless decision to deliver lethal weapons in a volatile region. Egypt’s decision to arm the Somali government is a deeply flawed strategy, one that ignores the reality on the ground. As long as Al-Shabaab continues to overrun military outposts and pillage government arms caches, these weapons will inevitably be turned against the very forces meant to protect Somalia. In such a volatile environment, the risks are too great, and the outcome too predictable: Al-Shabaab will continue to thrive, and the weapons intended to secure Somalia’s future will only deepen its nightmare.
Inside Africa87,781 views • 1 year ago

#BreakingNews: Sources indicate that alongside Ethiopia, 12 other African countries are prepared to recognize Somaliland after an agreement granting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea was signed. This list includes some of Africa's most influential nations. Raila Odinga, who is poised to become the Chairman of the African Union, has also repeatedly asserted that Somaliland merits international recognition due to its unique history and well-established democratic governance systems, In contrast to, Mogadishu, despite receiving billions in international aid, still struggles to establish a functioning government.
Inside Africa94,906 views • 2 years ago

Somalia’s semi-illiterate Prime Minister embarrassed himself on the world stage during an interview with IDA. He came prepared with pre-written responses, despite not knowing what questions the host would ask. His Foreign Affairs Minister, who was present during the interview, is also illiterate and was unable to provide answers regarding how the World Bank's IDA grants were used to support their regime. A similar incident occurred when the Health Minister of the Muqdishu regime, who is equally illiterate, attended a conference few months ago and during a Q&A session, he froze and failed to respond to any of the questions asked.
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#BREAKING: Somaliland’s New President Appoints Vocal MoU Opponent as Foreign Minister. The appointment of Mr. Abdirahman Dahir as Somaliland's foreign minister casts a dark shadow over the country's strategic relations with Ethiopia. A staunch opponent of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Somaliland and Ethiopia on January 1, 2024, Mr. Dahir's controversial history threatens to unravel the mutual partnership that underpins both countries interests. Several footages has surfaced of the minister attending anti-MoU conferences in the United States, organised by irredentist Somalians hostile to Somaliland's national interests. In this incendiary speech, Mr. Dahir denounced Samaroon members of the former Muse Biihi administration, demanding their resignation and accusing the former president of "selling Samaroon territories" to Ethiopia. With such divisive rhetoric, Mr. Dahir's appointment risks jeopardizing the strategic relationship with Ethiopia, potentially isolating Somaliland at a time when regional alliances are more critical than ever.
Inside Africa69,860 views • 1 year ago

Millions of Somalilanders gathered on the streets of Hargeisa, stretching from the Airport to the Presidential Palace, to celebrate the return of President Muse Bihi Abdi to the country following the successful conclusion of negotiations with Ethiopia culminating in a landmark agreement poised to affirm Somaliland's recognition.
Inside Africa93,824 views • 2 years ago

Team Kazow, a notorious Somalian gang operating in Nairobi's Eastleigh district, is aggressively asserting its dominance across Nairobi. The group is associated with the Ogaden clan of Nooradin Haaji, the NIS director, who has reportedly turned a blind eye to their activities. Emboldened by this lack of accountability, the gang has escalated its actions to the point of live-streaming the torture of their victims. In addition to these acts of violence, they are heavily involved in extortion, drug trafficking, and sex trafficking, preying on the local community with impunity. The group is also linked to the growing trend of abductions in Nairobi, reportedly being used by Nooradin Haaji to instill fear and spread terror among Kenya's Gen Z’s. Many members of the gang are bodybuilders, using their intimidating physiques to further their reign of terror in the community.
Inside Africa58,261 views • 1 year ago

Somalia's interior minister has made a false claim to incite religious violence by alleging that the Ethiopian Orthodox Church appointed a priest for the town of Saylac in Somaliland, urging Somalis to wage a holy war against Ethiopia. If Somalia cannot provide evidence to support these claims, it is evident that they are trying to appeal to and embolden terrorist groups.
Inside Africa85,433 views • 2 years ago