Tag: Somalia
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Somalia’s e-Visa Breach Exposes 35,000 Records, US Warns
Overview: The Breach and Its Implications Authorities in Somalia confirmed that a significant data breach tied to the country’s newly introduced e-Visa system exposed at least 35,000 personal records. The admission has intensified scrutiny of the official online visa portal, which launched on September 1, 2025, as part of Somalia’s push to digitize entry procedures…
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Somalia: Declining International Aid Slows Economic Growth
Introduction: Aid Decline and Economic Trajectory Somalia’s economy has shown resilience in recent years, with growth driven by services, livestock exports, and some public investments. But officials warn that shrinking development assistance from major international donors is beginning to weigh on momentum. In a recent interview with a major news outlet, Somalia’s Finance Minister Biixi…
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Somalia’s Growth Hit by Declining International Aid, Says Finance Minister
Overview: A Growing Economy Meets Waning Aid Somalia has shown signs of economic resilience in recent years, with notable improvements in sectors like agriculture, livestock, and small-scale trade. Yet the country’s progress faces a new hurdle as the government reports that a sharp decline in development assistance from international donors is slowing overall growth. Finance…
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Somalia Parliament Postponed Again: House Delayed Yet
The latest postponement sheds light on persistent parliamentary delays The House of the People of Somalia was again forced to postpone its scheduled session on 1 November 2025, underscoring a pattern of delays that has beleaguered the country’s legislative process. The meeting, which was intended to discuss a proposal recognizing a key national or legislative…
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Somalia’s House of the People Session Postponed Again: Implications for Governance
Overview: A Recurrent Delay in Somalia’s Parliament For the second time this year, Somalia’s House of the People has postponed its scheduled session, delaying crucial discussions and potential policy decisions. The repeated postponements underscore ongoing governance challenges in the Horn of Africa nation, where political timetables are often disrupted by security concerns, procedural disagreements, and…
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KDF Troops Rescue 16 After Vessel Catches Fire Off Kismayo Coast
Rescue at Sea: KDF Forces Respond to Maritime Crisis Near Kismayo In a bold display of international cooperation and maritime rescue capability, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) carried out a high-stakes rescue operation off the coast of Kismayo. The incident began when the…
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Banadir Proposes $61 Million Budget for 2026: A People-Centered Plan for Mogadishu
Overview of the 2026 Budget Proposal The Banadir Regional Administration has unveiled its proposed budget for 2026, totaling $61 million. This marks a notable reduction from the previous year’s plan of $101 million, signaling a strategic shift toward tighter fiscal discipline amid evolving local revenue and aid prospects. Deputy Governor and Head of Finance for…
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Banadir Unveils $61 Million Budget Proposal for 2026 amid Public Consultation
Overview of the 2026 Budget Proposal The Banadir Regional Administration has unveiled its proposed budget for 2026 at $61 million, marking a substantial reduction from the previous year’s $101 million plan. The proposal arrives in a period of heightened emphasis on financial discipline, transparency, and citizen involvement as the administration seeks to align spending with…
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Banadir Budget 2026: $61M Plan for Mogadishu City
Banadir Proposes a Leaner Budget for 2026 The Banadir Regional Administration has unveiled its proposed budget for 2026, totaling $61 million. This figure marks a substantial reduction from the 2025 plan, which stood at $101 million. City leaders say the adjustment reflects measured spending while continuing to fund essential services for Mogadishu and the wider…
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Sida Somalia Aid Controversy: Secrets and Deportations
Summary of the allegations During the week, Swedish public broadcaster Ekot reported that in December 2023 Sweden reached a confidential agreement with Somalia. The plan allegedly redirected 100 million kronor from Sida’s aid budget to projects close to the Somali prime minister, in return for two Swedish citizens who were forcibly deported to Somalia. The…