Investigative Reports

Somalia:Banadir Police Commander Becomes Millionaire Businessman Amid Corruption and Land Seizure Allegations

Banadir Regional Police Commander Mahdi Omar Mumin, commonly known as Moalim Mahdi, has reportedly become one of Somalia's wealthiest security officials after allegedly accumulating vast amounts of money through land seizures, forced evictions, and corruption linked to Muqdisho's ongoing displacement…

Somalia's Political Crisis Escalates Amid Tribal Tensions and Military Mobilization

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia is witnessing rapidly escalating political and clan tensions following a deepening dispute between former Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Galmudug State President Ahmed Abdi Karie Qoor Qoor. The growing confrontation has fueled fears of armed conflict across…

Somalia: Political Tensions Reportedly Escalate Between President and Prime Minister

MOGADISHU, SOMALIA — Reports of growing political disagreements within Somalia's federal leadership have intensified amid claims of internal disputes involving senior government officials, security leadership, and political influence over Galmudug State politics.

Reports of Human Rights Abuses Against Women and Children Raise Alarm in Somalia

MOGADISHU, SOMALIA — Growing allegations of human rights violations involving women and children have sparked serious concern across Somalia amid escalating political tensions, forced evictions, and controversial security operations in Mogadishu and other regions.

Somalia:Mass Raids, Deadly Violence and Rising Political Tensions Shake Mogadishu

MOGADISHU, SOMALIA — Reports of widespread night raids, deadly shootings, forced gatherings of civilians, and allegations of looting by security forces have intensified fears across Mogadishu amid growing political tensions between the Federal Government and opposition groups.

Somalia: Turkey Israel and the Red Sea: The Growing Strategic Competition Over Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia is increasingly becoming a focal point in the wider geopolitical rivalry involving Turkey, Israel, regional powers, and international actors competing for influence across the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea corridor.

Mass Evictions, Deadly Raids and Political Tensions Deepen Somalia Crisis

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia is facing one of its most serious humanitarian and political crises in recent years following mass evictions, deadly security operations, and growing political tensions surrounding the federal government of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.

Somalia Defense Minister Threatens Opposition Leaders Ahead of Planned Protests

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia's Defense Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, has triggered widespread political controversy after issuing strong warnings against opposition leaders planning anti-government demonstrations in Muqdisho.

Somali Journalists and Activists Held in Mogadishu for Nearly Two Months Over Political Expression

Several Somali journalists, commentators, and youth activists have reportedly remained detained in Mogadishu for nearly two months over accusations linked to their public opinions and political commentary.

Report: LIFE for Relief and Development Expands Humanitarian Aid in Somalia During Ramadan 2026

The international humanitarian organization LIFE for Relief and Development has intensified its relief operations in Somalia during Ramadan 2026, focusing on addressing the escalating food insecurity affecting millions of vulnerable people across the country.

Israel Raises Security Concerns Over Turkish Military Activity in Somalia

Israel has issued an unusual security assessment naming Somalia as an emerging strategic risk, according to a detailed report published by Israel Hayom. The development marks the first time Israel has publicly identified Somalia as a potential source of long-range military threats. The report states…

Alasow Foundation Officially Registered in the Netherlands and the United States

Breda, Netherlands / Wilmington, Delaware – November 2025 The Alasow Foundation, a global humanitarian organization, has been officially registered as a legal nonprofit entity in both the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the State of Delaware, United States of America.

Nine Prominent Somali Politicians Form New Political Alliance "Union for National Dignity"

Mogadishu (Waagacusub Media) — Nine prominent Somali political figures, representing various parties, movements, and civic platforms, have officially announced the formation of a new broad-based political alliance named the "Union for National Dignity" (Midowga Haybad Qaran). The leaders,…

TikTok Taxi Driver in Finland Accused of Harassing Women and Children Online

A Somali taxi driver living in Finland has come under intense scrutiny after multiple reports surfaced accusing him of harassing and verbally abusing women and children — many of them from Canada, Europe, and the United States — during his TikTok Live broadcasts.

Alasow Medical Center provides a complete support system for patients traveling from Somalia to India for medical treatment

Alasow Medical Center – Overview Alasow Medical Center is a specialized medical facilitation organization that supports Somali patients seeking treatment in India. The center operates under the vision of improving access to quality healthcare for Somali citizens through professional guidance, affordable…

A Famous Journalist Who Became Somalia's Most Generous Philanthropist

Mr. Dahir Alasow, although known as the most prominent journalist in the Somali community, has also emerged as Somalia's most generous philanthropist.

Somali Government Policy Links Passport and Domestic Travel to National ID

In a major policy shift, the Federal Government of Somalia has announced that beginning September 1, 2025, citizens will no longer be able to apply for a Somali passport without presenting a valid National ID card. This move aims to strengthen the verification of personal data and ensure the authenticity…

Dahir Alasow — the man who turned a quiet Dutch city into a legendary capital of Somali hope, resilience, and justice.

SOMALIA: Why Is Breda More Famous Than Amsterdam Among Somalis? Written by: Hussein Abdilaahi A Surprising Journey... During my recent trip to Somalia, I encountered something entirely unexpected. Almost everyone I met, upon learning that I came from the Netherlands — or as Somalis commonly call it,…

U.S.-Based Influencer Khadar B. Sulub Geelle Accused of Human Rights Abuses and TikTok Exploitation

Khadar B. Sulub Geelle, also known online as Hussein Ogaadeen Kibray, is a former member of Ethiopia's notorious Liyu Police in the Somali Regional State, an armed force accused of widespread human rights abuses including rape, torture, and false imprisonment of civilians suspected of supporting…

URGENT REPORT: Attempted Femicide and Severe Torture of Dutch Citizen in Somalia

Eyewitness reports and visual evidence confirm that Kaaho's face was severely burned and mutilated. The assailant, Mohamed Abdullahi Amiin Barale, reportedly planned the attack after the victim failed to secure a Family Reunion Visa for him to travel to the Netherlands.

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