Twin Cities Somalis Say They’re Unfairly Affected By Anti-Terror Efforts
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Some local immigrants say they, and their families, are being unfairly affected by an anti-terrorism effort. Most banks that have helped east African immigrants wire money home are...
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Djibouti president discuss Boko Haram with African Union
President Guelleh asserted to the African commissioner that Djibouti will continue to support the A.U’s efforts which aim at achieving peace and security in Africa DJIBOUTI CITY, Djiboutian President...
View ArticleImam Ali’s (AS) Status in Sunni Sources Discussed in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, The status of Imam Ali (AS) in Sunni sources was discussed in a workshop held in Addis Ababa for new converts to Shia Islam in Ethiopia and Somalia. The workshop was organized by the...
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Kenya to build a wall on Somali border to keep out al-Shabaab
Analysis: amid plans for Israeli-style ‘separation barrier’ against both militants and immigrants, Simon Allison questions how effective a Great Wall can be Kenyan army soldiers patrol in Tabda, across...
View ArticleWarka Raadiyo Wardheer
Wararka aan idiin hayno waxaa ka mid ah: Wadahadalladii Somaliland iyo Soomaaliya oo wali hakad ku jira, dagaal ka dhacay Shalay Guri Ceel iyo Warar kale. Warka oo dhan hoos ka dhegeyso...
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Solidifying Ties with Somalia
In a nation once synonymous with chaos, there are hopeful signs of improved security and economic growth. Katherine Dhanani is President Obama’s nominee to serve as the new U.S. Ambassador to Somalia...
View ArticleKenya: Experts debunk shisha myths
BY ALLY JAMAH The alarming increase in shisha smoking in the country is being linked to popular myths, with many Kenyans believing it is less harmful than cigarettes or more “trendy” and “cool”. The...
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Outgoing Namibian leader wins $5mn Ibrahim award
By MARGARET WAHITO NAIROBI, Kenya, Outgoing Namibian President Hifikepunye Pohamba has won the 2014 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership. The award, known to be the most valuable...
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AN INTERVIEW WITH BOB MONTGOMERY OF THE INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE (IRC)
By WardheerNews Editor’s note: March 2, 2015 marks the day that a good friend of WardheerNews, Mr. Bob Montgomery, the Executive Director of the IRC in San Diego retires, after 38 years of service and...
View ArticleSomali-American on FBI watch list detained in Somalia -source
A former Washington-area taxi driver who was on the FBI’s “Most Wanted Terrorists” list has been detained and is in the custody of the Somali government, a U.S. government source said on Monday. The...
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Is e-commerce Challenging Traditional Business Models in Africa
The rise of e-commerce on the African continent is changing the face of the traditional consumer, and brands need to adapt their business models and strategies in order to remain relevant amongst...
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Nearly 30 countries “highly vulnerable” to Ebola-style epidemic – charity
By Joseph D’Urso A refugee pupil carries a piece of wood with Quranic verses written on it at a makeshift madrasa, or Islamic school, under a tree at the IFO 2 east camp within the Dadaab refugee...
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Is your satnav harming your brain? Scientists warn over-use of modern...
By JOHN NAISH Can’t recall a friend’s phone number? Press the speed dial on your mobile. Don’t know the way to their house? Use a satnav. Modern technology has taken the strain off our brains with the...
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Indian scholar wins Saudi prize for service to Islam
Zakir Naik was one of five recipients of the King Faisal International Prize from King Salman for being one of the most renowned non-Arabic speaking promoters of Islam. Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz...
View ArticleWarka Raadiyo Wardheer
Wararka aan idiin hayno waxaa ka mid ah: Wafuuddii ka qaybgalaysay wadahalada Istanbul oo maanta lagu wado in ay Muqdisho iyo Hargeyso ku labtaan, Wasiirka Difaaca Soomaaliya oo Guri Ceel ku sugan iyo...
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Which Way to the Sea, Please?
By Nuraddin Farah Editor’s note: As part of our ongoing remembrance of Said Samatar, Nuruddin Faraah, Somalia’s eminent writer, and a longtime acquaintance of Prof Said ,was gracious enough to once...
View ArticleCanada helping Brits buy ‘Bosnian’ and ‘Somali’ targets for shooting practice
HALIFAX – British soldiers training in Canada will soon be firing at foam targets with names like “Bosnian Male RPG” and “Somali Male AK 47″. A notice of procurement published on the Government of...
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No successor yet as CBK boss exits
By EDWIN OKOTH Professor Njuguna Ndung’u will not be the Central Bank of Kenya governor from midnight, as the question of who will succeed him remains unanswered. Central Bank of Kenya Governor Njuguna...
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Ethiopia’s TACON Completes Somaliland’s New Airport Terminal and Fence with...
By BROOK ABDU Tekleberhan Ambaye Construction Plc (TACON) has completed the construction of its first out-of-country contract of Berbera International Airport terminal and 12Km perimeter fence at a...
View ArticleSomalia’s remittance crisis eclipses news of first US ambassador since 1991
By Johnny Magdaleno For the last three weeks, Ali Eishe has been scrambling to find a way to send money to his nieces and nephews in Somalia. From his home in Columbus, Ohio – host to the...
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