Wednesday, August 27, 2025
President Mohamud underscores anti-extremist success at IGAD summit.

President Mohamud underscores anti-extremist success at IGAD summit.

Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the president of Somalia, highlighted at the 14th IGAD Ordinary Summit the security and political gains made by his nation against the extremist insurgency group Al-Shabaab. Mohamud spoke about the comprehensive counterterrorism operations against Al-Shabaab that resulted in the liberation of substantial territories in the Shabelle, Hiraan, Galgaduud, and Mudug regions. The offensive marked a turning point and ended 15 years of extremist repression. The liberation, has spurred development initiatives aimed at enhancing public services in these areas. Security has also been significantly improved to thwart any potential extremist resurgence in those regions . President Mohamud informed his fellow IGAD leaders of his administration's commitment to enhancing the region's governance system during the numerous National Consultative Council meetings that have been held since his administration returned to Villa Somalia. Plans for direct democratic elections were decided upon during a council meeting that took place from May 24-27. Mohamud informed the IGAD leaders that government councils are industriously working to put these agreements into effect.  In an act of ...

12 killed in distinct al-Shabaab attacks in Kenya

12 killed in distinct al-Shabaab attacks in Kenya

In two separate attacks in Kenya's coastal and eastern regions on Tuesday, the al-Shabaab terrorist organization claimed responsibility for the deaths of at least 12, including six soldiers. Police claim that the attackers targeted security agencies while they were traveling on roads and injured numerous people with ...

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Somali Prime Minister Visits Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in China’s Ningxia Region  Yinchuan, Ningxia, China – August 27, 2025 Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Wednesday visited the Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China, one of the country’s leading industrial and energy transformation hubs.  The visit aimed to strengthen Somalia’s cooperation with China in the areas of energy, industrial development, and clean technology, as Mogadishu continues to pursue its National Transformation Plan. The Ningdong base is recognized as a model for transitioning from traditional energy sources to sustainable industries, offering Somalia a practical example of how large-scale industrialization and renewable energy initiatives can be integrated into long-term economic policy.  Speaking during the tour, Prime Minister Hamza described Ningxia as “a living example of how industrial and energy growth can be guided by clear, sustainable policy.” He emphasized that Somalia seeks to learn from Ningxia’s experience in building diverse energy industries, advancing clean energy solutions, and creating industrial opportunities.  “Somalia aspires to build a modern energy sector, generate new industrial opportunities, and accelerate youth employment, which is the backbone of our nation’s future—through advanced technology and foreign investment,” Barre said.  Background: Somalia is striving to diversify its economy after decades of conflict and underdevelopment. Despite facing persistent security and governance challenges, the country is prioritizing infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial capacity-building to reduce dependency on imports and stimulate job creation. With Africa’s longest coastline and abundant natural resources, Somalia sees renewable energy—particularly solar, wind, and offshore potential—as a pathway to economic resilience.  China, through its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), has increased engagement in Somalia and across the Horn of Africa, focusing on infrastructure, ports, and energy projects. For Somalia, closer ties with Chinese provinces like Ningxia offer both technical expertise and potential investment in its underdeveloped industrial sector.  Why it matters: The Prime Minister’s visit underscores Somalia’s ambition to transition toward a diversified, technology-driven economy. By tapping into Chinese expertise in energy and industrial development, Somalia hopes to fast-track its modernization agenda while addressing youth unemployment and energy shortages.  Conclusion: Prime Minister Hamza’s tour of the Ningdong Industrial Base reflects a broader strategy to draw lessons from China’s economic transformation and adapt them to Somalia’s context. Whether these engagements translate into concrete projects will depend on sustained political stability, foreign investment, and Somalia’s ability to align its development agenda with global partners. For now, the visit signals Mogadishu’s intent to position energy and industry at the center of its national recovery.

Somali Prime Minister Visits Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in China’s Ningxia Region Yinchuan, Ningxia, China – August 27, 2025 Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Wednesday visited the Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China, one of the country’s leading industrial and energy transformation hubs. The visit aimed to strengthen Somalia’s cooperation with China in the areas of energy, industrial development, and clean technology, as Mogadishu continues to pursue its National Transformation Plan. The Ningdong base is recognized as a model for transitioning from traditional energy sources to sustainable industries, offering Somalia a practical example of how large-scale industrialization and renewable energy initiatives can be integrated into long-term economic policy. Speaking during the tour, Prime Minister Hamza described Ningxia as “a living example of how industrial and energy growth can be guided by clear, sustainable policy.” He emphasized that Somalia seeks to learn from Ningxia’s experience in building diverse energy industries, advancing clean energy solutions, and creating industrial opportunities. “Somalia aspires to build a modern energy sector, generate new industrial opportunities, and accelerate youth employment, which is the backbone of our nation’s future—through advanced technology and foreign investment,” Barre said. Background: Somalia is striving to diversify its economy after decades of conflict and underdevelopment. Despite facing persistent security and governance challenges, the country is prioritizing infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial capacity-building to reduce dependency on imports and stimulate job creation. With Africa’s longest coastline and abundant natural resources, Somalia sees renewable energy—particularly solar, wind, and offshore potential—as a pathway to economic resilience. China, through its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), has increased engagement in Somalia and across the Horn of Africa, focusing on infrastructure, ports, and energy projects. For Somalia, closer ties with Chinese provinces like Ningxia offer both technical expertise and potential investment in its underdeveloped industrial sector. Why it matters: The Prime Minister’s visit underscores Somalia’s ambition to transition toward a diversified, technology-driven economy. By tapping into Chinese expertise in energy and industrial development, Somalia hopes to fast-track its modernization agenda while addressing youth unemployment and energy shortages. Conclusion: Prime Minister Hamza’s tour of the Ningdong Industrial Base reflects a broader strategy to draw lessons from China’s economic transformation and adapt them to Somalia’s context. Whether these engagements translate into concrete projects will depend on sustained political stability, foreign investment, and Somalia’s ability to align its development agenda with global partners. For now, the visit signals Mogadishu’s intent to position energy and industry at the center of its national recovery.

Yinchuan, Ningxia, China – Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Wednesday visited the Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base...

Somali Prime Minister Visits Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in China’s Ningxia Region  Yinchuan, Ningxia, China – August 27, 2025 Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Wednesday visited the Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China, one of the country’s leading industrial and energy transformation hubs.  The visit aimed to strengthen Somalia’s cooperation with China in the areas of energy, industrial development, and clean technology, as Mogadishu continues to pursue its National Transformation Plan. The Ningdong base is recognized as a model for transitioning from traditional energy sources to sustainable industries, offering Somalia a practical example of how large-scale industrialization and renewable energy initiatives can be integrated into long-term economic policy.  Speaking during the tour, Prime Minister Hamza described Ningxia as “a living example of how industrial and energy growth can be guided by clear, sustainable policy.” He emphasized that Somalia seeks to learn from Ningxia’s experience in building diverse energy industries, advancing clean energy solutions, and creating industrial opportunities.  “Somalia aspires to build a modern energy sector, generate new industrial opportunities, and accelerate youth employment, which is the backbone of our nation’s future—through advanced technology and foreign investment,” Barre said.  Background: Somalia is striving to diversify its economy after decades of conflict and underdevelopment. Despite facing persistent security and governance challenges, the country is prioritizing infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial capacity-building to reduce dependency on imports and stimulate job creation. With Africa’s longest coastline and abundant natural resources, Somalia sees renewable energy—particularly solar, wind, and offshore potential—as a pathway to economic resilience.  China, through its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), has increased engagement in Somalia and across the Horn of Africa, focusing on infrastructure, ports, and energy projects. For Somalia, closer ties with Chinese provinces like Ningxia offer both technical expertise and potential investment in its underdeveloped industrial sector.  Why it matters: The Prime Minister’s visit underscores Somalia’s ambition to transition toward a diversified, technology-driven economy. By tapping into Chinese expertise in energy and industrial development, Somalia hopes to fast-track its modernization agenda while addressing youth unemployment and energy shortages.  Conclusion: Prime Minister Hamza’s tour of the Ningdong Industrial Base reflects a broader strategy to draw lessons from China’s economic transformation and adapt them to Somalia’s context. Whether these engagements translate into concrete projects will depend on sustained political stability, foreign investment, and Somalia’s ability to align its development agenda with global partners. For now, the visit signals Mogadishu’s intent to position energy and industry at the center of its national recovery.

Somali Prime Minister Visits Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in China’s Ningxia Region Yinchuan, Ningxia, China – August 27, 2025 Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Wednesday visited the Ningdong Energy and Chemical Industrial Base in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China, one of the country’s leading industrial and energy transformation hubs. The visit aimed to strengthen Somalia’s cooperation with China in the areas of energy, industrial development, and clean technology, as Mogadishu continues to pursue its National Transformation Plan. The Ningdong base is recognized as a model for transitioning from traditional energy sources to sustainable industries, offering Somalia a practical example of how large-scale industrialization and renewable energy initiatives can be integrated into long-term economic policy. Speaking during the tour, Prime Minister Hamza described Ningxia as “a living example of how industrial and energy growth can be guided by clear, sustainable policy.” He emphasized that Somalia seeks to learn from Ningxia’s experience in building diverse energy industries, advancing clean energy solutions, and creating industrial opportunities. “Somalia aspires to build a modern energy sector, generate new industrial opportunities, and accelerate youth employment, which is the backbone of our nation’s future—through advanced technology and foreign investment,” Barre said. Background: Somalia is striving to diversify its economy after decades of conflict and underdevelopment. Despite facing persistent security and governance challenges, the country is prioritizing infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial capacity-building to reduce dependency on imports and stimulate job creation. With Africa’s longest coastline and abundant natural resources, Somalia sees renewable energy—particularly solar, wind, and offshore potential—as a pathway to economic resilience. China, through its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), has increased engagement in Somalia and across the Horn of Africa, focusing on infrastructure, ports, and energy projects. For Somalia, closer ties with Chinese provinces like Ningxia offer both technical expertise and potential investment in its underdeveloped industrial sector. Why it matters: The Prime Minister’s visit underscores Somalia’s ambition to transition toward a diversified, technology-driven economy. By tapping into Chinese expertise in energy and industrial development, Somalia hopes to fast-track its modernization agenda while addressing youth unemployment and energy shortages. Conclusion: Prime Minister Hamza’s tour of the Ningdong Industrial Base reflects a broader strategy to draw lessons from China’s economic transformation and adapt them to Somalia’s context. Whether these engagements translate into concrete projects will depend on sustained political stability, foreign investment, and Somalia’s ability to align its development agenda with global partners. For now, the visit signals Mogadishu’s intent to position energy and industry at the center of its national recovery.

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