A group of Somali youths is organizing weekly beach cleanups in Mogadishu; despite limited support, they have collected over 2000 tons of trash in recent months and their dedication was recently recognized with the global Arab Volunteer Award

All ships entering any port within Somalia's borders must now comply with new system Electronic Cargo Tracking Number ECTN; the rule also applies to Berbera port in Somaliland, escalating a standoff over airspace and borders control

Fahad Yasin, regarded as one of Somalia's most influential political figures, is once again at the center of national politics with the launch of new National Pride Alliance in view of 2026 elections

Protest will not be tolerated, the Minister of Defense said amid growing tension between the Somali government and leading opposition figures, who are accused of receiving external funding to organize protests, which he said posed a security risk

An opposition's protest against mass evictions in Mogadishu has been postponed by 10 days following deadly terroristic attacks earlier this week in the city; a joint technical committee will ensure peaceful gatherings