Education remains one of Somalia’s most vital sectors for long-term peace and prosperity. In 2025, the government is implementing ambitious reforms to expand access to schooling, particularly in underserved rural areas. The National Education Policy 2025 Under the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Higher Learning, Somalia has rolled out a new policy focusing on curriculum […]

In an unprecedented move, Somalia’s government launched a nationwide anti-corruption campaign in 2025 aimed at increasing transparency, boosting investor confidence, and restoring public trust in state institutions. Launch and Objectives President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud announced the initiative during a televised address, declaring corruption “a national threat equal to insecurity.” The campaign targets public procurement, customs, […]

Somalia’s economy has long been vulnerable to fluctuations in global food prices, and in 2025, this trend continues to challenge millions of households across the country. Rising international prices of wheat, rice, and fuel have created ripple effects in both urban and rural markets. Dependence on Imports Somalia imports nearly 90% of its staple grains. […]

In 2025, Somalia’s long-standing partnership with the African Union (AU) has entered a decisive phase as the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) prepares for a full handover of security responsibilities to Somali forces. This transition marks one of the most significant milestones in the country’s post-conflict recovery. The ATMIS Drawdown Plan Launched in […]

Mogadishu, Somalia’s capital, is witnessing a visible transformation as the government and private investors embark on ambitious infrastructure projects to rebuild a city long affected by conflict. New Roads and Transport Networks The Mogadishu Urban Renewal Program, funded jointly by the government and Turkey’s development agency TIKA, has completed 120 km of paved roads since […]

Somalia’s prolonged drought has left millions in need of food, water, and livelihood support. However, 2025 has brought cautious optimism as rainfall patterns improve and international recovery programs expand across rural districts. Background From 2020 to 2023, consecutive failed rainy seasons led to the worst drought in 40 years. Over 8 million Somalis faced food […]

In 2025, Somalia continues to wage an intense campaign against Al-Shabaab, one of the most resilient militant groups in East Africa. Despite major security gains in previous years, the group remains active across several southern and central regions, using asymmetric tactics to challenge government control and disrupt civilian life. Government Strategy and Operations President Hassan […]