Sunday October 26, 2025 {HMC}    The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Mr. Ilyas Ali Hassa, has held a high-level meeting with the leadership of Haut-Katanga province in the DRC.

The Ambassador met with the Governor of the province, Mr. Martin Kazembe Shula. Haut-Katanga is a commercially significant region and is home to the largest Somali diaspora community in the DRC.

The meeting, which aimed to strengthen cooperation and address the needs of the Somali community, was also attended by other senior regional officials. These included the Speaker of the Haut-Katanga provincial parliament, Mr. Michel Kabwe Mwamba, and the Mayor of Lubumbashi, Hon. Patrick Afwimbi Mumamba.

Discussions between Ambassador Hassan and the provincial leaders focused on several key issues. The primary topic was ensuring that Somali nationals residing and conducting business in the province receive all necessary government services and administrative support.

Ambassador Hassan advocated for the interests of the Somali community, highlighting their contributions to the local economy and the importance of facilitating their access to public services.

This diplomatic engagement is part of the Somali government’s ongoing efforts to support its diaspora communities, protect their rights, and enhance bilateral relations with host nations.

Source hiiraan online

Sunday October 26, 2025 {HMC}  – Somalia’s Land Forces Commander, Major General Sahal Abdullahi Omar, commonly known as General Khalid, met with the Commander of the Nigerian Infantry, Major General Usman Abdulmumin Yusuf, in Kigali, Rwanda, on Saturday.

The meeting focused on strengthening military cooperation between Somalia and Nigeria, particularly in the joint fight against terrorism.

Both commanders agreed to enhance collaboration through the exchange of combat experience, joint military training, and the expansion of cooperation between the two national armies. The two sides underscored their shared commitment to combating extremist groups that threaten regional peace and security.

“This meeting is part of the Somali National Army’s efforts to strengthen international cooperation in the fields of security and counter-terrorism,” a statement from the Somali government said.

The engagement aligns with the Federal Government’s broader initiative to build and equip the Somali National Army, reinforcing its capability to safeguard the nation and sustain regional stability through international partnerships.

Source hiiraan online

Sunday October 26, 2025 {HMC} Nairobi  – At least six people were killed on Saturday morning following a head-on collision along the Nakuru–Gilgil Highway.

The accident involved a saloon car and a bus at the Soysambu area in Mbaruk.

The deceased, all men, were travelling in the smaller vehicle when it collided head-on with a bus near the Soysambu stretch of the busy highway.

According to police, preliminary investigations indicate that the driver of the saloon car was attempting to overtake when the vehicle rammed into an oncoming bus belonging to Promise Company, which was en route to Nakuru.

The men were reportedly travelling from Kisumu, where they had attended a burial ceremony, and were heading back to Nairobi at the time of the accident.

The impact of the collision killed all six occupants of the saloon car on the spot. Their bodies were taken to the Gilgil Sub-County Hospital Mortuary awaiting identification by family members.

Source hiiraan online