Author: Tanjid Osman

The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu, has congratulated Abdisalam Abdi Ali on his appointment as Somalia’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. This move comes as part of a broader cabinet reshuffle announced by Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, who is looking to strengthen the government amid ongoing political and security challenges in the country. Dr. Gebeyehu also praised the former Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, for his dedication and efforts in improving Somalia’s relations with IGAD. Cabinet Reshuffle Aims to Strengthen LeadershipSomalia’s Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre, recently announced…

Vietnam is preparing to welcome almost 800,000 international travelers during its Reunification Day holiday. The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) announced that the country will see a sharp rise in air traffic from April 30 to May 4. Airports across the country are getting ready for about 5,000 international flights, with Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City expected to be the busiest. Surge in International Arrivals During the five-day holiday, Vietnam is forecast to host 792,000 international visitors. This marks a 20% increase in flights compared to the same period in 2024. On average, there will…

Italy is making strong gains in the global space economy. The country is now a leader in space technology, thanks to investments from both the government and small and medium-sized companies. Italy’s presence at the recent Space Symposium in Colorado Springs showed its growing role in the global space community. The event, held from April 7 to 10, brought together over 10,000 professionals, company leaders, and decision-makers. Italy participated with 31 companies, led by the ICE-Agency and the Italian Space Agency (ASI). The event showed how Italy is playing a major role among the stars. Italy Ranks High in Space…

Emirates is expanding its innovative travel rehearsal program for children with autism to 17 cities worldwide. This initiative, launched last year, allows children to practice the journey through the airport, helping them prepare for real flights in a stress-free environment. The program is now available in cities like Barcelona, Brisbane, Budapest, Cebu, Christchurch, Dubai, Durban, Luanda, Madrid, Manila, Mauritius, Manchester, Montreal, Nice, Oslo, Paris, and Toronto. More destinations are expected to join the list every month, making it easier for families around the globe to benefit from this initiative. Supporting Autism-Friendly Travel The travel rehearsals are conducted in collaboration with…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has quietly placed an Israeli-made military radar in Somalia. The goal? To monitor missile and drone strikes launched by Yemen. These attacks are part of Yemen’s response to Israel’s war in Gaza. The move adds a new twist to the growing web of Middle East tensions spreading into Africa. UAE Radar Installed in Puntland, Somalia In early March, satellite images showed a radar system placed near the Bosaso airport in Puntland, a semi-autonomous region of Somalia. The radar, known as the ELM-2084, is the same type used in Israel’s Iron Dome defense system. It can…

For the second consecutive year, Nigerian tech entrepreneur Solape Akinpelu has clinched the prestigious $30,000 Aurora Tech Award. Akinpelu, who is the founder of Hervest, a fintech platform that empowers African women, was announced as the 2025 winner during the grand finale in Cairo, held from April 11–13. This victory highlights the growing influence of Nigerian women in the global tech landscape, following the success of her compatriot, Folake Owodunni, who won the award in 2024. Hervest: Empowering Underserved African Women Akinpelu’s company, Hervest, stands at the forefront of financial inclusion, particularly for smallholder female farmers in Africa. Hervest’s platform…

A Boeing 737 MAX jet meant for China’s Xiamen Airlines has returned to the United States after being caught in the ongoing trade tensions between Washington and Beijing. The aircraft, which had been stationed at Boeing’s Zhoushan completion center in China, landed at Boeing Field in Seattle at 6:11 p.m. local time on Saturday. The jet was clearly marked with Xiamen Airlines branding and completed the 5,000-mile journey with refueling stops in Guam and Hawaii. This unexpected return highlights the growing impact of the renewed U.S.-China tariff war on the global aviation industry. What Triggered the Jet’s Return? The aircraft’s…

Local healthcare leaders voiced deep concerns to New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez during a roundtable discussion held Tuesday in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The focus was on the urgent need for more physicians, improved access to mental healthcare, and reducing the number of patients sent out of town for treatment. The meeting, organized by the Las Vegas New Mexico Community Foundation, took place at the foundation’s new location on 606 Douglas Avenue. Leaders from local hospitals, clinics, and health organizations joined AG Torrez to discuss the most pressing issues in rural healthcare. AG Torrez Hears from Rural Health Providers…

Makati Life Medical Center (MLMC) was honored with the prestigious “Integrated Healthcare Provider of the Year” award at the Healthcare Asia Awards 2025, held in Malaysia over the weekend. This recognition marks a major milestone for the Philippines’ first tertiary public-private partnership (PPP) hospital, acknowledging its innovative, inclusive, and tech-driven approach to modern health care. The award was presented by Healthcare Asia Magazine, a publication under the Singapore-based Charlton Media Group. It celebrates hospitals and health systems across Asia that have shown strong leadership, introduced groundbreaking healthcare models, and delivered real results in improving patient care. A Healthcare Milestone in…

Paris-based cybersecurity firm Sekoia.io has raised €26 million in a Series B funding round to enhance its AI-powered threat detection platform and scale globally. The funding, led by Revaia with support from UNEXO, Bright Pixel Capital, Omnes Capital, and Bpifrance, brings the company’s total investment to €60 million. Sekoia.io plans to use the funds to expand its automation capabilities, tackle the cybersecurity talent shortage, and grow its partnerships with managed security service providers (MSSPs) beyond Europe. AI at the Core of Cyber Defense Sekoia.io is known for its AI-driven cybersecurity platform, the Sekoia AI-SOC, which provides real-time threat detection and…