Arimas CIP Terminal: A New Standard at Somalia’s International Gateway
By Fuad Haji Abdiweli Somalia is steadily charting a path toward economic recovery, and infrastructure development has emerged as a central pillar of that resurgence. At the heart of this transformation is Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport, where the recent inauguration of the country’s first Commercially Important Person (CIP) terminal signals far more than the […]
5 Magazine April 2026 Edition
5 Magazine April 2026 Edition.
TikTok for Good: Inside Somalia’s Daaci 2026
By Fuad Haji Abdiweli, In a vibrant ceremony celebrating Somali digital creativity, the “Daaci 2026” program wrapped up its first season in Mogadishu on Monday, March 30, recognizing young content creators who used their platforms to spread positive social and religious messages during the holy month of Ramadan. The initiative was launched by Nasiye, a startup founded […]
Somalia’s Transformation Under President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud (2022–2026)
Since returning to power in May 2022, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has led Somalia through a period marked by significant political, security, and economic transformation. His administration—often referred to as the “DanQaran Government”—has focused on rebuilding state institutions, combating extremism, and restoring Somalia’s position on the global stage. Security Gains and the Fight Against Al-Shabaab […]
Mahad Salad Meets CIA and FBI Officials in Washington
The Director-General of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Mr. Mahad Mohamed Salad, held important meetings in Washington in recent days with senior officials from the CIA and the FBI. The discussions focused on strengthening intelligence cooperation, counterterrorism efforts, and advancing the historic relationship between Somalia and the United States. The Director-General also visited […]
AAOIFI and SomBank: Strengthening Knowledge The Future of Islamic Finance Partnership with Purpose.
SomBank’s partnership with AAOIFI reflects a clear and forward-looking commitment to the future of Islamic finance in Somalia. At its core, this initiative is about more than professional certification. It is about helping build a stronger foundation for Islamic banking by investing in the knowledge, standards, and people that make Shari’ah-compliant finance credible and sustainable. As Islamic […]
Beyond Awareness in Somalia: Why Autism Inclusion Must Define Our Future.
In a world that is increasingly recognizing the importance of inclusion, conversations about autism are no longer optional—they are essential. Autism is not a disease to be cured, but a neurodevelopmental difference to be understood, supported, and embraced. Yet in many societies, including Somalia, stigma, misinformation, and weak support systems continue to push children and […]