A deadly clash over the weekend between two clans in central Somalia has killed at least 50 people, residents and medical officials told VOA on Monday. Following the clashes, the Somali government announced Sunday that it was forming a committee to find an immediate solution for tribal conflicts. Regional officials accused militant group al-Shabab of sparking the renewed clan clashes. Residents and witnesses who spoke to VOA said at least 16 people were killed during the attack, which they said was repelled by the government soldiers aided by local clan militias. VOA reporter Abdiwahid Isaq contributed this report from Galkayo in central Somalia.

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Axum airport, in the Ethiopian Toigrè region, resumed commercial flights yesterday for the first time since the end of the conflict in November 2022. According to Ethiopian media reports, for the first time in three years a commercial flight landed at the airport yesterday Yohannes IV. A resumption of activities that comes after more than 6 months of restoration work started in December. The airport was destroyed at the end of 2020, at the beginning of the civil war. Read also other news on Nova NewsClick here and receive updates on WhatsAppFollow us on the social channels of Nova News on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Telegram

“There is an absolute violation of our constitutional rights, by the government, to shut down our dialogue. “It is even against US law to send weapons to Israel, which is violating humanitarian rights, which is interfering in the delivery of humanitarian aid. On all counts, it is actually illegal to provide Israel with military support and weapons right now. We are not going to send in the troops but we can absolutely deny Israel weapons. If they meet this target, after any challenges that might remove names from their lists, they can appear on the ballot in that state.

MOGADISHU: A violent clash over the weekend between two clans in central Somalia has killed at least 55 people and injured another 155, residents and medical officials said on Monday. Somalia’s federal government is not only struggling to contain violence unleashed by the Al Qaeda-linked Al-Shabab group, but is also facing clan-based clashes over control of land and water in the Horn of Africa nation. Unfortunately 55 people died, this includes both clans,” he told Reuters. “These are two brotherly clans that jointly used to defeat Al-Shabab.”The fighting subsided following the arrival of federal government soldiers, residents said and Falagle said. A permanent ceasefire is needed,” Sadia Hussein, a mother of four, told Reuters from Abudwaq.

Ethiopian Airlines Enhances Botswana Connectivity with New Maun FlightsFavoriteReading Time: < 1 minuteEthiopian Airlines Group, one of the fastest-growing and largest airlines in Africa, has launched its new service to Maun, marking its second destination in Botswana following Gaborone. The inaugural flight took off from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on June 10, 2024, amidst a festive ceremony attended by Botswana Embassy officials, government representatives, and Ethiopian Airlines executives. Regarding the commencement of the new service, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “Ethiopian Airlines, committed to its Pan-African roots, continues to connect every part of Africa and beyond. Today, we are thrilled to announce that Maun, the tourism capital of Botswana, has joined our vast network. Ethiopian Airlines continues to expand its network within Africa, connecting over 60 destinations on the continent and facilitating global travel through its Addis Ababa hub, thereby contributing to the growth of Africa’s aviation industry.

Senior government officials assert that Ethiopia’s progress toward opening its capital market represents a fundamental transformation in its economic landscape. Public-share subscriptions by large corporations and financial companies have been documented as early as 1956. They also emphasize the importance of establishing institutions with extensive powers to oversee and regulate Ethiopia’s capital market. “Given the current challenges, including conflict, high external debt, and a scarcity of foreign exchange, Ethiopian companies might be hesitant to go public,” Henok asserted. He argues that a capital market can provide a shield for both investors and entrepreneurs during economic downturns.

Addis Ababa — In a recent development, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia has denied receiving any official communication from the Somali government regarding the withdrawal of Ethiopian peacekeeping forces from Somalia. Nebiyu Tedla, the spokesperson for the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, clarified in a press release that the Ethiopian government was not informed about any such withdrawal. He emphasized that there is no official diplomatic communication from the Somali side on this matter. Thousands of Ethiopian soldiers are stationed in Somalia as part of a bilateral agreement between Ethiopia, Somalia, and the African Union's mission. The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains that it has not received any official notification or request regarding the withdrawal of its peacekeeping forces from Somalia.

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Ethiopian Airlines Group said it resumed its daily passenger flights to the historic city of Axum, in the northern part of the country, from June 9, 2024, following the completion of $5 million maintenance work on both the airfield and terminal facilities. The new service aims at connecting travellers to the rich cultural heritage of Axum, home to the ancient Axumite Kingdom, and it is a significant symbol of Ethiopia as an origin to one of the oldest civilisations. Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mesfin Tasew, said: “We are truly pleased for reinstating our flights to Axum, a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its cultural significance. As a national carrier, we are determined to invest in and improve our flight offerings nationwide.’’The airline currently serves 20 domestic destinations. In our pursuit of excellence, we are dedicated to expanding our domestic reach and enhancing the quality of services.

0 shares ShareTweetPinAddis Ababa, June 10, 2024 (Addis Walta) Africa’s aviation giant, Ethiopian Airlines launched a thrice weekly service -Monday, Wednesday and Saturday- to Maun, in Botswana as of June 10, 2024. Maun, the tourism capital of Botswana, has become Ethiopian’s second destination in the country after Gaborone, which has been served since 2016. At the flight inaugural ceremony Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mesfin Tasew, said, “The addition of Maun into our African connectivity enables travelers from Maun to enjoy facilitated connectivity to Ethiopian vast global network that exceeds 135 destinations.”He noted that the commencement of the new flight to the city strengthen the tourism, trade and the overall socio-economic ties between Botswana and Ethiopian global destinations. The Airlines managed to establish a convenient intra- Africa and global connections via its main hub in Addis Ababa. Botswanan Ambassador to Ethiopia, Mr. Tebelelo Alfred Boang and the airlines’ management staffs attended the launching ceremony.

The Education Ministry will soon conduct an audit of all school infrastructure. Permanent Secretary Selina Kuruleca says with the need for more classroom spaces, the Finance Ministry has requested for an audit and master plan. Kuruleca says from this plan, they will identify the sites, with five already in mind. Article continues after advertisement“We sort of just wanted to build the schools but with advice from the Ministry of Finance we’re doing an audit of school infrastructure. In the next financial year, to build the schools, yes we have to put in a submission.”Kuruleca adds this initiative aims to ensure that future educational facilities are strategically located and adequately resourced to handle the growing student population.

In a tragic turn of events, the Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Board has reported the death of two pilgrims in Madina, Saudi Arabia. The announcement was made by the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Abdulsalam Abdulkadir, in a statement released to journalists in Ilorin on Sunday. The pilgrims’ board expressed deep regret over the loss and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, acknowledging the will of Allah in all matters. Tragically, the second pilgrim, Hajia Hawawu Mohammed from Batch 9, met her demise in what Saudi authorities have determined to be a distressing suicidal incident. The Kwara State Pilgrims Welfare Board mourns the loss of these individuals and prays for the comfort of their families during this difficult time.

[Source: Fijian Drua/ Facebook]Swire Shipping Fijian Drua prop Mesake Doge credits the support from fans for pushing the team all the way to the quarterfinals in the 2024 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific. Doge says despite the result, their efforts this year paint a bright picture of what fans can expect next year. Article continues after advertisement[Source: Fijian Drua/ Facebook]“Our team is a very young team, some are Under-20 players coming in, its just been three years playing in the comp and the boys have rocked up. [Source: Fijian Drua/ Facebook]The Flying Fijians will take on the Barbarians on June 22nd at Twickenham Stadium, Georgia on July 5th and the All Blacks on July 20th in San Diego. Meanwhile in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals, the Blues host the Brumbies next Friday at 7:05pm while the Hurricanes take on the Chiefs in Wellington next Saturday at 4:35pm.

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has lauded Fiji’s remarkable achievements in the tourism sector, highlighting its swift recovery and growth beyond pre-COVID levels. Speaking to FBC News, Luxon, who has a background in the New Zealand tourism industry, expressed his admiration for Fiji’s successful marketing and promotion strategies, as well as its world-class tourism assets. Luxon says while there is rapid growth, the Fijian tourism industry is facing challenges, particularly in terms of hotel capacity to match the increasing airline capacity. Article continues after advertisement“I met with the tourism industry, and the challenges they’re dealing with are related to growth, such as ensuring there’s enough hotel capacity. “We want to have Fijian investment in New Zealand and New Zealand investment in Fiji.