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We examine the ongoing issues facing the country in the aftermath of al-Shabab attacks on a state institution.

Inside Story

Inside Story Last Modified: 16 Apr 2013 11:27 GMT

Somalis flee as al-Shabab stronghold falls

Thousands head for Mogadishu as government and African Union troops shake al-Qaeda-linked rebels' grip on Afgoye.

Africa Last Modified: 26 May 2012 11:33 GMT

AU troops seize strategic Somalia town

Afgoye town captured from al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabab fighters, as AU and Somalia troops clear areas around Mogadishu.

Africa Last Modified: 26 May 2012 08:47 GMT

AU forces claim Somali rebel bastion seizure

African forces backing Somali government troops say they took control of one of al-Shabab's last strongholds in Somalia.

Africa Last Modified: 30 Mar 2012 22:01 GMT

Kenya's blundering mission in Somalia

Kenya, fearing damage to the tourism trade, has sent troops to secure its borders and battle al-Shabaab in Somalia.

Tendai Marima

Opinion Last Modified: 02 Nov 2011 08:49 GMT

Where are the men of Dadaab?

Residents of the world's largest refugee camp are mainly women and children, raising questions about the fate of men.

Azad Essa

Features Last Modified: 21 Jul 2011 16:28 GMT

Somalia airport comes under attack

At least 14 people, including AU peacekeepers, killed in bomb blasts at airport in the capital Mogadishu.

Africa Last Modified: 10 Sep 2010 03:52 GMT

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