Browsing: Mogadishu

• Somalia has signed multiple socio-economic, and security pacts with Tanzania.
• In the agreements, Somalia asserts commitment to regional development, security
• Somalia looking to rebuild image, enhance regional cooperation and trade with its East African trading partners.

Somalia is steadily carving out a key role within the East African Community bloc under the leadership of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Despite being a latecomer to the bloc, the nation is making decisive strides toward regional diplomatic leadership.

In the latest development, Somalia has deepened its regional ties by signing five key economic agreements with Tanzania, marking a new chapter in the two countries’ bilateral relations. These memoranda of understanding (MOUs) span critical sectors such as foreign affairs, health, tourism, defense, and education, underscoring a shared commitment to regional cooperation and sustainable development.

The event was chaired by Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Saalax Ahmed Jaamac, who seized the opportunity to underscore Somalia’s …

• Kenya Airways Cargo introduced a pair of Boeing 737-800 converted freighters two months ago to expand its cargo capacity.
• Kenya Airways will also resume direct passenger flights between Nairobi and Mogadishu starting 15th February 2024.
• KQ already operates the passenger version of the 737-800.

Kenya Airways Cargo (KQ Cargo) has expanded its route network to include direct cargo flights between Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Mogadishu in Somalia.

The new route will be served weekly, effective 09th February 2024, and is expected to grow to two (2) weekly frequencies in April 2024. KQ Cargo has partnered with GSA Global Cargo LLC, a global cargo sales and service agent based out of UAE, as the cargo logistics partner to service the route.

KQ Cargo recently increased its freight capacities with the entry into service of a B737-800F, which offers an extended range, connecting vital cargo hubs and opening …