Author: Asal Post

Defence Ministry says joint operation with international partners wounded 18 militants as four others surrendered to government forces. 🚨ASAL POST | SECURITY | JULY 18, 2026 MOGADISHU, Somalia – Somalia’s Ministry of Defence says a joint airstrike carried out by the Somali National Army (SNA) and international partners has killed 25 Al-Shabaab fighters in the Hiran region of central Somalia. In a statement issued on Saturday, the ministry said the overnight operation targeted an Al-Shabaab base in Suullaay, approximately 17 kilometres south of Teedaan, where the militant group had established a stronghold. According to the ministry, the precision airstrike also left…

Stakeholders urge early compliance with Hajj requirements as awareness campaign begins for intending pilgrims. ASAL POST | 🕋 HAJJ 2027 | MOMBASA | JULY 18, 2026 MOMBASA, Kenya – The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM), in collaboration with the Department of Immigration – Coast Regional Office, has launched preparations for the 2027/1448H Hajj season through a stakeholders’ media briefing aimed at enhancing public awareness and ensuring a smooth pilgrimage process. The briefing, held in Mombasa, brought together key stakeholders involved in Hajj and Umrah operations to discuss travel requirements, documentation, timelines and measures to protect intending pilgrims from fraudulent schemes. The…

Cultural and religious leaders unite to promote girls’ empowerment and end harmful practices in Garissa County. 🚨 ASAL POST | SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT | WAJIR  | JULY 18, 2026 BALAMBALA, Kenya – The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) Garissa County has strengthened its efforts to protect and empower girls through the Future 4 Binti Programme, bringing together cultural and religious leaders in Balambala Town to champion girls’ rights and promote positive social change. The community engagement forum focused on strengthening dialogue around ending harmful practices that undermine the wellbeing, dignity, rights and future of girls, while encouraging communities to work collectively…

More than 80 religious leaders attend four-day workshop aimed at strengthening Islamic knowledge, social cohesion and community leadership. ASAL POST | RELIGION | WAJIR  | JULY 18, 2026 WAJIR, Kenya – The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM), in collaboration with the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, has successfully concluded a four-day scientific and academic training workshop for Imams, Khatibs and students of Islamic knowledge in Wajir County. The training, organized through the Office of the Religious Attaché at the Saudi Embassy in Kenya, brought together more than 80 participants from across Wajir County to strengthen their understanding of authentic Islamic teachings and…

Fresh cyberattack raises concerns over Kenya’s digital security as hackers deface State House website and demand cryptocurrency payment NAIROBI, Kenya – President William Ruto’s official website was hacked on Saturday in a major cybersecurity incident that saw attackers deface the platform and demand a cryptocurrency ransom of approximately KSh41 million to restore access. The breach temporarily disrupted the presidential website, with hackers replacing parts of the homepage with a ransom message. Authorities have not indicated that classified government data or critical national security systems were compromised. The incident has renewed concerns over the security of Kenya’s government digital infrastructure, coming…

Nasteh F. Buraze lauds President Ruto for scrapping extra ID vetting, says youth participation is key to strengthening North Eastern Kenya’s voice in national affairs. ASAL POST | YOUTH | GARISSA | July 17, 2026 GARISSA – Garissa County Youth Chairperson Nasteh F. Buraze has urged young people across Garissa County and the wider North Eastern Kenya region to obtain National Identity Cards (National IDs) and register as voters, saying civic participation is essential for ensuring the region has a stronger voice in leadership, governance and national development. In a statement, Buraze said acquiring a National ID and registering as a voter are…

Three-day forum calls for stronger collaboration, leadership structures and coordinated action to advance human rights, governance and community development in Garissa County. ASAL POST | GOVERNANCE | CIVIL SOCIETY | July 16, 2026 By Abdimalik Hajir GARISSA – The Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI) has urged civil society organizations (CSOs) in Garissa County to strengthen unity, collaboration and institutional capacity to better champion human rights, governance and sustainable community development. The call was made during the conclusion of a three-day stakeholder forum organized by MUHURI with support from the KIOS Foundation, bringing together representatives from community-based organizations (CBOs), self-help groups and non-governmental organizations…

Ruling party says allegations of election manipulation are baseless, calls on the electoral commission to ignore political pressure and uphold a free, fair and transparent by-election. ASAL POST | OL KALOU BY-ELECTION | July 15, 2026 NAIROBI – The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has dismissed claims by Democratic Congress Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua that Thursday’s Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election could be manipulated, insisting the allegations are unsupported by evidence and urging the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to conduct a free, fair and transparent election. The party’s response follows a letter by Gachagua to IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon,…

GSU, DCI, ASTU and water cannon units deployed as police assure voters of a peaceful, free and fair election. ASAL POST | OL KALOU BY-ELECTION | July 15, 2026 NAIROBI – Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has deployed more than 1,000 police officers to provide security during Thursday’s Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, assuring residents that adequate measures have been put in place to guarantee a peaceful and credible poll. Speaking during an Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) briefing on Tuesday, Kanja said the deployment includes officers from the General Service Unit (GSU), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI),…

Lautaro Martínez’s stoppage-time winner completes dramatic comeback as Lionel Messi inspires defending champions into Sunday’s title showdown. ASAL POST | 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP | July 15, 2026 ARLINGTON, TEXAS – Argentina produced a remarkable late comeback to defeat England 2-1 on Wednesday, booking their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final against Spain after a thrilling semifinal in Arlington, Texas. The defending champions fought back from a goal down with two late strikes to shatter England’s hopes of reaching their first World Cup final in 60 years. England looked destined for victory after Anthony Gordon gave the Three…