Infrastructure and ServicesNews
AfDB Earmarks $76M for Somali Road Programme
Construction Review Online reports AfDB earmarked $76 million for Somali road upgrades, but no official confirmation or start date is yet available.
Ports
214 articles on ports in Somaliland and Puntland, newest first, from Somali Construction Review.
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Somalia, Abu Dhabi Ports agree to deepen Mogadishu port cooperation
Goobjoog News reported on 2025-12-15 that Somalia and Abu Dhabi Ports Group agreed to strengthen cooperation on Mogadishu Port upgrades.
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Somaliland Dismisses Somalia's Berbera Claims as Legally Baseless
Somaliland rejected Somalia's announced annulment of UAE port deals on 2026-01-13, calling the claims legally void and reaffirming its agreements.
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DP World Rejects Somalia Decision on Berbera Port
On 2026-01-14, Somali Dispatch reported DP World rejected Somalia's nullification of agreements and affirmed Berbera Port operations will proceed.
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Mogadishu Port, Omani Representatives Discuss Maritime Cooperation
Goobjoog News reported on 15 April 2026 that Mogadishu Port and Omani maritime representatives agreed to explore closer shipping ties.
Somaliland Ports, Free Zone Authorities Hold Trade Cooperation Talks
Horn Diplomat reported May 12 talks between Somaliland port and free zone authorities on coordination; no agreement or investment is documented.
Infrastructure and ServicesNews
Maersk Halts New Bookings to Berbera, Goobjoog Reports
Goobjoog News reported on April 21, 2026 that Maersk stopped new cargo bookings to and from Berbera Port, citing unspecified scheduling changes.
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Somalia, Türkiye Discuss Maritime and Port Cooperation
Mustaqbal Media reported that ministers met in Istanbul on July 3, 2026, to discuss expanded maritime and port development cooperation.
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Bosaso Port Sand Blockage Disrupts Trade, Wardheer News Reports
Wardheer News reported on 2026-04-21 that sand is blocking Bosaso port's channel, forcing offshore cargo transfers and raising concerns about maintenance.
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Mogadishu Port Seeks Seattle Ties for Modernisation Push
Port of Mogadishu officials visited Seattle and agreed to pursue cooperation on training and port management, Goobjoog News reported on 2026-07-05.
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Somali and Turkish Officials Discuss Fisheries Ports in Mogadishu
Mustaqbal Media reported on 27 July 2026 that Somali and Turkish officials discussed fisheries investment and port infrastructure in Mogadishu.
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Bosaso Port Idle Nine Days as Fee Dispute Halts Trade
The Somali Digest reported on July 28, 2026, that Bosaso port was idle nine days after traders refused DP World fees.
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Mogadishu Port Backs Seafood Exports Push
Goobjoog reports the port received seafood exporter Marina Seafood, but no volumes, values or formal agreements are disclosed.
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Somalia Approves Egypt Maritime MoU, Ports Detail Unclear
Goobjoog News reported on 10 July 2026 that Somalia's cabinet approved a maritime cooperation MoU with Egypt. No text, budget or timeline is established.
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Bosaso Port Dispute Reignites as Traders Accuse DP World
Wardheer News reports traders say DP World failed to honor the Bosaso port fee agreement, reviving concerns over trade and supply chains.
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Somaliland Says It Is Working to Regain Airspace Control
Somaliland says it is pursuing diplomatic and technical efforts to control its airspace and challenge Somalia's e-visa, according to Somali Dispatch.
Infrastructure and ServicesProjectBosaso
Bosaso port: 455 m quay extension, 5.5 ha yard, 12 m dredging
Somali Ports Authority's Bosaso profile, dated 31 May 2024, lists a 455 m quay extension, a 5.5 hectare yard, 12 m dredging and new IT systems under DP World.
Infrastructure and ServicesProjectPuntland
Government offices built at Garacad to house port ministries
Kaab TV reported on 26 August 2026 that Puntland's president visited newly built Garacad offices meant for port, customs and regulatory agencies.
Business and CostsAnalysisBerbera
BII study: 2,490 jobs and USD 45.1 million of value added from Berbera in 2024
A BII and FCDO study by Itad and Steward Redqueen estimates Berbera port, its supply chains and the economic zone supported about 2,490 jobs in 2024.
Infrastructure and ServicesAnalysisBerbera
Berbera phase 2: a 1,000 m quay and 2 million TEU, timing uncertain
A BII and Itad study of December 2025 reports phase 2 of Berbera port is planned to reach 2 million TEU, with timing still uncertain.
Business and CostsNewsPuntland
Garacad port to pass to a UAE company, President Deni confirms
WardheerNews reported on 4 July 2025 that President Said Abdullahi Deni confirmed Garacad port will go to a UAE-based company.
Infrastructure and ServicesNewsPuntland
Garacad port: new warehouse opened, berth C complete, berth D under construction
Kaab TV reported on 26 August 2026 that President Deni opened a new cargo warehouse at Garacad port and toured completed Berth C.
