Somalia, once plagued by years of civil war and instability, is gradually gaining recognition as a promising business hub in East Africa. With recent improvements in security and governance, coupled with a growing entrepreneurial spirit, the country is quickly becoming an attractive destination for foreign investment.
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has had a significant impact on the Black Sea grain deal, which is due to expire on March 18, 2023. The deal was brokered with Russia and Ukraine by the United Nations (UN) and Turkey in July 2022, to combat a global food crisis that was fueled in part by Russia's blockade of Ukraine's Black Sea grain exports.
Somalia joins the rest of the world in commemorating International Women's Day on March 8, a day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements made by women in various fields. "Embrace Equity" is the theme for 2023, and it advocates for true inclusion and belonging via equitable action.