The article discusses the communication missteps of Deputy Governor Abdi Dagane of Garissa, Kenya, particularly his choice to post a critical message about his political situation on Facebook during off-peak hours. The author criticizes Dagane's approach, noting that the majority of people in northern Kenya are not online and are better reached through radio. The timing of the post and the medium used are deemed ineffective for reaching the intended audience. The article suggests that traditional media would have amplified his message more effectively. The author emphasizes the importance of effective communication in governance and implies that leaders in northern Kenya need to improve their media literacy and communication strategies.

As Kenya marks the 40th anniversary of the Wagalla Massacre, advocates are urging President William Ruto to implement the Truth, Justice, and Reconciliation Commission's recommendations. The TJRC report, which documents the massacre and other injustices, was handed to former President Uhuru Kenyatta in 2013 but has not been fully implemented. The Northern Advocacy Organization, led by CEO Abdinasir Adan, emphasizes the need for justice for the victims and the Muslim community. The report includes recommendations for public apologies, legislative reviews, and ratification of international conventions to address historical wrongs.

The Somali government has distributed COVID-19 preventive equipment to Puntland and Somaliland, with the equipment donated by Chinese billionaire Jack Ma to African countries. Somaliland, which declared independence from Somalia in 1991, is not part of the African Union but received the aid. No COVID-19 cases have been reported in Somaliland. The Somali health ministry thanked the Jack Ma Foundation for their support and mentioned that other regions would receive equipment soon. Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Kheire emphasized the need for nationwide support and cooperation. Somalia has confirmed three cases of the virus, and the UN reported a case in a commercial contractor. The ministry is tracing contacts and has set up a toll-free number for public reporting and advice.

Al-Shabaab militants launched a significant attack on the Villa Rays Hotel in Mogadishu, situated next to the official residence of Somalia's president, Villa Somalia. The attack, which began with a suicide bombing followed by gunmen breaching the hotel perimeter, lasted 20 hours and resulted in the deaths of eight civilians. High-ranking officials, including four cabinet ministers, were caught in the siege. Despite Al-Shabaab being ousted from Mogadishu in 2011 and recently losing control of several towns, this attack has raised concerns about the group's capabilities and the security vulnerabilities within the Somali government. Officials and politicians, including President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and minister Adam Hirsi, have expressed their determination to continue the fight against Al-Shabaab, while others point to corruption within the security forces as a contributing factor to the group's persistent threat.