By Asha Elmi - Reporter
Somalia, 26 November 2025 - The Banadir Regional Court has sentenced Maryan Mohamed Noor to six years in prison after finding her guilty of terrorism financing and money laundering, the Office of the Attorney General said in a statement on Tuesday.
Prosecutors said Noor used five bank accounts and five mobile phone numbers to transfer a total of $2,170,889, funds that were linked to the militant group Al-Shabaab. The money was allegedly used to finance attacks, support armed operations, and facilitate activities intended to destabilise Somali communities.
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In addition to the prison term, the court imposed a $20,000 fine, ordered the seizure of laundered assets including plots of land, and directed that her bank accounts be closed, with any remaining funds transferred to the state.
The AG's Office reaffirmed its commitment to combating terrorism financing and illicit financial networks, warning that individuals involved in such activities will be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
