Somalian comedian murdered

One of Somalia’s most celebrated comedians, who was known for mocking Islamist extremists, has been shot dead the in the country’s capital.

It is still not known who was behind the attack but Abdi Marshale had previously fled to a neighbouring country following threats from extremist group al-Shabaab.

Mr Marshale was shot several times in the head and chest after leaving a radio station where he worked.