Somalia is a country located in the Horn of Africa, with the longest coastline on mainland Africa. It is known for its rich cultural heritage and a history that includes periods of civil unrest. The country is officially a federal parliamentary republic.
Population
As of 2023, the estimated population of Somalia is approximately 17.7 million people. The population is largely young, with a significant nomadic and semi-nomadic population.
Languages
The official languages of Somalia are Somali and Arabic. Somali is the mother tongue of the Somali people, while Arabic is widely spoken due to religious and historical ties.
Ethnic Group
The vast majority of the population belongs to the Somali ethnic group, which is divided into various clans. There are also minority ethnic groups, including Bantu and Benadiri communities.
Government Type
Somalia operates as a federal parliamentary republic. The political system is based on power-sharing among various clans.
Current President
As of June 2025, the current president of Somalia is Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who was elected in May 2022.
Economy
Somalia's economy is predominantly based on pastoralism (livestock, camel, goat, sheep), remittances from the diaspora, and telecommunications. Agriculture, particularly banana and frankincense, also plays a role. There is growing interest in the country's potential oil and gas reserves.
Areas of Tourism
Despite past challenges, Somalia offers potential for tourism with its extensive pristine beaches, historical cities, and diverse landscapes. Areas like Mogadishu and Berbera have developing tourism sectors, though security remains a consideration.
Well-known Sites
Notable sites include the ancient rock art of Laas Geel, the historic city of Zeila, the ruins of Mogadishu Cathedral, and the beautiful Jazeera Beach near Mogadishu. The old quarter of Mogadishu, often referred to as Shanghai Old City, also holds historical significance.
Breaking: There have been reports that the Somali government has started sending workers to Saudi Arabia
September 28, 2022 By abdimalik
While it is not a new case that the current president was in charge when the first case of this issue was debated and took over social media but today although it is still unclear whether true or false there are reports that the Somali government has re-started sending maid workers to Saudi Arabia.
Some twitter user took the matter online and said: Breaking:
The Arab League prohibits working as maids in member states. This is a clear violation of the laws of the Arab League, and we should sue for it.
This is a human trafficking case, because the law does not allow it. We need lawyers
The Saudi Minister of Labor discusses with his Somali counterpart ways of cooperation between the two countries
It was not that far when the government of Somalia engaged talks with Saudi Official during there last visit to Egypt some are even asking what else did Somali government got in its sleavs this time. while citizens are not stopping until they find the hidden project one at a time.
The meeting in Cairo between HE Minister of Labor Dr. Ali bin Saeed bin Smaikh Al Marri with HE Minister of Labor and Social Affairs of the Federal Republic of Somalia Bihi Iman Egeh on the sidelines of the 48th session of the Arab Labor Conference currently held in Cairo.
During the meeting, they discussed aspects of joint cooperation in work-related issues and ways to support and develop them.