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.
Mudo 32 sano kadib dowlada faderaalka soomaaliya waxa u suuragashay in ay saafarad ka furato dalka ingiriiska gaar ahaan Magaalada London.
February 9, 2023 By abdimalik
Mudo 32 sano kadib dowlada faderaalka soomaaliya waxa u suuragashay in ay saafarad ka furato dalka ingiriiska gaar ahaan Magaalada London.
Munaasabadan oo ay soo qaban qaabisay safaarada soomaaliya ayaa ah mid horu-dhac ah oo ay dadka soomaaliyeed ku dhaqan dalkan Uk ugu dabaal degayeen farxada iyo guusha ay gaareen .
Munaasabada waxa kasoo qayb galay safiirka soomaaliya Mudane Amb. Abdukadir Ahmed kheyr iyo Qunsulka soomaaliya ee Uk Mudane Qunsul Dayib Sheekh, imam Sh Bashir Imam Salad Dhoolayre kamida culumada iyo dhaqanka soomaaliyeed odayayaasha iyo waxgaradka kala duwan ayaa goobjoog ka ahaa madashan.
Sidoo kale dadkii lagu casuumay munaasabada waxa kamida dadka ugu caansan caalamka iyo dalkan ingiriiska gabadha lagu magacaabo sabrina Dore, Sir mo Farah oo isagana ah oroyahan caan ka ah dunida,
qaybaha kala duwan ee bulshada , hogaamiyayaasha jaaliyadaha kala duwan ee London iyo gobolada dalka , qaar kamida dadka u dhaqdhaqaaqa xaquuqda insaanka caruurta , aqoonyahano haweenka iyo dhalinyarada Waa ay kasoo qaybgaleen xaflada maanta.
Bilaha soo socdo waxa la filaya in munaasabad inta ka balaaran lagu qabto taasoo ka soo qaybgali doono Madaxwayne Xasan sheekh mohamud.sida uu sheegay safiirka soomaaliya ee dalka ingiriiska mudane Amnasadoor Abduqadir.