Mohamed Siad Barre remains arguably the most controversial individual in Somali history, and perhaps the most significant Somali individual in Somali history, as a former President of Somalia. Born in 1919 in the Ogaden region, Barre rose through the ranks…
Halima Khalif Omar, better known as Magool, is still one of the most famous singers in Somalia and has become an icon in Somali music history. Nicknamed by the Somalis as the “Nightingale of Somalia,” Magool has a powerful voice…
It was quite an eventful decade: the 1970s Somalia, a period of rapid development and the instant forging of a national identity, represented political stability, economic growth, and, let it be said, a great cultural stir. Before a horrible civil…
Halima Aden’s name is now equated with the concept of breaking barriers and redefining beauty standards in the fashion industry. As the first hijab-wearing supermodel, she has brought inclusivity to the conversation, challenging conventional norms of modelling and inspiring other…
Hamar Weyne Market is one of the oldest and most energetic markets in Somalia and is located in the historical area of Mogadishu. The market has always been a most important factor towards trade and commerce, contributing to the overall…
Iman Mohamed Abdulmajid is a Somali supermodel, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, and one of the most influential supermodels of all time. With her striking features, flawless skin, and royal presence, she redefined beauty standards. She went from being on front pages…
Somalia has never lacked talented people who have defined their names in music, movies, fashion, and sports. Countless flourishing Somali celebrities didn’t mind the tough patch the country has gone through but have emerged internationally to share their cultural background…
Introduction Sayid Maxamed Abdulle Hassan was among the most important figures in Somali history. A daring hero, spiritual leader, and poet, he endured a two-decade-long resistance to the British, Italian, and Ethiopian colonial forces from the late 19th to early 20th…
The Eyl coastline is a close-kept secret in northeastern Somalia; where natural splendor, a rich history, and an alive marine life find themselves. Eyl, situated in the Puntland State, is a coastal town endowed with virgin beaches, crystal oceans, and…
Any consideration of the past or present of Somalia requires its geography and location on the Horn of Africa, which undoubtedly makes it central to a very intricate and interesting history going back to several millennia. The ancient narrative of…