CNN
Cnn: Somalia Cease Fire Deal Reached
Discusses the cease-fire that was signed between the two groups that are fighting for control of Somalia. Presents the history of the conflict from 1991 to the present. (June, 2006)
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Somalia: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Somalia in East Africa.
BBC
Bbc: Somalia Country Profile
This BBC profile of Somalia includes an overview of the country, demographic and economic facts, and information on its leaders and media. (28 April 2010)
Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations
Fao Newsroom: Somalia: Helping Rebuild a Shattered Nation
This article discusses the challenges that Somalia faces, in the reconstruction and development process, as a result of a variety of environmental, economic and political factors. (22 December 2005)
Institute for Policy Studies
Foreign Policy in Focus: The Future of Political Islam in Somalia
This article discusses the impact of Islam in Somalia, reasons for its popularity and the effect of attempted interventions interested countries and institutions. (5 January 2007)
BBC
Bbc News: Somalia Nearing a 'Total Famine'
A brief account of Somalia's devastating direction toward famine. The country's people are starving yet humanitarian aid is not reaching them because of the Somali pirates hijacking ships in the region. (December 4, 2008)
BBC
Bbc: Unveiling Somalia's Islamists
This article examines the views held by two of Somalia's Islamists, Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys and Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed. (6 October 2006)
BBC
Bbc: A World for Children: Rights of Children in Somalia
The United Nations is working hard to develop a world in which children are valued and safe. To learn about what the U.N. is doing, use this lesson plan in which students learn about child protection in Somalia. Archived.
BBC
Bbc: Is Somalia Next for 'War on Terror'?
Analysis of whether or not Somalia will be the next breading ground for new terrorists. Covers what the United States may do but also the response from the new Islamic government. (6/2006)
BBC
Bbc News: Meeting Somalia's Al Shabab
A first hand account of Somalia's terrorist group, al-Shabab as well as the unsteady and dangerous political situation in Somalia as different factions fight for power at the expense of the people. (July 3, 2009)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Somalia
Provides an overview of the culture of Somalia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Somalia
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Somalia, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Somalia
Study the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Somalia on this site.
BBC
Bbc News: Ethiopia's Somalia Dilemma
Two years after entering Somalia to support its unstable government, Ethiopia has announced that its troops will be leaving the impoverished, battle filled country. Background details of Somalia and its terrorist groups as well as the...
BBC
Bbc News: Un to Assess Security in Somalia
Describes the UN's plan and trip to visit Somalia after the Islamic leaders took control of Mogadishu. The UN is evaluating whether or not it is safe to send aid. (June 2006)
BBC
Bbc News: Timeline on Somalia
This site provides a concise timeline on the history of Somalia from its earliest beginnings to the present. It identifies the major historical personalities and leaders of Somalia.
NBC
Msnbc: Somalia to Become an Islamic Nation?
Author determines that many of the warlords in Somalia will only accept a government that is based on the Quran. Provides the United States opinion on what they may do if a militant Islamic state is formed in Somalia. (2006)
United Nations
Unhcr: Child Soldiers Global Report Somalia (2004)
This report, from the UN Refugee Agency, provides statistics and information on the use of children as soldiers in Somalia. (April 2001 to March 2004)
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Somalia
This site has a large flag of Somalia with a description of the flag and the country coat of arms.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Somaliland
Learn about religion in the Somaliland region of Somalia, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
Woodrow Wilson Center: Digital Archive: Horn of Africa Crisis
A collection of primary source documents related to the conflict between Somalia and Ethiopia in the late 1970s (also known as the 1977-1978 Ogaden War or the Ethiopian-Somali Conflict).
BBC
Bbc News: Somalia's President Quits Office
An account of the resignation of Somali President Abdullahi Yusuf; his rise and fall, what led to his decision to resign, opposing forces in different regions of the country, who will step in with foreign aid and direction? (December 28,...
Read Works
Read Works: Coming to the Usa
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about three sisters who came to America to escape their war-torn home in Somalia. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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