Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Somalis
The Muslim Somalis of the Horn of Africa speak the Somali language and live in the Somali Democratic Republic (Somalia). There are also substantial numbers of Somalis in neighboring countries: the southern half of Djibouti, the eastern...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Somalia Flag
The national flag of Somalia, a country located in East Africa.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Map of Somalia
A map featuring Somalia and its neighboring countries.
BBC
Bbc News: Q&a: Somali Piracy
Attacks on ships by Somali pirates has been on a steady rise. Who are the pirates? Why do they resort to hijacking ships? How do they manage to overtake and capture them? Why does it seem impossible to stop them? Does piracy affect...
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Bbc News: Air Raid Kills Somali Militants
A report of the US military air raid in Somalia which killed Al Qaeda militant, Aden Hashi Ayro. Details of the strike and of civilians also injured was noted as were the concerns that American interests and allies would no longer be...
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Sos Children's Villages: Hunger in Africa
Hunger Crises are escalating at several hot spots: Nigeria, Yemen, South Sudan, and Somalia. These areas are suffering starvation and famine as a result of armed conflict, droughts, or torrential rains which destroys crops and kills...
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University of Texas: Ethiopia: Political Map
A political map of the landlocked country of Ethiopia showing its major cities and highways, provisional border with Somalia, and its neighboring countries. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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Radio Somaliland
Contains the latest news stories on the disputed area of "Somaliland," which has broken away from Somalia and is currently involved in a civil war. Please note that not all the stories are in English.
BBC
Bbc News: New Year Heralds New Somali Fears
A discussion of the effects of the resignation of President Yusuf of Somalia and the withdrawal of Ethiopian troop support. This brings to light the question of whether the country will face greater instability and violence among warring...
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Bbc: Us 'Will Not Talk' to Somali Head
BBC article tracks the progression of the new government in Somalia which the US fears will become a haven for Al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups. Examines why the United States will not talk to the new head of the Somali government....
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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)
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Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Somalia
Learn about religion in Somalia, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
PBS
Pbs: Ambush in Mogadishu
Tells the story of the attack on US Rangers in 1993 in Mogadishu and traces our foreign policy in Somalia.
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Esri: The Uprooted
This resource provides a useful interactive map, charts, and other information connected to the global refugee crisis. The crisis areas featured include Syria, Afghanistan, Somalia, South Sudan, and Sudan.
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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)
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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)
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Bbc: Recent History: September 11: Out of Nowhere?
In-depth exploration of September 11th and the international events that preceded the attack. Includes pages on the events before September 11th, including US involvement in Lebanon and Somalia and the relationship between the US and...
World Food Programme
World Food Programme: Horn of Africa Crisis
The World Food Programme continues to fight hunger around the globe. This page provides information on the 2011 food crisis in the Horn of Africa that was due to drought conditions and the conflict in Somalia. Millions of people were...
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Islamic Militia in Balad, 40kms North of Mogadishu
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)
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Islamist Fighter
Tries to determine 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.
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Fas: Proposals to Enhance Congressional Oversight
This site is provided for by the Federation of American Scientists. After the Clinton Administration's experiences with Bosnia and Somalia, Congress sought to increase its legislative powers in military involvements and peacekeeping. The...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Swahili
The people known as Swahili live along the narrow East African coastline and the adjacent islands between southern Somalia and northern Mozambique; they also live in the Aomoro Islands and northwestern Madagascar, and there are Swahili...
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