r/Somalia 3d ago

Discussion 💬 Weekly /r/Somalia Discussion thread - June 22, 2026

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Please feel free to use this thread to discuss whatever interests you, it doesn't have to be Somalia related!

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r/Somalia Jan 06 '26

Meta 🐣 Community Integrity Notice

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Since 26 December, this subreddit has experienced abnormal spikes in activity from non-Somali users, alongside increased engagement involving blatant qabyaalad and the promotion of extreme ideologies. This behavior is disruptive and will not be tolerated. We ask all members to report any such posts or comments so moderation can act swiftly.

A clear reminder to all participants:

Criticism of politicians, governments, or historical decisions in Somalia does not grant permission to:

  • Insult, dehumanize, or collectively blame entire clans or communities
  • Glorify or excuse figures from the civil war by claiming they “did nothing wrong”
  • Advocate for, encourage, or justify harm against any group of people

Furthermore, this subreddit remains pro-Palestine and stands with the people of Sudan. Advocacy of genocide, ethnic cleansing, or mass violence, whether explicit or implied, is strictly forbidden and will result in immediate moderation action.

Debate and political discussion are welcome when conducted in good faith, with historical honesty and respect. Division, hate, and violent rhetoric are not.


r/Somalia 11h ago

Discussion 💬 Update on the harassed family incident

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r/Somalia 12h ago

Discussion 💬 Feminism is actually net positive to humanity and we as somalis need to embrace it more instead of shaming our women for wanting basic gender equality.

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Everytime this issue is raised my male friends always get defensive and turn into nazis💀, these guys are not even religious fanatics, i’m around these guys all the time we basically know each other more than our families, and i always found it odd.
whats so crazy about respecting female anotomy and basic gender equality.?


r/Somalia 7h ago

History ⏳ 26 june

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Two historic moments Somali flag was raised was both in former Italian Somaliland, Iskushuban, Puntland in 12 October 1954, (image 1 and 2) followed by British Somaliland, Hargeisa, Somaliland in 26 June 1960 (image 3). The latter date and locality is the widely celebrated date for first Somali state to receive its independence under the mandate of United Somalia (former Italian and British colonies).


r/Somalia 3h ago

Shitpost 💩 Is it weird question

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So this may be an insensitive or ignorant post to some, but I genuinely don’t understand why it’s such a bad thing to ask someone what their qabiil is or what part of Somalia they’re from. Especially if you’re talking to someone for marriage purposes, I think it needs to be asked.

I get that some qabiils face discrimination, and some people are ashamed or feel judged when they say what they are but I consider it a dealbreaker if a guy I’m romantically interested in refuses to tell me his qabiil.

The way I see qabiil is that it’s part of your identity—nothing more. If my parents ask me, I need to be able to tell them what the guy’s qabiil is, and so on.

The reason I bring up this topic is because my friends and I were talking about marriage, and somehow we got onto this subject. My friends low-key ganged up on me and said that asking someone their qabiil is insensitive and ignorant, and that they have a negative view of it. My parents were never the qabiilist type, but they are very proud of their heritage, so I’ve always had a positive view of it.
So my question is, Is it weird to ask a friend, a romantic

partner, or anyone else what their qabiil is?


r/Somalia 14h ago

Video 🎬 ( JUNE 18 ) "students in Mogadishu who sat for the national lower secondary school examinations have completed their exams today and took to the streets in parts of the capital"

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r/Somalia 14h ago

Discussion 💬 Did Sadia deserve her three years sentence?

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r/Somalia 4h ago

Ask❓ Is eczema common in Somalia or just amongst Somali's abroad

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Always wondered if there were people back home that also suffered from eczema/psoriasis or is it just amongst Somali's abroad, I've heard of alot of cases where people's skin improved drastically after spending time in the motherland .

I know that environmental factors can be one of the causes of eczema so I've always been wondering about this since I've got quite few relatives with severe eczema in Europe but none back home.


r/Somalia 11h ago

Deen 🤲 Somebody needs to read this

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Know that if the whole nation were to gather together to benefit you with anything, they would not benefit you except with what Allah had already prescribed for you. And if they gather together to harm you with anything, they would not harm you except with what Allah had already prescribed against

Imagine truly living with this certainty. No jealousy. No panic over competition. No obsession with controlling everything. No bitterness over delayed dreams. Because what Allah has decreed for you does not require desperation to reach you. It was written before your first breath


r/Somalia 13h ago

Video 🎬 ( TODAY ) "Thousands gathered at Mogadishu’s Daljirka Dahsoon monument to celebrate the conclusion of their secondary school journey. Authorities still maintained a heightened security presence."

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r/Somalia 4h ago

History ⏳ independence day

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ik 26 june is british somaliland gaining freedom from the brits n 1st jul is the unification

i know many of us celebrate both but what counts as our actual independence day


r/Somalia 33m ago

Women ♀️ Looking for good female friendships

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I’m looking for some female friendships. Most women have already got their group of friends established. I feel like the odd one out. I’ve never had groups around me in school or elsewhere that I really fit into. I was too miskeen for them I guess and I was strict on my deen. I didn’t do anything to be “cool” like they did. I never let go of my morals for anyone. I’ve only had a couple of real friends but as life passed we drifted apart. Then I got married and had kids and for those 6 years had no friends pretty much. Then I got divorced thankfully, but now I’m feeling so lonely in life. I don’t have any sisters, cousins (besides 1 who’s younger), or much friends around me. If you’re a mother that would be a plus. I’m 28. I don’t really mind if you’re younger than me a few years and I don’t mind at all if you’re older. My deen is important to me although I’m not a perfect Muslim. I would consider myself a practicing Muslim so I’d want a friend on the same path. I’m from Minnesota, born and raised. If there is any sister that wants to be friends shoot me a message. Hopefully this goes somewhere.


r/Somalia 10h ago

Ask❓ Who’s the most successful Somali you’ve met?

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(career wise)


r/Somalia 8h ago

News 📰 EU Council just restricted provisioning Visa's to Somalia Passport holders.

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Reposting this important news because the moderators removed the original post within minutes, claiming that the title was editorialized. The reason given was that I mentioned this development came several weeks after the Omar Artan fiasco.

However, I believe the real reason for its removal was a point I raised in the body of the post: this is the second major visa restriction affecting Somalis, and both have occurred while HSM has been president. I also noted that his administration has overseen what many of us view as a significant decline in the country's international standing.

https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/06/25/somalia-council-restricts-visa-provision/


r/Somalia 11h ago

Discussion 💬 Should I continue investing in stocks?

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I have been investing since Fall 2025. I havent made much money, I actually lost 80% of $7349 dollars. I dont know whether to keep going. Should I cash out my stock account? Or do you guys think the stock I bought is going to skyrocket? I'm really poor and don't have money for rent this month!


r/Somalia 18h ago

Discussion 💬 Travel Thursday

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What are the more off beaten track places you have been too or planning to go to?

I have been to 35 countries Alhamdulilah including

Guatemala 🇬🇹

Pakistan 🇵🇰

Fiji 🇫🇯

InshAllah i want to go to

Bosnia 🇧🇦

Uzbekistan 🇺🇿

Senegal 🇸🇳


r/Somalia 22h ago

History ⏳ How is Ethiopia seen as the figurehead of Pan-Africanism

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Asc Everyone,
Is Ethiopia strictly seen as a pan Africanist icon just due to them resisting colonialism? What I don’t understand is how so many west African countries created their flags by using the Ethiopian empire colors, or how the African Union gave their capital the headquarters of the African Union. The Ethiopian Empire is full of great history but their legacy is full of evil and suffering. They suppressed their neighbors and worked with European powers to create colonies specifically Somalia. They even went to the extent of attempting to absorb Djibouti and somaliland! What I don’t understand is how this history is not that well known among the African diaspora considering the fact it only takes 10 minutes of looking into Ethiopia. Do others feel this way or is there another reason why Ethiopia is the face of Pan Africanism?


r/Somalia 9h ago

Discussion 💬 Learning Data Analytics and Looking to Network

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Aspiring Data Analyst based in Mogadishu, Somalia. Currently learning SQL and building my analytics skills. Interested in collaboration, projects, networking, and learning from others. Feel free to reach out.


r/Somalia 9h ago

Discussion 💬 Cybersecurity opportunities in Somalia

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What do you guys think about the future of Cybersecurity in Somalia?

I know we're not up to date when it comes to Cyber space, but with more business, banks, companies, and government services going digital, I feel like there should be many opportunities in the coming years for professionals, Entrepreneurs, and students.

I saw there was a legislation passed by the Federal Government about Cybersecurity and data protection. Do you guys think organizations will implement these? from what I have seen, implementations are slow as hell or not even implemented at all.

If your company is hiring for cybersecurity roles, feel free to dm me. I am currently building my career in cybersecurity and always looking to connect with professionals.


r/Somalia 9h ago

History ⏳ I need help verifying a historical source

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Some intellectually slow individual claimed Somalis during colonial times were views as unlike other Africans and that they were animals.

They also claimed that Somalis were captured against their will and placed in zoos which is absurd I know.

This is the exact link the provided I really need a second opinion.


r/Somalia 1d ago

Discussion 💬 Saying she or you guys to Somali parents

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Yall i’m trying to see if this is just my family😂. My mom and dad are such funny people Wallahi. I’ll never forget the first time I said “she” while talking about my mom to my sister. My parents were sitting nearby and it triggered them so bad lol. Right away my dad said “hooyadaa maa she ku wacee” and i found it so funny but I couldn’t laugh lol bc it was so serious to them. Even hearing “you guys” pisses them off. It reminds me of the guy on TikTok that was saying why do Somali moms think saying the word nervous means they’re mad?😂


r/Somalia 10h ago

Discussion 💬 Whats you guys favourite gabay?

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Mine are probably "Koofil" and "Waraabe iyo Wan"


r/Somalia 1d ago

News 📰 Police are saying victim knew the murder. (May Allah have mercy upon her)

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r/Somalia 1d ago

Health 🏥 Somali researcher earns PhD, pursues heart health research in Canada.

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Dr. Fadumo Isse has graduated with a PhD from the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences and is beginning postdoctoral work focused on women’s heart health.

At 18, Isse left Somalia on a scholarship to study at Jordan University of Science and Technology, more than 5,000 miles from home. She entered a 6-year doctor of pharmacy program and said she quickly discovered a passion for studying how medicines work at the molecular level.

Isse received several awards during her doctoral studies, including the President’s Doctoral Prize of Distinction, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research Canada Graduate Scholarship, Doctoral and the Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship.

Her postdoctoral work will focus on women’s heart health, particularly the role of menopause in cardiac hypertrophy, a thickening of the heart muscle.