Somalia was one of the few key countries that internationally lobbied heavily for Mozambique’s self-determination and definitive end to the 470 years of Portuguese colonial rule. In 1975, when Mozambique was granted independence and the Portuguese flag was lowered for the final time, the only head of state that was in attendance at Mozambique’s independence […]
Feb 21 2017
Mahatma Ghandi and Adan (Somali soldier)
Mahatma Gandhi’s reflective encounter with Adan, a Somali soldier who deserted from the British Army in the 1920s (in his own words): “Adan was a young Somali soldier who was sentenced to ten years’ hard labour for desertion from the British Army, which he had joined during the War. He was transferred by the Aden […]
Apr 8 2016
Ah, we are soldiers of a different generation — Somali-Ethiopian war tribute
A tribute to the fallen Somali soldiers of Somalo-Ethiopian war (1977-78). All 6,453 of them: Ah, we are soldiers of a different generation. We have fought and died, and are long forgotten. We didn’t wish to die, when we heard that clarion cry. Our souls still wander beneath the soil where our lifeless bodies anchored. […]
Mar 29 2016
Ma run baa in Siyaad Barre rabay in Soomaaliya ay la midowdo Itoobiya shuruud la’aan?
Taariikhdu waxay ku socotaa qawaaniin cilmi ah oo aan ku xirneyn qof waxa uu qabo ama uu jecel yahay. Sidaas darteed, markii la baraayo waa iney ku salaysnaataa hab cilmi. Qofka marka uu malo awaal cusub soo bandhigo waa iney leedahay manhaj iyo tixraacyo xaqiiqi ah oo uu ku xoojinayo macluumadka cusub. Internetka waxaa lagu […]
Sep 26 2015
Muuse Galaal anti colonialism – anecdote
One of Somalia’s greatest intellectuals, Muuse Galaal (RH), was transiting through Kenya in the 1970s. When it was time for him to board his connecting flight, he jumped up and found himself first in the queue. A long queue, consisting of tired and restless passengers from assorted nationalities. Suddenly, he noticed airport officials tapping the […]
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