Somalia''s capital, Mogadishu, will head to the polls on Thursday for local elections -- the first by universal suffrage in nearly 60 years -- under a complete citywide lockdown amid security
During this expedition, he briefly attacked Mogadishu, capturing an Ottoman ship and firing upon the city, which compelled the sultan of Mogadishu to sign a peace treaty with the Portuguese.
The famed traveller Ibn Battuta arrived in the city in 1331 when Mogadishu was at the peak of its prosperity. He described Mogadishu as "an exceedingly large city" with many rich merchants,
Mogadishu, locally known as Xamar or Hamar, is the capital and most populous city of Somalia. The city has served as an important port connecting traders across...
This article outlines the history of Mogadishu, exploring the main historical events and social groups that shaped its history. Mogadishu in the Indian Ocean world, map by S.
Mogadishu, capital, largest city, and a major port of Somalia, located just north of the Equator on the Indian Ocean. One of the earliest Arab settlements on the East African
Residents of Somalia''s capital are set to vote in a controversial local election that marks the country''s first-ever one-person, one-vote poll since 1969.
Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, is a vibrant and historic city known for landmarks like the Mogadishu Lighthouse and Jazeera Beach. With a diverse population of over 2 million people,
For the first time in decades, Somalia is abandoning its clan-based political system and allowing residents of Mogadishu to choose local representatives directly under the "one
Mogadishu, the capital city of Somalia, is a vibrant and bustling metropolis located on the eastern coast of Africa. Known for its rich history and cultural diversity, Mogadishu has long been a
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