Somalia hosts 18,924 refugees. Most come from Yemen.
Refugees in Somalia
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How Somali Youth Use Social Media Reactions
For Somali youth, a like or reaction often means more than just a click.
Growth of Moto Bajaj in Mogadishu
Mogadishu’s bajaj fleet grew by 18,000 after the city split them into Group A and Group B. Each group has 24,000 vehicles.
Organized Crime Index 2025: Somalia vs Neighbouring Countries
Somalia scores 6.55 out of 10 for criminality, second only to Kenya in the region. Higher scores mean more organized-crime activity and influence.
Bajaj Drivers in Mogadishu: Key Findings (2026)
Mogadishu’s bajaj drivers work long days for modest pay, and more than one in five has a university degree.
How Did Drivers Buy Their Bajaj?
Most bajaj drivers bought their vehicle with their own savings or help from family. Few used a bank loan.
Cost of Living in Mogadishu: Wedding Hall Prices (October 2026)
Planning a wedding in Mogadishu? The meal is usually the biggest cost. An SRA market check in October 2026 found that wedding halls charge between $10 and $18 per guest. Wedding hall meal prices per person Lower-priced halls: $10–$11 per Read More …
Somalia’s Presidential Elections: Number of Candidates and Registration Fees (2012–2022)
Somalia’s presidential elections have attracted more candidates over time, while the fee to register as a candidate has risen four times since 2012. Here are the numbers from the last three elections. How many candidates ran for president? 2012: 25 Read More …
Somalia’s Presidential Candidate Registration Fees (2012–2027)
Presidential candidate registration fees rose from $10,000 in 2012 to $40,000 in 2022, a fourfold increase. The 2027 fee is not yet set.
Press Conferences and Statements Among Somalia’s Opposition
Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed recorded the highest number of documented public communications during the six-month period, with 10, followed by Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo with 9.