A complete history of Mogadishu (ca. 1100-1892)

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.

2025 Aug 03

Quality of life in Mogadishu. History, cuture, trends

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

2025 Jan 29

Mogadishu heads to first local elections in decades under tight

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

2025 Mar 16

Somalia: Mogadishu vote marks return of universal suffrage

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

2025 Mar 26

Mogadishu

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.

2024 Dec 17

Mogadishu

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...

2024 Sep 27