Mogadishu Images – Breathtaking images that capture daily life in the nation’s capital

Traditional cloth makers doing the final embroidery (tarash). Seen in Xamarweyne, Mogadishu’s old quarter. Somali traditional cloth makers are coming back into the market as people long for old and fine traditional dress.

Muna, a diaspora returnee is here to contribute to the restoration of the Somali nation-state.

Koofi Baraawe or the Bravanese hat is worn by Somali elders. They also dye their hair with Henna. The style exemplifies dignity, wisdom and prestige. Sometimes politicians and leaders mimic the elders and wear these hats.

aa wali the mystuc from Xamarweyne likes to hang by the sea,

done with grocery shopping, girls take time to enjoy the scenery. Tonight’s casho: fish stew and rooti.

Students from Abdiaziz Primary salute the flag.

Basbaas Shareero Band or Hot Chilli Peppers Shareero that play n perform traditional folklore dance and music in the capital city Mogadishu, Somalia.

Ikea aint got nothing on this neighborhood furniture shop. Bunk beds on display here. Mogadishu, Somalia

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