Is Puntland separate from Somalia?
As stipulated in Article 1 of the Transitional Federal Charter of the Somali Republic, Puntland is a part of the Federal State of Somalia. Since its establishment in 1998, Puntland has also been in territorial disputes with Somaliland over the Sool, Sanaag and Ayn regions.
Is Galkayo safe?
The roads that lead out of North Galkayo are generally not safe because of the territorial dispute between Somaliland and Puntland in that region. As a rule of thumb in Somalia, it is NOT SAFE to drive.
Who controls Galkayo?
Geographically Galkacyo is divided into four main quarters: Garsoor, Horumar, Israac and Wadajir. Puntland controls Israac, Garsoor, and Horumar to the north while Galmudug state controls the Wadajir village to the south….Galkayo.
| Galkayo Gaalkacyo جالكعيو Gallacaio (Rocca Littorio) | |
|---|---|
| Area code(s) | 43km² |
| Climate | BWh |
How big is Galkayo?
Galkayo (population 137,000) is divided between two federal states, the Galmudug Interim Administration (GIA), just established in 2015, and Puntland, formed in 1998. Its local divisions also mirror the larger divide between two dominant and historically rival clan families, the Darod and the Hawiye.
Is Somalia different from Somaliland?
Somaliland is an autonomous region in northern Somalia, which broke away and declared independence from Somalia in 1991. No foreign power recognises Somaliland’s sovereignty, but it is self-governing with an independent government, democratic elections and a distinct history.
Which part of Africa is Somalia?
Horn of Africa
Somalia, easternmost country of Africa, on the Horn of Africa. It extends from just south of the Equator northward to the Gulf of Aden and occupies an important geopolitical position between sub-Saharan Africa and the countries of Arabia and southwestern Asia.
How many people live in Qardho?
47,400
Qardho
| Qardho قرضو | |
|---|---|
| • Mayor | Abdi Said Osman |
| Population | |
| • Total | 47,400 (60,825 in broader Qardho District) |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
Where is the city of Galkayo in Somalia?
Galkayo is situated in the north-central part of Somalia, and is one of the most developed towns in the region. The city is divided into four main districts called Garsoor, Horumar, Israac, and Wadajir districts respectively.
Who are the main clans in Galkayo Somalia?
The Darod (specifically Majerteen-Omar Mahmood sub-clan) dominate Galkayo’s Puntland-administered north, the Hawiye (specifically Habar Gidir-Sa’ad sub-clan) dominate the GIA-ruled south. The divided city of Galkayo at the border between Puntland and the the Galmudug Interim Administration. CRISIS GROUP
What kind of people live in Galkayo Puntland?
Puntland areas of the city such as Israac, Hormar and Garsoor neighborhoods of Galkayo is primarily inhabited by Somalis from the Majeerteen ( Darood ), Carab Salah (Meheri ), and Leelkase (Darood) clans. The Leelkase, and Majeerteen are mainly the dominant clans in many parts of Galkayo.
How is Galkayo treated in the rest of Puntland?
The City has been treated as an outcast in the family. Even Galkayo road links to the rest of Puntland State had been disowned and allowed to deteriorate beyond repair.