Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations
Fao Newsroom: Somalia: Helping Rebuild a Shattered Nation
This article discusses the challenges that Somalia faces, in the reconstruction and development process, as a result of a variety of environmental, economic and political factors. (22 December 2005)
CNN
Cnn: Somalia Cease Fire Deal Reached
Discusses the cease-fire that was signed between the two groups that are fighting for control of Somalia. Presents the history of the conflict from 1991 to the present. (June, 2006)
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Somali Language
A beginner's guide to speaking Somali. Study vocabulary and practice with online games.
BBC
Bbc: Is Somalia Next for 'War on Terror'?
Analysis of whether or not Somalia will be the next breading ground for new terrorists. Covers what the United States may do but also the response from the new Islamic government. (6/2006)
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Somalia
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Somalia, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Drought and Famine Plagues Horn of Africa
Read this news article and view the sad images of those suffereing in the 2011 drought and famine in the Horn of Africa. [July 19, 2011] Included are related resources, including classroom activities and an interactive map showing the...
PBS
Pbs: Ambush in Mogadishu
Tells the story of the attack on US Rangers in 1993 in Mogadishu and traces our foreign policy in Somalia.
Other
Esri: The Uprooted
This resource provides a useful interactive map, charts, and other information connected to the global refugee crisis. The crisis areas featured include Syria, Afghanistan, Somalia, South Sudan, and Sudan.
Other
Brookings Institution: Somalia's Civil War
Following the US missile attack on Somalia and the subsequent death of Al-Shabab leader, Aden Ayro, an overview is given of the civil war that Somalia finds itself entrenched in. Battling military leaders, extremist groups, Ethiopian...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Somalia
Presents a country profile and travel guide to the East African nation of Somalia, background overview, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
Other
United States Institute of Peace: Somalia: Ten Years Later (2004)
Ten years after American humanitarian intervention in Somalia the Somalis have yet to create a central government. This article examines the economic, social, and political trends, the collapse of the state, and the three-phase framework...
Read Works
Read Works: Coming to the Usa
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about three sisters who came to America to escape their war-torn home in Somalia. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Oromos
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Oromos, an African people. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Somalis
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Somalis. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Somalia
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Somalia. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
BBC
Bbc News: Somalia Nearing a 'Total Famine'
A brief account of Somalia's devastating direction toward famine. The country's people are starving yet humanitarian aid is not reaching them because of the Somali pirates hijacking ships in the region. (December 4, 2008)
BBC
Bbc: Somalia Country Profile
This BBC profile of Somalia includes an overview of the country, demographic and economic facts, and information on its leaders and media. (28 April 2010)
Institute for Policy Studies
Foreign Policy in Focus: The Future of Political Islam in Somalia
This article discusses the impact of Islam in Somalia, reasons for its popularity and the effect of attempted interventions interested countries and institutions. (5 January 2007)
CommonLit
Common Lit: The World's Largest Refugee Camp Looks Like a Slum/star Wars Mashup
A learning module that begins with "The World's Largest Refugee Camp Looks Like a Slum/Star Wars Mashup" by NPR Staff, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Somalis
The Muslim Somalis of the Horn of Africa speak the Somali language and live in the Somali Democratic Republic (Somalia). There are also substantial numbers of Somalis in neighboring countries: the southern half of Djibouti, the eastern...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Somalia: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Somalia in East Africa.
Other
Radio Somaliland
Contains the latest news stories on the disputed area of "Somaliland," which has broken away from Somalia and is currently involved in a civil war. Please note that not all the stories are in English.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Somalia
This site has a large flag of Somalia with a description of the flag and the country coat of arms.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Somalia
Study the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Somalia on this site.