Ive never heard of a Self hating Somali. Most Somalis, at least in my area, are crazy proud about their culture and background. I have even met some Somalis who are fascist-like in their ill-gotten pride(calling other Africans bantus/negroes/slave s etc.)and routinely mentioning how Somalia had the best airforce or how the Somali army was close to adis abba. When their was a multicultural day or the like at my school, Somalis where among the most vocal and proudest about their identity and they always stood out from the general student pop.

If the Situation become stable why not? We have alot more things to offer than the Ethiopians.

If the Situation in Somalia doesnt change in the near future, Somaliland can do whatever they want. However if this current government stablizes the south and brings a level of peace and development that is comparable with Somaliland than talk can begin. I think most Somalilanders still believe in Somaliweyne, after all we are the same people and they weren't the only ones brutalized by the siad barre regime. Islam and brotherhood is more favored by all Somalis than fake Nationalism based on Colonialist borders and spread by decivers with thier own agenda. What would a person from NorthWest Somalia chose? A secular "democratic government" that is filled with deceivers or An Islamic government led by Genuine Muslims and governs with Sharia Law. I think the answer is very obvious. Now with the West crumbling they will have less influence on our affairs. Islam will rule.

Originally posted by nuune: At least Ethiopia got nice roads all over the country, clearly marked and built and even at nights had light vicibility of oncomin cars. Oo Faroole wafdiguu wato fara badnaa, waxa meeshaa fadhiya ma wasiira unbaa! Good for him, his next trip Ausie Lol, Do you think the pave the roads themselves? Most if not all the roads are paved by chinese and all the major construction is done by chinese. They cant even afford to pay them anymore. http://nazret.com/blog/index.php?title=ethiopia_ch inese_construction_firm_threa&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1

This guy has lost his mind. Who the hell is advising him? Does he not know that Somalis are watching his every move? :mad:

I dont really agree with his viewpoint. He does manipulate alot of data. However I think alot of positives have come out of the collapse of government. Somali's went from a people who were nannied by Socialism to one the best capitalists and entrepreneurs. I think this will prove to be a huge advantage once Somalia is stabelized. This current government is very competent especially with Sharmarke. Inshallah we will see.

Interesting video.

like this or this?

I just said **** it because I was actually getting depressed thinking about the state of Somalis. I just focus on other things now and just pray the situation will change.

MY question is why they appointed an anthropologist and a historian as defence minister. Surely they could have appointed someone better suited.

what does tamarta mean?

This thread is for the the back ground of the new cabinet ministers. Short bio, education etc.Please share anything you know about any of the ministers. Also can some translate the Cabinet positions. Thanks 1 Raysalwasaare ku xigeen ahna Wasaaradda Kallumeysiga iyo Khayraadka Badda: Prof Abdiraxman Aden Ibrahim Ibbi 2 Raysalwasaare ku xigeen ahna Wasaaraadda Maaliyadda: Sharif Xassan Sheikh Aden 3 Raysalwasaare ku xigeen ahna Wasaaradda Tamarta iyo Shiidaalka: Abdiwaxid Cilmi Goonjeex 4 Wasaaradda Arrimaha Dibadda: Mohamed Abdulahi Omaar 5 Wasaaradda Gaashandhigga: Maxamad Cabdi Gandi 6 Wasaaradda Qorshaynta iyo Iskaashigga Caalamigga: Cabdiraxman Cabdishakur Warsame 7 Wasaaradda Dastuurka iyo Arrimaha Federaalka: Madoobe Nunow Maxamed 8 Wasaaradda Awqaafta iyo Arimaha Diinta Sheikh Ali Aadan 9 Wasaaradda Haweenka iyo Arrimaha Qoyska: Fowsiya Maxamed Sheikh 10 Wasaaradda Dhaqan Celinta iyo Naafada: Maxamed Cali Ibrahim 11 Wasaaradda Gargaarka Aadamiga: Dr Maxamud Cabdi Ibrahim 12 Wasaaradda Warfaafinta: Farxan Cali Maxamud 13 Wasaaradda Cilmi-baarista iyo Teknoolojiyada: Maxamed Cali Xagaa 14 Wasaaradda Caafimaadka: Qamar Aden Cali 15 Wasaaradda Shaqada iyo Shaqaalaha: Maxamed Abdi Xayir (Mareeye) 16 Wasaaradda Jaaliyadda Dibadda: Cabdullahi Axmed Cabdulle Azhari 17 Wasaaradda Wabarashada iyo Barbaarinta: Axmed Cabdullahi Waayel 18 Wasaaradda Howlaha Guud iyo Guriyenta: Maxamed Cabdi Yusuf 19 Wasaaradda Horumarinta Reer Miyiga: Khadija Maxamed diiriye 20 Wasaaradda Isboortiga iyo Dhallinyarada: Saleban Colaad Rooble 21 Wasaaradda Arrimaha Gudaha: Caduqadir Cali Cumar 22 Wasaaradda Amniggga Qaranka : Cumar Xashi Aden 23 Wasaaradda Xannaanada Xoolaha: Aboukar Cabdi Cusman 24 Wasaaradda Cadaalada iyo Garsoorka: Cabdiraxman Maxamud Farax Janaqow 25 Wasaaradda Beeraha: Xassan Maxamed Nuur Shati Gudud 26 Wasaaradda Dekadaha iyo Gaadidka Badda: Maxamed Ibrahim Xaabsade 27 Wasaaradda Hantida Qaranka iyo Qalabeynta: Maxamed Mursal 28 Wasaaradda Hiddaha iyo Tacliinta Sare: Prof Ibrahim Xassan Caddaow 29 Wasaaradda Macdanta iyo Biyaha: Cabdalla Boos Ahmed 30 Wasaaradda Dib u Dhiska: Xussein Ceelabe Fahiye 31 Wasaaradda Dalxiiska iyo Duur Jooga: Maxamed Xuseen Saciid 32 Wasaaradda Boostada iyo Isgaarsiinta: Cabdirazak Cusman Jurile 33 Wasaaradda Ganasiga: C/rashiid Ciro 34 Wasaaradda Warshadaha: Cabdiraxman Jamac 35 Wasaaradda Gadiidka Cirka iyo Dhulka: Cali Jamac Jangeli 36 Wasaaradda Deeganka iyo Ilaalinta Beyada: Burci Xamza

They have already changed their policy. THats why they are supporting Sh Sharif and moving away from the Ethiopians.

This the first time Ive ever heard of a Somali Athiest.

People that are comparing this government to the old tgf are forgetting a few things: Firstly the American administration has changed its failed policy on Somalia thanks to Sh Sharif. They are actually willing to negotiate with the Islamists hence they let Sh. Sharif Be president. They are moving away from Ethiopia and they actually want Somalia to have a government now. Sh. Sharif is not a traitor or a puppet. He has obviously made a deal with the US and he is looking at the Interests of Somalia as a nation. He is alot smarter than these ****** who want to keep fighting. HOw can the former chairman of the Islamic courts become a traitor? Somalia has seen enough fighting. Tens of thousands of people have been killed and millions have become homeless. The best way to deal with this now is through negotiation and peace. The ball is in Somalia's court. There are active negotiations going on and the opposition has made fair demands. Inshllah there will be an agreement reached soon. 2009 is Somalia's Year.

http://sirdoon.com/index.php?itemid=596 Good Read. This is the year for Somalia. The US has changed its policy and no more outside interference.

I start uni in the fall. I am going to take economics. I hope to one day get my phd and become a prof. I also want to be involved in the future Somali government. Minister of economic development or Minister of commerce Inshallah

What does somaliland say?

who does makhir belong too? If somaliland Seceded would they take mahkir? I understand that the ********** do not want to be apart of somaliland. Does puntland or somaliland recognize makhir state? trying to learn more. Thanks

http://www.hiiraan.com/op2/2008/aug/wasted_talent_ the_absence_of_somali_students_from_post_graduate_ education.aspx There is a huge somali community in the western world and in asia. Imagine of the majority of the somali youth in the developed countries focus on higher education. Most of the kids I see that finish high school don't go to univeristy or college. There is a minority of students that opt for post secondary. There is also an alarming amount of somali youth invloved in gangs.

what area were these pictures taken?

looooool at the flag.