Somalia Country Overview

Federal Republic of Somalia Country Overview

Somalia Country Overview. The official name is the Federal Republic of Somalia. It is also referred to as Somalia. Formerly known as the Somali Democratic Republic.  Somalia gained Independence on July 1st, 1960.

African map highlighting Federal Republic of Somalia location.

1. Where is Federal Republic of Somalia located?
   

   Somalia is located in north eastern Africa. Somalia borders the following countries; bordered by Ethiopia to the west, and Kenya to the southwest.

2. What is the capital of Federal Republic of Somalia?

   The Capital of  Somalia is Mogadishu. Mogadishu is the largest  city in the Somalia.

3. How large is the country of Federal Republic of Somalia?

   Somalia has 637,657 square kilometers of land (246,201 sq mi).

4. Is Federal Republic of Somalia a member of the African Union?
   

   Somalia is a a member of the African Union. It has been a member shine May 25th, 1963.

1. What is the population of Federal Republic of Somalia?
   

   The population of Somalia is approximately 15.8 million as of 2020. The most populated city in Somalia is Mogadishu with a population of 2.3 million approx. (2020).

2. What are the Ethnic groups in Federal Republic of Somalia?

   As of 2019, the estimated breakdown of ethnic groups are; Somali 85%, Bantu and other non-Somali 15%.

3. How many languages are spoken in Federal Republic of Somalia?

   The most popular languages spoken in Somalia are Somali, Arabic, Italian, and English.

4. What religions are in Somalia?
   

   Somalia religious groups consist of Sunni Muslim (Islam), indigenous beliefs and others.

1. Federal Republic of Somalia Political System Overview.

   Somalia is a Federal Parliament. The country has 18 (gobolka) administrative regions. Federal Republic of Somalia Country Overview.

2. What is the currency used in Federal Republic of Somalia?

   The Somali shilling (SOS) is the official currency for Somalia.

3. What makes up the economy in Federal Republic of Somalia?

   Somalia’s resources and industries consist of; maize, cane, fruit, sorghum, cassava, vegetables, camel milk, milk, sheep milk, goat milk, and sugar.

All numerical data are estimates. Information may vary after the date of this article.