Somalia
Resilience by the Indian Ocean
Overview
A Horn of Africa nation with the continent's longest coastline, rich pastoral traditions, and a society rebuilding stability after decades of conflict and clan division.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
637,657 km²
Capital
Mogadishu
Languages
Arabic, Somali
Currencies
Somali shilling (Sh)
At a Glance
19
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
14
Freedom
44
Security
0
Life Expectancy
54 yrs
Median Age
15.4 yrs
Urbanization
49%
Cost Index
40
Housing Index
11
Healthcare Access
17/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.9°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Luuq 29.3°C
2 Garbahaarrey 29.2°C
3 Saacow 28.6°C
4 Jilib 28.4°C
5 Dhuusamarreeb 28.3°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 33 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 12
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.53% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 24 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 85/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025