Current situation
Somalia is kept here for reference only. The information below is the most recent available record and predates the situation described above; figures such as population reflect the last data gathered before the current crisis and may no longer describe Somalia today.
Overview
Somalia is a country in Africa, with its capital at Mogadishu.
Key facts
| Country | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Currency | SOS |
About the country
Somalia is a country in Africa.
The capital city is Mogadishu.
Practical information
The currency is the SOS (Shilling).
The main languages spoken are Somali, Arabic, English.
Traffic drives on the right.
Cities in Somalia
Among the places worth a look in Somalia are Mogadishu, Hargeysa, Bosaso, Gaalkacyo, Beledweyne, Baidoa, Marka, Borama, Burao and Garoowe — each has its own guide and sits on the globe for trip-planning.
Exploring the country
A trip to Somalia usually combines a gateway city with a run into the surrounding region; start on the globe to see how the pieces link up by air, road, rail or sea.
Regions & places
Sources & method
- GeoNames country — currency, languages, capital · retrieved 2026-08-12T15:10:01+00:00
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.