#Somali history

[beerlula-00]

Cadraddii ammaan lehe

Carshigii jamaalkaan

U caleemo saaraye

I praise her.

I crown her with garlands.

- Maxamad Xaashi Dhamac ‘Gaariye’

[panafrocore]

Instunka: The Mock-Combat Ritual of Somali New Year

In the vibrant tapestry of Somali culture, Instunka stands out as a captivating tradition that combines martial arts, ritual, and community celebration. This mock-combat ritual, contested during holidays in Somalia, particularly during Somali New Year, has deep historical roots, tracing back to the Sultanate of Geledi between the late 17th and 19th centuries. Let’s take a closer look at this…

[siouxsiesiouxsextoy]

Billao swords or in somali “billaawe” was used in the dervish movement in 1899 - 1920. It’s worn around the waist. The handel is usually made of buffalo horn and sheath is sheepskin.

[blackqueernotables]

Sumaya Ysl: one of the earliest Somalis to come out as trans.

[vintage-old-hollywood]

Iman

[magnoliamyrrh]

thats why it hurts my brain too when ppl have intense ass arguments abt what race specific "hard to classify" groups are

the balkans are just one example of this bc weve been considered a bunch of shit throughout history and we exist in a weird position always but. there are So Many ethnic groups and regions of the world which are like this

and ppl will go on entire things with the upmost seriousness trying to "race" whatever ethnicity when its like....... dude do you not understand.... does the entire argument itself not make you see.... this is all made up and this conversation makes no damn sense bc there isnt actually any sort of biological basis that this shit is based on ,, ,,, race is Largely some bullshit made up for the sake of oppression and youre trying So Hard to shove ppl into it instead of understanding the complexities of the situation...why..... pls stop

[deadassdiaspore]

On this Puntland day, let’s celebrate the Somali script invented by Osman Yusuf Kenedid, son of the Sultan of Hobyo.

𐒖𐒐𐒐𐒗 𐒔𐒖 𐒚 𐒒𐒖𐒄𐒖𐒇𐒘𐒘𐒈𐒂𐒙.

[the-wannabe-philosopher]

this is honestly really interesting because it's not just world wars- it's history in general. tell me why it's so difficult to speak to any "history buff" war fanboy about non eurocentric histories. I'll be talking about the Indian caste system or the open Nepali-indian border or the Zhao Jianmin Spy Case and they will quite literally CHANGE THE TOPIC to something eurocentric. There is more, so much more to history than learning about machinery used for warfare. and it's honestly devastating because learning about history is so beneficial to today, a time where misinformation is constantly rife, but people really don't care enough to listen to what doesn't directly relate to them. i am one hundred million thousand percent sure that learning about the Rwandan Genocide in 1994 or the Somali and Nigerian civil wars or literally any form of history that isn't moved forward solely by the motivations of the white man is more beneficial to today than like. guns from 1945. but okay Chad. do what you'd like.

why are straight white guys so obsessed with world war 2

[lightdancer1]

This is the answer to why the news every so often notes US drone strikes in Somalia, incidentally:

If people really gave a shit as to why the US does periodic drone strikes into Somalia they could easily find it, but they don't because that would require treating African events as things that matter for themselves. And to most of today's TikTok radicals they would sooner die than admit that their obsession with Palestine instead of UHC or free college is just a trend, and that there is, in fact, no actual concern with the events of this part of the world Al-Shabaab itself is the last trace of the decades of anarchy in Somalia, the local Al-Qaeda spinoff....and those US drone strikes are used to help a reviving state with a still-fragile army do what the state itself cannot, entirely, on its own and is perfectly willing to ask the US taxpayer and US missiles to do for it so it doesn't have to try.

[thegetdownrebooter]

GRAMMY AWARD WINNER K‘NAAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[beerlula-00]

Kolkaad gelin is-dhugateen

Guluubkaagii shiikhoo

Dib-u guradku waa baqe?

When you and she exchanged glances just now,

It was you who grew pale, it was you who shrank

- Maxamad Xaashi Dhamac ‘Gaariye’

[panafrocore]

The History of the Adal Sultanate in the Horn of Africa

The Adal Sultanate, also known as the Adal Empire or Bar Saʿad dīn, was a significant medieval Sunni Muslim Empire located in the Horn of Africa. Founded by Sabr ad-Din III on the Harar plateau in Adal after the fall of the Sultanate of Ifat, it flourished from around 1415 to 1577. At its zenith, the polity under Sultan Badlay controlled a vast territory stretching from Cape Guardafui in Somalia…

[akanarchive]

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[bobcatmoran]

So with Tim Walz, governor of my home state, as the VP nominee (and news stories about him/Minnesota coming out of the woodwork) here's some stuff that will probably be helpful to know over the next 3 months:

The Minnesota Democratic party is, due to a 1944 party merger with the local Farmer-Labor party, the Democratic-Farmer-Labor party, or DFL for short. Local media refers to them as such.

Speaking of local media, we have two major local newspapers: the Star Tribune out of Minneapolis (Strib for short) and the somewhat smaller Pioneer Press out of St. Paul.

Minneapolis and St. Paul are the Twin Cities. They're next to each other, but woe betide you if you mistake one for the other. Minneapolis is the larger of the two, with the more vibrant nightlife and history as a flour milling hub, while St. Paul is the state capital, home to lots of liberal arts colleges and a significant Asian-American population, mostly the Karen ethnic group from Myanmar and Hmong.

Other reputable local news sources include MinnPost (online indie news site), the Minnesota Reformer (unashamedly leftist and pro-union), and Sahan Journal (focused on stories affecting the local immigrant and minority communities). We also have Minnesota Public Radio, or MPR for short, one of the largest NPR affiliates in the nation with a pretty solid local news arm. Bring Me the News is rarely a source of breaking news, but what they do report on is solid.

Alpha News is not a reputable local news source. They're far right wing and have a *cough* casual relation with reporting on actual events.

About 1% of Minnesota's population are Somali/Somali-Americans, concentrated in Minneapolis, especially the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. They're a major target of local racism and Islamophobia, by conservative assholes. The nonsense rumor over Minnesota's new flag being based on the Somali flag (because…uh…blue? and star?) stems from that particular local brand of xenophobia.

It's "Hot Dish." "Casserole" is the name of the type of cooking utensil you make Hot Dish in.

[forafricans]

AI generated photos rendered by Sharq Afrik (a visual project by Adam Omar and Ahmed Mekki)

“Before the Storm: Examining the Significance of Photo Studios and the Tradition of Physical Photo Albums

Since the invention of the camera, photography has consistently played a pivotal role in preserving moments and presenting them to both contemporary viewers and future generations. Reflecting on its historical context, during colonial times, photography was predominantly a lens held by outsiders. However, in the postcolonial and independent era, photo studios owned by Somalis or residents native to these lands took center stage. Postcolonial these studios provided a unique opportunity for people to capture themselves without the intrusion of colonial voyeurism.

This newfound ability to document oneself held great value, especially for those with family members living abroad. In an era when digital connectivity wasn't readily available, visiting a photo studio meant more than just a simple snapshot. It involved dressing up for the occasion, creating multiple copies of photographs, and sending them to absent family members. These photographs included names and dates, making them a cherished record of family history. They were often added to family albums, which were carefully passed down through generations.

With the assistance of AI, it's intriguing to contemplate what might have transpired if these photo studios had been preserved and continued to be an enduring tradition within Somali families. The preservation of such studios and the continued practice of maintaining physical photo albums could offer unique insights into the evolution of families, culture, and identity over generations.”