Entertainment
Mama Malyun Names and Shames
By Hassan M. Abukar The arrival of social media in conservative Somalia has prompted the rise of smart, educated, activists who have become champions for the voiceless. However, the medium has also led to the emergence of a different class … Continued
Poet Warsan Shire Is the Next Beyoncé-Backed Literary Sensation
By PATRICIA GARCIA Before any of the multiple directors, producers, or collaborators were credited at the end of Lemonade, Beyoncé paid tribute to Warsan Shire, the Kenya-born, Somali-British poet whose prose is read throughout the film. By now we know … Continued
The Lobby: A Fathia Absie Film
By Hassan M. Abukar Title: The Lobby Running Time: 56.59 minutes Status: Limited Release Country: United States Directed, written and produced by Fathia Absie Cast: Doug Sydney and Fathia Absie —— Several years ago, Fathia Absie made a compelling documentary, … Continued
Somali Youth in Nairobi Make Films to Promote Peace Via Social Media
By Moulid Hujale As the world celebrates the international day of peace, Somali youth around the world are making efforts to contribute to peace in their country by creating forums and programs that bring them together in the spirit of … Continued
Captain Philips: A sad ending for young Somali Pirates exploited by hidden forces
By Ali H Abdulla “History is written by the victors” Winston Churchill. I watched Captain Philips recently and I walked away from the movie with a sense of betrayal. Like Black Hawk down, it was Hollywood style propaganda for the … Continued
Films
[column col=”1/2″][vimeo height=”400″ width=”400″]http://vimeo.com/30980656[/vimeo] [/column] Nasro’s Journey [column col=”1/2″]The Story of a Somali refugee who fled her War-torn home country with her family and settled in Columbus, Ohio.[/column]
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