Dalweyn

Dalweyn is a town in the Bari province of the autonomous Puntland region in northeastern Somalia.

Dalweyn
دلوين
Town
Dalweyn
Nickname: 
Dhulkii Nabbada
Dalweyn is located in Somalia
Dalweyn
Dalweyn
Location in Somalia
Dalweyn is located in Horn of Africa
Dalweyn
Dalweyn
Location in the Horn of Africa
Dalweyn is located in Africa
Dalweyn
Dalweyn
Location in Africa
Coordinates: 10°16′N 49°04′E
Country Somalia
RegionBari
Time zoneUTC+3 (East Africa Time)

History

The town was first established by Bile Nuur, a well-known leader hailing from the Reer Zakariye sub-clan of the Dashiishe Darod.

Geography

Dalweyn is situated about 140 kilometres south of Bosaso, near the district of Waiye. It is strategically located and is rich in natural resources.

Demographics

The town has a population of about 800 inhabitants.

References

10°16′N 49°04′E


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