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Federal Republic of Somalia · Eastern Africa, Africa. Capital: Mogadishu.

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Somalia in magenta, neighbours in pink · ● capital

Somalia in context

Somalia is home to about 19.7 million people, 0.25% of the world's population, on 637,657 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 3 countries: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya.

Closest in size in Africa: compare Somalia and Central African Republic. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.

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Somalia FAQ

What is the capital of Somalia?

The capital of Somalia is Mogadishu.

What is the population of Somalia?

About 19.7 million people (19,655,000), which ranks 66th of 197 countries.

How big is Somalia?

Somalia covers 637,657 km² (246,201 sq mi), the 41st-largest country by area.

What continent is Somalia in?

Somalia is in Africa, in the Eastern Africa subregion.

What countries border Somalia?

Somalia borders 3 countries: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya.

What language is spoken in Somalia?

Official or national languages: Arabic, Somali.

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