Renowned Somaliland Poet and Author, Saed Gahayr Dies in Hargeisa

Renowned Somaliland Author and Poet, Saed Mohamud Gahayr has passed away in Hargeisa after a period of hospitalization where he was undergoing treatment.

Saed Gahayr, born in 1986 in Hargeisa, was well-known for his literary contributions, particularly his acclaimed works “Samo Talis” and “Astaanta Nabadda,” the biography of Hajji Abdikarim Waraabe, a former distinguished traditional elder and member of Somaliland’s House of Elders.

In a recent Facebook post, Gahayr candidly shared his health struggles, revealing his battle with oxygen deficiency and a severe blood infection. He noted that this marked his first experience as a patient spending nights in a hospital, highlighting the gravity of his condition.

Aside from his literary achievements, Mr. Gahayr also made significant contributions as an educator, serving as a teacher in various high schools in Hargeisa for many years. He often regarded his teaching profession as his most meaningful service to the country.

The news of his passing has elicited an outpouring of condolences from numerous quarters, including politicians, fellow poets, authors, musicians, and the general public.