Somaliland Exhibits Ancient Maps from World War II

Officials of the Hargeisa Cultural Center in Somaliland have unveiled historical maps from World War II defining boundaries of the Horn of Africa countries and areas of each country’s natural resources.

The officials of the Hargeisa Cultural Center of Somaliland have revealed historical ancient maps from World War II expounding the earliest boundaries of the Horn of Africa states. These ancient maps elaborate more about the regions of each country’s natural resources.

This exhibition ceremony which will continue for 30 days has been attracted a large number of young people and adults who wish to study these historical maps.

In an exclusive interview with CBA, the Director General of Hargeisa Cultural Center Eid Hassan Muse said the main purpose of this exhibition is to let the people of Somaliland learn more about their past history.

This is an exhibition of ancient maps which will run for 30 days and many will come to see them on display. This is part of our usual activities that we do for the public and our last exhibition was concerning Lasgeel. The main purpose of this is for the people of Somaliland to learn more about their past history.

The Director General highlighted that these historical maps are written in Italian language, but a qualified interpreter is available at the Center to assist the public.