In more informal settings, like being at home, Somali women typically wear baati. A baati is a long dress-like wear that is made out of comfortable polyester. Married women tend to sport head-scarves referred to as shash, and also often cover their upper body with a shawl known as garbasaar.

How do Somalis greet each other?

A: The most common way that Somalis greet each other is by saying As-salamu alaykum, which means Peace and blessing be upon you. The phonetic pronunciation is ah-salam-ooh all-eye-koom.

What are womens rights in Somalia?

Somalia has extremely high rates of maternal mortality, rape, cases of female genital mutilation, violence against women and child marriage. Womens access to justice is restricted both within the formal, clan based and sharia-based judicial systems. Women face limited access to economic resources and assets.

Is education free in Somalia?

Since declaring independence in 1991, local authorities in Somaliland have sought to restore and expand their education services, and in 2011 established free primary education within the region.

Why do Arabs shake hands?

Arab men may shake hands very gently. If an Arab does not touch someone he greets, it is usually because he perceives the person is unaccustomed to being touched. To kiss ones forehead or right hand denotes extreme respect, but it is not acceptable for a male to kiss a female in this manner if they are not related.