Dalweyn is a town in the Bari province of the autonomous Puntland region in northeastern Somalia.
Dalweyn
دلوين | |
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Town | |
Dalweyn | |
Nickname: Dhulkii Nabbada | |
Coordinates: 10°16′N 49°04′E / 10.267°N 49.067°E | |
Country | ![]() |
Region | Bari |
Time zone | UTC+3 (East Africa Time) |
History
editThe town was first established by Bile Nuur, a well-known leader hailing from the Reer Zakariye sub-clan of the Dashiishe Darod.
Geography
editDalweyn is situated about 140 kilometres south of Bosaso, near the district of Waiye. It is strategically located and is rich in natural resources.
Demographics
editThe town has a population of about 800 inhabitants.
References
edit10°16′N 49°04′E / 10.267°N 49.067°E