Odweyne

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Odweyne
—  Town  —
Country  Somalia
Region Togdheer
Time zone EAT (UTC+3)

Odweyne is a town in the northwestern Togdheer province of Somaliland, a self-declared republic that is internationally recognized as an autonomous region of Somalia.

[edit] Overview

Odweyne is the capital of the Odweyne District. From Gatitalay onwards, the town is surrounded by mountains, lakes and farms.

[edit] Demographics

As of 2009, the city has a population of about 170,000 inhabitants.

The Habar Yoonis sub-clan of the Isaaq Somali are especially well-represented.

[edit] References

Coordinates: 9°24′N 45°04′E / 9.4°N 45.067°E / 9.4; 45.067


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