I’m a lucky girl. Despite being a relatively obscure blogger, I’m in a fortunate position of having access to an amazing network of Somali intellectuals, writers, journalists, and film makers, who not only continue to push us harder, but act as a source of inspiration for many of our media pieces here at AfroLens. I’ve…

Words of Wisdom from Dalai Lama

The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity, answered “Man! Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health. And then he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present; the result being that he does not live … Continue reading →

You Complain that I am an Immigrant?

I randomly came across this on someone’s Facebook status: Your car is German. Your vodka is Russian. Your pizza is Italian. Your kebab is Turkish. Your democracy is Greek. Your coffee is Brazilian. Your movies are American. Your tea is Asamese. Your shirt is Indian. Your oil is Saudi Arabian. Your electronics are Chinese. Your … Continue reading →

Population count is incorrect or is it just me?

I came across this random stat: “The 2001 census identified 33,725 Somalis living in Canada. About half, 17,380, reside in Toronto. Their patterns of immigration date back to the 1970s when many came to Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal. Most came as refugees and settled in Toronto because of the huge Somali community there.” (http://www.diversitywatch.ryerson.ca/backgrounds/somalis.htm) I … Continue reading →

Qamuus (Dictionary)

Qamuuskay ba iga maqaan. Yan ku eedaya? Waba yab? Af somaaliga waxaa ii barey waba asaga. La’aantis wa dhib. Walayal. Qamuus cusuub baan u bahanahay. Ya ii gadi doona. Qoofki ii gado waxey heelo doonan. Qaado oo Federation oo baris iyo basto mushakil aah. Waxey dooran karan, hilib chicken isteak ama  ribs oo caloosha  uu … Continue reading →

Tarrus Riley – SHAKA ZULU PICKNEY – Official Music Video

I absolutely love this song. The lyrics are so profound and has been on repeat for the last few days.  Enjoy my family! Shaka Zulu Queen aka Nomadic Empress Marcus Garvey family Ancestors no leave me Nyabinghi, Boboshanti Ai yai yai yai yai, yai yai yai yai yai O o o whoaaaaaoooo A yai yai … Continue reading →

Qabiil

Qabiilo..maantay maxaad ii tartaay? Walaalahay sookaayo baad ii keyntay laakin kuuwii aan iskuu aaf, iis kuu dhaqan, iskuu deen, iskuu wijii, iskuu hoyo, waad iiga dhiishay. Mantaay Qabiilo waan kuu fuuray!! Dhinbii, xuuman, ooyiin, iyo beyr xanuun uun bayaa igu sabiisay. Qabiilo Qurankii wuxuu kuu yirii mantaay madaa kaa so bixiin. Walaaltinimo iyo iis garaasho uun … Continue reading →

Her Story Tale

Hello WORLD!   Two of my friends started up this blog. Read! As these young females showcase fusions of their Muslim-Afro-Somali identity. http://herstorytale.tumblr.com/

Unemployed and in Toronto??

The FREE, paid training ($10.25/hr, 35 hrs/week) course will instruct youth on job search skills development for 4 weeks, with the goal of assisting them in securing full-time employment. Please be advised that our contact information has changed. If you know any eligible youth who could benefit from a high commitment training program, they can … Continue reading →

WELCOME TO SOMALIA TOOSOO

Something new! A new beginning? I hope so Check it out! Somalia Toosoo is a blog spotlighting individuals within the Somali community who serve as role models to both the young and old.   http://somaliatoosoo.com/