Somaliland: HIBF Puts the Country in the International Literature Map

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An HIBF Volunteer explains things to a local journalist

Somalilandsun- Book lovers from around the world gathered in Somaliland’s capital city of Hargeysa early August for the eighth edition of the Hargeysa International Book Fair. From its humble origins, the book fair has grown into the premiere cultural event in the country. This year’s fair on the theme “space” also featured a new partnership, as international organization Women of the World (WOW) partnered with the book fair to incorporate several women-centered panels into the event. Continue reading