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Madasha

Madasha is a Minnesota-based news, opinion, analysis and political discourse forum focusing on Minnesota's growing Somali community. Bearing in mind that Somali's Diaspora is connected to its homeland, Madasha looks to publish content that will refine the discourse on a united and prosperous Somalia. From academia, Madasha will publish relevant information from local, national and international governments and other institutions.

Run by volunteers, Madasha will provide a platform for both aspiring and seasoned Somali journalists to share their work.

http://www.madasha.com

Somali-Americans worry about how to help their loved ones in Somalia

By Mohamed Hassan, Madasha

Many in the Somali community worry that they may be accused of supporting terrorist organization as they try to help families, relatives, and friends in Somalia. "If you send even as little as $100 to a relative... you might be accused of supporting a terrorist group," said Said Sheik-Abdi, a Minneapolis-based Somali writer.MORE »

Ramadan and Minnesota Muslims

By Mohamed Hassan, Madasha

Every year millions of Muslims around the world engage in a monthlong fasting to fulfill one of the pillars of Islam. Upon reaching the age of puberty, Muslims with few exceptions must fast the month of Ramadan from dawn to dusk.  MORE »

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