Bay

Bay region spans across 35,156 square kilometers of land, with its capital Baidoa functioning as a central administrative and commercial district point.

The region emerged during Somalia's territorial reorganization in the 1970s, when the military government restructured the former Upper Juba territory into smaller administrative sections.

The Rahanweyn people represent the main population group in Bay region, maintaining traditional practices through urban, rural, and nomadic communities across five districts.

Bay connects to multiple Somali regions including Bakool, Hiran, Lower Shebelle, Middle Juba, and Gedo, facilitating regional trade and transportation networks.

The population distribution in Bay includes 93,046 urban residents, 463,330 rural inhabitants, 195,986 nomads, and 39,820 internally displaced persons.

Location: Somalia

Capital city: Baidoa

GPS coordinates: 3.07444,43.83528

Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:09