Today, late afternoon, we drove a few kilometres behind the capital to see the milking of camels. Camels have historically been central to Somali culture, symbolising status and pride. Camel farms in Somaliland, particularly in Hargeisa, are a significant part of the nation’s cultural heritage that is now evolving into modern commercial operations. They are a growing industry focused on milk production for local consumption and even on developing value-added products like yoghurt, and are considered the country’s “crude oil” due to their economic importance.
