Somalia's Main Stadium Hosts First Soccer Tournament in Three Decades

The event marks a significant step in efforts to revive public life in Somalia, despite ongoing threats from extremist group al-Shabab.

Somalia's main soccer stadium in Mogadishu is hosting its first soccer tournament in three decades, attracting thousands of spectators.
The stadium, which had been abandoned and later used as a military base during the civil war, has been restored by Somali authorities over several years.
The tournament marks a significant step in efforts to revive public life in Somalia, despite ongoing threats from extremist group al-Shabab.
Teams from several Somali regions are participating in the tournament, with Jubbaland beating Hirshabelle in a recent match.
The stadium has a heavy security presence, and many Somalis are willing to brave potential threats to attend the games.