About Mohamed Abshir Waldo
Mohamed Abshir Waldo was a journalist.
Mohamed Abshir Waldo (, ) was a prominent Somali journalist and political activist.
Career
Growing up as a camel herder, he eventually ended up at Columbia University during the Columbia University protests of 1968. He is a graduate of Columbia University Journalism School (MA in Mass Media, 1968).
In 1980s, he became Information Minister for the Somali Salvation Democratic Front and briefly served as the head of the organization.
Recent work
His recent writings on the remittance industry stem from his development work on micro-finance issues as well as his interest in regional rehabilitation through small-business initiatives. Waldo has written extensively on the Somali remittance industry.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mohamed Abshir Waldo?
Political activist and professional journalist
When was Mohamed Abshir Waldo born?
Mohamed Abshir Waldo was born in Somalia.
When did Mohamed Abshir Waldo die?
Mohamed Abshir Waldo died on 5 March 2016 in Nairobi.
What was Mohamed Abshir Waldo's occupation?
Mohamed Abshir Waldo was a journalist.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Mohamed Abshir Waldo
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