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A Milestone for Somali-Finnish Cinematic Voices: Naima Mohamud's Historic Achievement On a momentous day in Haugesund, Norway, Naima Mohamud graced the stage at the prestigious 2024 New Nordic Films event, illuminating the path for future generations of filmmakers. Her debut feature, Halima, secured extraordinary funding from the Finnish Film Foundation, not only marking her as the first Black Finnish woman to direct a feature-length film, but also exemplifying a transformative moment in the industry. Mohamud stood poised…

As we navigate through an increasingly digital world, Africa finds itself at the forefront of a remarkable transformation within the iGaming sector. Currently recognized as one of the fastest-growing frontiers in this industry, projections suggest an annual growth rate of approximately 5–6% through the remainder of the decade. The surge in connectivity, coupled with the widespread adoption of fintech solutions, has enabled online gambling platforms to engage a continually expanding audience. A fascinating trend…

Journalists Wali Hashi (left) and Horio Abdulkadir (right), fluent in Somali, are set to helm Yle's fresh new Somali-language news service, a beacon scheduled to shine from September 2024. This initiative is crafted to bolster integration and deliver dependable newsworthy nuggets to Finland's burgeon-ing Somali-speaking populace. Kudos to Benjamin Suomela & Juha Laukkanen for the snap.HELSINKI, Finland (AX) — Come September 23, 2024, Yle Uutiset is all set to unveil a Somali-lingo news service tailored for Finland's…