Countries that border Somalia
Somalia shares land borders with 3 countries: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya. Tap any neighbour to see who it borders, or play the daily country game.
Somalia's neighbouring countries
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Key facts about Somalia
- CapitalMogadishu
- RegionEastern Africa
- Land borders3
- Area637,657 km²
- Population19,655,000
- ISO codeSO
Learning Somalia on the map
Knowing which countries border Somalia is one of the quickest ways to lock its position into memory. Try to place Somalia and its neighbours yourself in the country shape quiz — you guess from the outline, with distance and direction hints after every try.
Frequently asked questions
How many countries border Somalia?
Somalia borders 3 countries: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya.
Which countries share a border with Somalia?
The countries bordering Somalia are: Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya.
What is the capital of Somalia?
The capital of Somalia is Mogadishu.