The President of the Somali Regional State, Mustafe Muhumed Omar, officially launched the first children’s magazine written in the Somali language in Ethiopia at Duule Hotel.
The magazine, titled “Ubadsan”, has been developed by the Ethiopian Press Agency as part of efforts to promote children’s education and cultural development through native language content.
“Ubadsan” features a variety of materials including stories, poems, and educational entertainment, all designed to support the positive upbringing and learning of children. The publication is the result of extensive planning and preparation by the Ethiopian Press Agency.
Speaking at the launch event, President Mustafe Muhumed Omar expressed his strong appreciation for the initiative, noting that it marks the first time such a magazine has been produced in the Somali language within the country.
He emphasized that the magazine will help children learn about their culture, history, and global developments in their own language. He also highlighted its potential to make the Somali language more accessible to other communities across Ethiopia.
In addition to Somali, the magazine is also published in two other Ethiopian languages, namely Afaan Oromo and Amharic, further expanding its reach and impact.
