Rhamu

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Rhamu
Raamo Raaxa
Town
Nickname: 
Town of the sweet water
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Rhamu
Location in Kenya
Coordinates: 03°56′15″N41°13′13″E / 3.93750°N 41.22028°E / 3.93750; 41.22028
Country Flag of Kenya.svg Kenya
County Mandera County
Population
 (2019 census Estimate)[ citation needed ]
 • Total143,850

Rhamu (Somali : Raamo), known to the locals as "shantooley", is a town in the Mandera County of Kenya situated in the northeastern part of Kenya,along the River Dawa. The town lies within a semi-arid region characterized by dry and hot conditions, with limited rainfall and sparse vegetation. It is largely populated by the Degodia which forms majority of the Mandera north constituency settling in the wards of Ashabito,Guticha, Rhamu Dimtu,Rhamu town and Garre murule as well as a substantial settlement of somalis. The town was previously built by the british colonial administration.

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Rhamu is located at the international border between Kenya and Ethiopia.  Due to its proximity to Ethiopia, Rhamu has historically been a center for cross-border trade. Local traders engage in the exchange of goods, including livestock, agricultural products, and other commodities with their Ethiopian counterparts.

The town serves as the Headquarter of the vast Mandera north constituency.

Location

Rhamu is located in extreme northeastern Kenya, at the border with Ethiopia, approximately 76 kilometres (47 mi), by road, west of Mandera, where the headquarters of the county are located. [1] This lies approximately 940 kilometres (584 mi), by road, northeast of Nairobi, the capital and largest city in the country. [2] The coordinates of the town are:3°56'15.0"N, 41°13'13.0"E (Latitude:3.937499; Longitude:41.220277). [3]

Overview

In 1977, the town was the location of what became known as the Rhamu Incident. [4] More recently, in 2014, ethnic conflict erupted between the Degodia and Garre, with some of the combatants coming from neighbouring Ethiopia, across the Dawa River. At least twenty people died in that conflict, with an estimated 13,000 internally displaced from their homes. [5] [6] [7] [8] [9]

The Elwak–Mandera Road passes through the middle of town. Rhamu is serviced by Rhamu Airport. [10]

Population

In September 2014, the Kenya Red Cross estimated the population of the Rhamu at about 40,000. [5] Rhamu serves as a significant trading center for the surrounding rural communities. The population of the town consists primarily of ethnic Somali residents, with a mix of other ethnic groups present as well.

Economy

The economy of Rhamu is predominantly driven by trade and agriculture. The town serves as a hub for local farmers, livestock herders, and traders who bring their products to the local markets. Livestock, such as camels, goats, and sheep, play a crucial role in the livelihoods of the residents.

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References

  1. ↑ GFC (1 April 2016). "Distance between Rhamu, Mandera, Kenya and Mandera, Kenya". Globefeed.com (GFC). Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  2. ↑ GFC (1 April 2016). "Distance between Nairobi, Kenya and Rhamu, Mandera, Kenya". Globefeed.com (GFC). Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  3. ↑ "Location of Rhamu, Mandera County, Kenya" (Map). Google Maps . Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  4. ↑ Pg 86 - Husein Dualleh - From Barre to Aideed: Somalia : The agony of a nation
  5. 1 2 IRN (1 September 2014). "Red Cross to Kenyatta: send troops to quell clan clashes". Nairobi: Independent Radio News (IRN). Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  6. ↑ Hajir, Abdimalik (24 August 2014). "One dead as fighting escalates in Rhamu, Mandera". Daily Nation . Nairobi. Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  7. ↑ Maina, Kamore (26 August 2014). "Kenya: Two Dead in Rhamu Clan Violence". The Star (Kenya) via AllAfrica.com . Nairobi. Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  8. ↑ Star Reporter (28 August 2014). "Kenya: Rhamu Seat Sparks Violence in Mandera". The Star (Kenya) via AllAfrica.com . Nairobi. Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  9. ↑ WB (24 August 2014). "15 killed in renewed clan clashes in Kenya". World Bulletin (WB). Retrieved 1 April 2016.
  10. ↑ "Location of Rhamu Airport, Rhamu, Mandera County, Kenya" (Map). Google Maps . Retrieved 1 April 2016.

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