Electric Screen ads in Mogadishu

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cunug3aad

Beautiful technology but I am slightly worried that unchecked private development will lead to excess of these screen ads, somali brain is not adapted for phone screen much less times square
 
Rakoon

Rakoon

I recently had an interesting experience shopping in Mogadishu, and I wanted to share my thoughts on it.

I stopped by Hayat Market just to pick up some chocolate and candy for the kids. Nothing fancy. But when I got to the counter, I was shocked—the total was almost forty dollars for things that would normally cost ten to fifteen bucks in the West. But what really stood out to me wasn’t just the prices—it was the crowd. The place was packed. People weren’t just there to shop; they wanted to be seen shopping. I noticed something interesting—people carried their Hayat Market bags like a status symbol. It wasn’t just about what they bought; it was about showing they could shop there. It gave off the impression of being from the diaspora or working a good government job.

Later, I went to Dabka, a men’s clothing store, just to browse. Again, I was stunned—fifty to seventy dollars for a shirt that would cost twenty bucks in Canada. I asked the store clerk, “Who actually pays these prices?” And he told me, “People buy without hesitation.” He even said, “We don’t get a lot of customers, but when someone buys, one sale here is worth ten sales in Bakaara Market.” That blew my mind.

It really made me think—there’s a huge luxury market in Mogadishu that people don’t talk about enough. Some shoppers are looking for more than just products—they want status, exclusivity, and recognition. And they’re willing to pay for it.

For anyone thinking about investing or opening a business, this high-end market is definitely something to consider. While many focus on affordability, there’s a real demand for premium goods. Beneath the surface, Mogadishu has a thriving economy for those who want more than just necessities—they want a symbol of success.
 
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Rakoon said:
I recently had an interesting experience shopping in Mogadishu, and I wanted to share my thoughts on it.

I stopped by Hayat Market just to pick up some chocolate and candy for the kids. Nothing fancy. But when I got to the counter, I was shocked—the total was almost forty dollars for things that would normally cost ten to fifteen bucks in the West. But what really stood out to me wasn’t just the prices—it was the crowd. The place was packed. People weren’t just there to shop; they wanted to be seen shopping. I noticed something interesting—people carried their Hayat Market bags like a status symbol. It wasn’t just about what they bought; it was about showing they could shop there. It gave off the impression of being from the diaspora or working a good government job.

Later, I went to Dabka, a men’s clothing store, just to browse. Again, I was stunned—fifty to seventy dollars for a shirt that would cost twenty bucks in Canada. I asked the store clerk, “Who actually pays these prices?” And he told me, “People buy without hesitation.” He even said, “We don’t get a lot of customers, but when someone buys, one sale here is worth ten sales in Bakaara Market.” That blew my mind.

It really made me think—there’s a huge luxury market in Mogadishu that people don’t talk about enough. Some shoppers are looking for more than just products—they want status, exclusivity, and recognition. And they’re willing to pay for it.

For anyone thinking about investing or opening a business, this high-end market is definitely something to consider. While many focus on affordability, there’s a real demand for premium goods. Beneath the surface, Mogadishu has a thriving economy for those who want more than just necessities—they want a symbol of success.
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Definetly shopping for luxury, there’s a lot of somalis back home who can afford that and are willing to pay for the experience.
 
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