5 stories
Hargeisa Gold Merchant
She sells gold in Hargeisa's jewelry souk—a thick ebony widow who adorns brides. When he comes sourcing traditional jewelry, she offers her expertise. Some expertise sparkles in private.
Hargeisa Hotel Manager
She manages the finest hotel in Hargeisa—a thick ebony widow who hosts diaspora and diplomats. When he arrives for an extended stay, she offers hospitality. Some hospitality exceeds expectations.
Hargeisa Money Transfer
She runs a hawala in Hargeisa—a thick ebony widow who moves money across continents. When he comes studying informal finance, she offers insights. Some transactions are off the books.
Hargeisa University Professor
She teaches history at Hargeisa University—a thick ebony widow educating Somaliland's future. When he comes to research his family, she offers guidance. Some lessons are private.
Qurbaha Nights
Qurbaha means the diaspora in Somali. When he returns from America to visit Hargeisa, his father's thick second wife welcomes him home. His father is busy with business, but she's not busy at all. The diaspora boy learns what Somali hospitality really means.