Waiye
Waiye (Somali: Waaciye) is a town in the Bari province of the autonomous Puntland region in northeastern Somalia.[1][2]
Waiye | |
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Town | |
 Overview picture of Waiye town | |
  Waiye | |
| Coordinates: 10°00′N 49°02′E | |
| Country |  Somalia |
| Region | Bari |
| District | Waiye |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Ishaq Ahmed Hassan |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
Overview
Waiye is situated in the Waiye District of the Bari province. Waiye has a number of academic institutions. According to the Puntland Ministry of Education, there are 10 primary schools in the Waiye District. Among these are Faruuq, Jurile, Khalid Binuwalid and Waiye Primary.[3] Secondary schools in the area include Waiye Secondary.[4]
Municipality
The town's affairs are managed by the local government. Its leadership is appointed by members of the area's councillors.
Notes
- Morooka, Iman (April 28, 2011). "Rural water system helps alleviate impact of drought in Somalia- Waiye borehole is now operational". Retrieved September 15, 2019.
- "Somalia: Welcoming Rallies for Puntland Leader in Waiye District". Retrieved November 28, 2012.
- "Puntland - Primary schools". Ministry of Education of Puntland. Retrieved 26 May 2013.
- "Puntland - Secondary schools". Ministry of Education of Puntland. Retrieved 26 May 2013.
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