What is "galkayo"

Galkayo (, ), also known as Gallacaio or Rocca Littorio, is the capital of the north-central Mudug region of Somalia. According to UNHCR report "The city of Galkayo is divided into two areas". These two areas are separated by a distinct boundary, with the southern district governed by the Galmudug State and northern districts governed by Puntland Neighborhoods in the northern part of the city that is under Puntland control are Garsoor, Hormar and Israac. The southern part of the city that is Galmudug control has wadajir neighborhood .

Following independence, Galkayo was made the center of the Galkayo District. The city has grown considerably in recent times and serves as a commercial hub. , it has an estimated population of 137,667 inhabitants.