Mogadishu , the capital of war - torn Somalia , is experiencing an economic renaissance . Entrepreneurs hope tourists will return to the city . Both real estate and tourism sectors are growing as well as economic optimism . And despite the long list of challenges , Mogadishu businessmen like Osman are hopeful of a brighter future . The resurgence is partly boosted by a Somali diaspora .
Mogadishu , the capital of war - torn Somalia , is experiencing an economic renaissance . Entrepreneurs hope tourists will return to the city . Both real estate and tourism sectors are growing as well as economic optimism . The resurgence is partly boosted by a Somali diaspora .