Qabsa
Qabsa is a town situated in the Sool region of Somaliland, within the administrative boundaries of the Jubbada Dhexe District. The settlement lies in the southwestern part of the Somaliland republic, along the main road that connects the regional capital of Las Anod to other surrounding communities. It is predominantly inhabited by members of the Dhulbahante clan, which constitutes the majority of the local population.
The town functions primarily as a local market centre for the surrounding pastoral and agricultural communities.
During the colonial and post‑colonial periods, Qabsa has witnessed various shifts in administrative status. It was
Qabsa has gained some recognition through local development initiatives aimed at improving water supply, road connectivity,