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The Somali woman who's become a global star on Instagram

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What's your stereotype of the Somali capital Mogadishu?

Whatever it is, chances are it's different from the view you get if you follow , externalUgaaso Abukar Boocow on Instagram.

She has 42,000 followers largely because of her irreverent take on Somali life.

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