Somali – Teatime in Mogadishu

Ahmed’s discussion of traditional Somali/Islamic peacemaking and restorative justice methods raises thought-provoking questions on gospel and culture. Ahmed’s passion for peace with and within Islam is of huge importance for Christian-Muslim relations. –Dr. John Azumah, Director, Centre for Islamic Studies, London (UK) School of Theology

An inspiring testimony to the tremendous impact of growing up in a loving family of faith, and of Ahmed’s choice to live a Christ-centered life. Ahmed is a model of peacemaking in a pluralistic religious context. –Arli Klassen, Executive Director, Mennonite Central Committee, Akron, PA

Ahmed Ali Haile was born in Bulo Burte, Somalia, into a loving Muslim family. He became a devout young student of the Qu’ran. Then, at a tumultuous time in his country’s history, he discovered Jesus Christ and the transforming power of his love. He later turned down the opportunity for political advancement in his country and left for Kenya and later to the United States. Ahmed pursued degrees related to community development with special focus in peace and conflict transformation. In 1982, desiring to help his homeland, he traveled back to Somalia to work in development and peace among his people. He married Martha J. Wilson in 1987 and they established a home in Somalia. For fifteen years Ahmed taught peace studies at Daystar University in Nairobi, Kenya. The family returned to the United States in 2009 and settled in Glendale, Wisconsin.