During the time of British Somaliland, there were only four settlements in this area: Buraan, El Dahir, Xubeera, and Hadaftimo.

The Somali Red Crescent Society established hospitals in four locations, including Bali busle, because the spread of diseases was recognized in the area from that time.

[6] In April 2008, diarrhea struck the area, killing 11 people and sickening more than 750 in four surrounding villages, including Bali busle.

[7] In November 2017, many malnourished children in Bali busle have been reported, and the Puntland Ministry of Health has been requested to assist with medical supplies.

[8] In May 2019, 100 (or 800[9]) soldiers of the 93rd Battalion of the Somaliland Army,[10] which had been ordered to attack the Badhan region, defected to Puntland in Bali busle.