Hiraab

Hiraab
هراب
Hawiye Somali clan
Flag of the Hiraab Imamate
EthnicitySomaliaSomali
LocationSomaliaSomalia
YemenYemen
KenyaKenya
EthiopiaEthiopia
Descended fromSheikh Ahmed Bin Abdulrahman Bin Uthman
Parent tribeHawiye
Branches
LanguageSomaliaSomali
Arab LeagueArabic
ReligionSunni Islam

The Hiraab clan (Somali: Hiraab, Arabic: هراب), is a prominent Somali clan belonging to the larger Hawiye clan. Renowned for its influential role, the Hiraab clan has produced numerous significant leaders within Somalia, including six presidents, the first president and prime minister of Somalia, and various other prominent figures. The clan's historical contributions include pioneering military leadership roles, and establishing a foundational influence in Somalia.

Mainly residing in central and southern Somalia, stretching from Galkayo to Kismaayo, the Hiraab clan also has a presence in Ethiopia and Kenya. Among their notable historical milestones, the Hiraab clan are the predominant inhabitants of Mogadishu, the capital city of Somalia. They have exerted substantial influence over the city, making substantial contributions across the city's diverse sectors.

Aden Abdulle Osman, the first President of Somalia
Abdullahi Issa Mohamud, the first PM of Somalia