Hiraab هراب | |
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Hawiye Somali clan | |
Ethnicity | Somali |
Location | Somalia Yemen Kenya Ethiopia |
Descended from | Sheikh Ahmed Bin Abdulrahman Bin Uthman |
Parent tribe | Hawiye |
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Language | Somali Arabic |
Religion | Sunni Islam |
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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.