Madhiban
Sign in to saveAlso known as Midgan, Midgaan, Mitjan, Muse Dheri, Gaboye, Maxamed Gorgaarte, Mohamed Gorgaarte
The Madhiban (Somali: Madhibaan, Arabic:مطيبان, also spelled ماديبان, Madeban, Madebaan, or Madebban) alternately known as Reer Sheikh Madhibe or Mohammed Gorgaarte, are a prominent Somali sub-clan of the Gorgaarte, which belongs to the Hawiye conglomerate of clans. They are scattered throughout the Horn of Africa, with the majority residing in the northern part of Somalia (Somaliland, North Eastern and Puntland) .
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34 sectionsContents
- Etymology
- Distribution
- Marginalization
- Historical
- Kacaan
- ICU
- Modern
- History
- Medieval
- Makhzumi dynasty
- Medical History
- Traditional Medical Roles
- Transmission of Knowledge
- Surgical Practices
- Maternal and Infant Care
- Poison Knowledge
- Resistance Against Colonialism
- Early Anti-Colonial Efforts
- Resistance in Central and Southern Somalia
- Contributions to the Dervish Movement
- Madhibaan in Harar
- Historical Presence
- Contributions to Medicine
- Artisanship and Farming
- Demographics
- Culture
- Af-Caloowe
- Notable Madhiban
- Politicians
- Musicians
- Groups
- References
- Bibliography
- External links
The Madhiban (Somali: Madhibaan, Arabic:مطيبان, also spelled ماديبان, Madeban, Madebaan, or Madebban) alternately known as Reer Sheikh Madhibe or Mohammed Gorgaarte, are a prominent Somali sub-clan of the Gorgaarte, which belongs to the Hawiye conglomerate of clans. They are scattered throughout the Horn of Africa, with the majority residing in the northern part of Somalia (Somaliland, North Eastern and Puntland) .
The Madhibaan traditionally consist of hunters, artisans skilled in ironworking, producers of goods such as weapons, leather products, textiles, and silver ornaments, traditional surgeons and doctors, and farmers. They were also nomadic and engaged in trade. Their influence extends across the Horn of Africa, reflecting their significant impact on Somali society and the broader region's economic and cultural landscape.