Majeerteen
The Majeerteen (Somali: Majeerteen, Arabic: ماجرتين; also spelled Majerteen, Macherten, Majertain, or Mijurtin) is a prominent Somali sub-clan of the Harti, which falls under the Darod clan. Traditionally, they inhabit extensive territories in the Bari, Nugaal, and Mudug regions of Somalia, spanning from Bosaso to Garacad, mainly in Puntland state. Additionally, Majeerteen populations are present in southern towns such as Kismayo.
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From historical luminaries to present-day leaders, these individuals exemplify the legacy of their tribe | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Somalia: Puntland
Jubaland Yemen Ethiopia Kenya Oman United Arab Emirates United States United Kingdom | |
| Languages | |
| Somali Osmaaniya, | |
| Religion | |
| Islam (Sunni) | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Dishiishe, Dhulbahante, Warsangali, Marehan, Ogaden and other Darod groups. |
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