Hobyo

Hobyo is located in Somalia's Mudugh region. In addition, it serves as Somalia's administrative hub and is situated in the country's center. Since before Somalia gained its independence, Hobyo has gained a fair amount of notoriety.

The Ajuran Empire established Hobyo as a coastal outpost in the thirteenth century. The Hawiye successfully overthrew the Ajuran Sultanate, which had ruled Hobyo since the 13th century, in the late 17th century and founded an independent Hiraab Imamate. The Imam of Hawiye is a hereditary position that is customarily held by a member of the first-born branch, claims Bernhard Helander of Uppsala University.

Due to its location close to the sea and in a coastal area, this well-known city in Somalia also attracts a sizable number of tourists. Hobyo, which means "that is-has water," is a name. The name of the city was given to it as a result of its location. Hobyo in Somalia is the driving force behind the country's successful maritime industry.