Malfado: renowned afaan Boran Musicologist

The best entertainer of the Borana and Oromo ethnic groups in the olden days was the famous dramaturgist, vocalist, and guitarist Malfado who spoke both Borana and Somali tongues.

Malfado was a social man who made many friends regardless of his comrades' ethnicity. With his slim features, smart character, and refined behavioral mannerisms, Malfado was the only recognizable musician among Somalis and Boranas in Kenya in his heydays.

In 1983 in Maqdi Shah, Malfado and his wife were our honorable guests at our residence in the famous Hawlwadaag Suburb.

May Allaah admit him to Jannatul Firdows. He passed away after retiring from music and other entertainments altogether.

Was Malfado a Borana or Ajuran? Yes, he was Ajuran.