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'''Abwaan Cabdi Muxumed Amiin'''

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| '''Born''' || 1935 Gabiley, British Somaliland |-

| '''Died''' || November 3, 2008 (aged 73) Nairobi, Kenya |-

| '''Occupation''' || Poet, playwright, actor, political activist |-

| '''Nationality''' || Somali |-

| '''Notable works''' || ''Dhibaatada'', ''Qorraxdaa'', ''Gabadhii Ciise'' |- |}

'''Abwaan Abdi Muhumed Amin''' (Somali: '''Abwaan Cabdi Muxumed Amiin''', 1935 – November 3, 2008) was a renowned Somali poet, playwright, actor, and political activist known for his significant contributions to Somali literature and arts.

==Early Life== Born in Gabiley, British Somaliland in 1935 to a Gurgure family of Nabidoor Awbare Hassan, Abdi grew up in a period marked by the struggle for Somali independence. His early exposure to the cultural and political climate of his time profoundly influenced his later works.

==Career==

===Poetry and Drama=== Amiin's poetry was deeply patriotic and often served as a critique of the political governance in Somalia. Some of his notable works include:

• ''Dhibaatada'' - A play addressing the hardships faced by Somalis.
• ''Qorraxdaa'' - A poem reflecting on the sun as a metaphor for hope and enlightenment.
• ''Gabadhii Ciise'' - A drama that intertwines religious themes with Somali folklore.

He was not only a writer but also an actor, often performing his own works, which helped in spreading his messages through both written and oral traditions.

===Political Activism=== Amiin was an active participant in Somalia's independence movement. His political engagement didn't end with independence, as he continued to critique post-colonial governments. His outspokenness resulted in his arrest in 1964 and again in 1989 under the dictatorial regime of Siad Barre.

==Imprisonment and Exile== His critiques of the government led to his imprisonment, where he continued to write, using his poetry as a form of resistance. After his release, he lived in exile in Kenya, where he continued his literary work until his death.

==Legacy== Amiin's legacy in Somali literature is profound. His works are studied in Somali schools, and his plays are still performed. He is remembered for using art as a tool for political and social commentary, bringing attention to the plight of the Somali people and the need for change.

==Death== Abwaan Cabdi Muxumed Amiin passed away on November 3, 2008, in Nairobi, Kenya, leaving behind a rich body of work that continues to inspire Somali artists and activists.

==Selected Works==

• ''Dhibaatada'' (The Trouble)
• ''Qorraxdaa'' (This Sun)
• ''Gabadhii Ciise'' (The Daughter of Jesus)

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