Somali Warriors (Istunka)
African Warrior Class
Traditional Somali warriors of Afgooye, famous for the festival mock stick battle Istunka.
Quick Facts
Date of BirthAntiquity
EraAntiquity–present
Country of OriginSomalia (Afgooye)
Rank / TitleIstunka Traditional Stick Fighting Heritage
Active Years1600–present
Biography
Somali warriors of the Geledi Sultanate preserved Istunka (Dabshid), a team-based stick fighting tournament held annually in Afgooye to test youth bravery and resolve agricultural disputes.