About Ali Matan Hashi
Lived 1927 – 1978 (aged 50–51). Ali Matan Hashi was a Somali politician, military officer and aircraft pilot.
Ali Matan Hashi (1927–1978; , ), also known as Ali Matan,
History Ali Matan was born in Hobyo into a Marehan Darod family in the Mudug Region of Somalia .
He created the Somali Air Force in 1960, and oversaw the growth of it between 1960 and 1978. A Brigadier General in the air force, he held various political and military positions, including Minister of Justice and Commander of the Air Force. He was also one of the closest advisers of the president.
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Who was Ali Matan Hashi?
Commander of Somali Air Force
When was Ali Matan Hashi born?
Ali Matan Hashi was born in 1927 in Hobyow.
When did Ali Matan Hashi die?
Ali Matan Hashi died in 1978.
What was Ali Matan Hashi's occupation?
Ali Matan Hashi was a politician, military officer and aircraft pilot.
What nationality was Ali Matan Hashi?
Ali Matan Hashi was Somali.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ali Matan Hashi. https://biography.guide/ali-matan-hashi/
MLA: "Ali Matan Hashi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ali-matan-hashi/.
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