Muslim Cultures of the Indian Ocean
Written by Stephane Pradines & Farouk Topan
This book is a collection of publications that examine the history of the Indian Ocean and its significance in world history. The studies focus on the political systems and forms of governance of the Indian Ocean coast, emphasizing their thalassocratic nature. East Africa and the Swahili coast, South Arabia with Yemen and Oman or India.
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Futa Cloth: A Traditional Textile of Banadir
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‘Futa Banadir’, a term used to describe the traditional handwoven Banadiri fabric, is part of the distinctive clothing of the Banadir People, famous for their historical textile industry. Traditionally woven by Banadiri men, this fabric holds cultural and historical importance, used in both practical and ceremonial purposes. Historical and Cultural Context The term “Futa Banadir” refers to cotton yardage commercially woven in the region, with Mogadishu hosting a key production area historically known as ‘Bandhabo’.
