Ma'awisley
| Ma'awisley | |
|---|---|
| Macawisley | |
Hawadle Ma'awisley in Beer-Haane, Hiran | |
| Leaders | Ali Jeyte |
| Dates of operation | 2014–present |
| Group(s) | Mainly Hawadle Also Abgaal, Habar Gidir, Murusade, Surre |
| Headquarters | Central Somalia |
| Active regions | Hirshabelle, Galmudug |
| Size | 8,000–10,000 |
| Allies | Somalia United States Turkey ATMIS (2022–2024) AUSSOM (2025–present) |
| Opponents | Al-Shabaab |
| Battles and wars | Somali Civil War |
Ma'awisley (Somali: Macawiisleey) are a collection of clan-based militias based in central Somalia, primarily active in the states of Hirshabelle and Galmudug. Formed as a grassroots response to the militant group al-Shabaab, they have emerged as a critical, albeit controversial, force in Somalia’s counter-insurgency efforts. Their role has expanded significantly since 2022, with the Somali government increasingly relying on them to reclaim territories under al-Shabaab control.