Saturday July 2, 2022
Hargeisa (HOL) - Khadra Dahir Ige, one of the most famous and popular artists in the Somali music scene, died at age 65 in Hargeisa. Khadra died of pneumonia at Hargeisa International Hospital
According to fellow musician and artist Omar Serbiya, Khadra was born in 1957 in Hargeisa and joined Waberi band in 1974 at the age of 17.
During her nearly five decades-long career, Khadra is estimated to have recorded over 2,500 songs of love and sorrow which touched many Somalis.
However, she was very reserved in her private life and rarely was interviewed.
Several artists conveyed their condolences to Khadra, including Nimo Dareen, DJ Suber and Hassan Dhuhul Laabsalah.
Khadra Dahir most recently lived in Hargeisa. She leaves behind five children.