 The town was established in early 18th century by elders of Gaaljecel clan and it is the base for the Gaaljecel clan leader(UGAAS) Abtisame.The town is located 90 km south of Beledweyne, the capital of the Hiran region, and 45 km northwest of Buuloburde.In March 2014, Somali Armed Forces assisted by AMISOM troops captured the town from Al-Shabaab.