This book is about the history of the music world in Djibouti as well as about its most famous singers; how most of the well-known singers from Djibouti, consisting of both men and women, entered the world of music and theater and how they have contributed to the Djiboutian music world. Names include: Siciid Xamarqoodh, Cali Mooge Geeddi, Rooda Axmed and Faadumo Axmed Dhimbiil. Before Radio Djibouti was officially launched, these singers used to perform at weddings and other parties. After the launch, these singers were given the opportunity to sing on radio and were located in different parts of the country. The television channels, which were founded by the French in 1967, were also an outlet for these singers. During the struggle for independence, both radio and television were used to communicate the anti-colonial message to the population. As a result, many singers were imprisoned and deported. After Djibouti became independent from the French in 1977, both radio and television were used to broadcast programmes related to music and culture. [ASC Leiden abstract].