Amfoan a state in West Timor was initially ruled as Sorbian (Sorbian is another name for Amfoan-Timau only) by the Kings of TaEbenu in the 16^th and early 17^th centuries.
 

Thereafter, it was named Amfoan and split into two branches: Amfoan Naiklioe and Amfoan Timau.

The Raja of Amfoan Naikliu was only ruling the city of Naikliu together with the few villages around it, while the Raja of Amfoan Timau ruled the mountain or inland area. This separation was encouraged by the Dutch.

Since 1800 the 2 branches, but then united in 1910. After a short period only by ruler of Amfoan-Naiklioe, who was Talnoni : so-called adopted son of a previous ratu (woman).

The two separate Amfoan principalities were united under him and also the Amfoan-Timoe Raja.There were co-rulers and the Dutch united the areas.

His new dynasty and family was not recognised for obvious reasons by people anymore, one for not being royal and other reasons.

The current head of the Dynasty is Robert Gordon Manoh, The Raja of Amfoan who was installed on 27/9/2001.
 
Kornelis Be Oef is the district chief or Fettor.

Raja Robert Manoh of Amfoan

Raja Robert G. Manoh of Amfoan

He is the 4th son of the last ruling Amfoan Raja and fully accepted by the people and government as the Raja. He is much involved in cattle racing and the like. In Amfoan, one of the best species of cows can be found.

The Raja is also member of the local district parliament and does very much for the preserving of local nature. He does not accept the idea of extensive economic activities that can destroy nature and does not take into account the traditional rights of the local people. The Raja’s opinion in this matter is accepted by the local government.

Amfoan was historically one of the most important principalities in West Timor.

This Raja knows how to be a good Raja, but he has advisors, who know all about tradition and history of the area.

Due to his membership of the local parliament, he stays part of his time in Kupang. Amfoan was isolated in the past but the situation is now better with some good access.

The Raja is surrounded by several local businessmen, who try to develop the area.

This Raja of Amfoan can be described as a strong Raja.