He came to Russia 35 years ago. He lives with his family in the village of Beloye, Republic of Adygea.
The family is engaged in agriculture: they keep cows, sheep, and goats. They also tend a vegetable garden, growing tomatoes, strawberries, and zucchini.
Manaf has a large family. He is married, has four children, and ten grandchildren.
His younger son, Avdo, died in the Special Military Operation as a hero.