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Tribes and Indigenous Peoples of Sudan
Sudan, a vast and diverse country in northeastern Africa, is home to a multitude of tribes and indigenous peoples, each contributing to the rich cultural mosaic of the nation. This diversity is shaped by the country’s varied geography, which ranges from the deserts of the north to the fertile lands of the south, as well as its complex history of migration, trade, and conflict. One of the largest ethnic groups in Sudan is the Arab Sudanese, who primarily reside in the northern and central regions. They speak Arabic and predominantly practice Islam. The Arab Sudanese culture is characterized by a strong sense of hospitality, traditional music and dance, and rich…