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The Fula
The Fula, also known as Fulani or Fulɓe, are a widely dispersed ethnic group predominantly found in West Africa, with significant populations in countries such as Nigeria, Senegal, Guinea, Mali, Cameroon, and Mauritania. Their presence also extends into parts of Central Africa, including Sudan and South Sudan. The Fula are one of the largest and most influential ethnic groups in the region, with an estimated population ranging between 25 and 40 million people. This variance in numbers arises due to differing definitions of Fula ethnicity. Historically, the Fula people are known for their deep connection to pastoralism. A large portion of the population, roughly 7 to 10 million, are pastoralists…
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The Berta
The Berta, also known as Bertha, Funj, or Benishangul, are an ethnic group primarily found along the border regions of Sudan and Ethiopia. With a total population of approximately 390,000, they are split between Ethiopia, where they number 208,759, and Sudan, with around 180,000. The Berta people speak a Nilo-Saharan language distinct from the languages of their Nilo-Saharan neighbors such as the Gumuz and Uduk. History and Migration The Berta trace their origins to Sennar in eastern Sudan, the historical area of the Funj Sultanate, which existed from 1521 to 1804. During the 16th or 17th century, they migrated to western Ethiopia, settling in the modern-day Benishangul-Gumuz Region. The name…
