Tribes of Africa

By Jessica Ivy and Lauren Haller

Fulani
Xhosa
Tuareg
Zulu
Shona
Pygmy
San
Mossi
Masaai
Igbo
Hausa
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Mossi Head dress

African people, who account for over 12% of the world's

 population, are distributed among 54 nations and are further

 distinguishable in terms of linguistic and cultural groups,

 which number around 1,000. The beauty in Africa’s people is

 found in their diversity. In order to recognize and appreciate the

 diversity of these people and their individual cultures we should

 be fully aware of their existence. These tribes or people will

 continue to affect the future of Africa as they have affected it’s

 history. So in order to maintain an appreciation of diversity

 and our rich African heritage we bring you…      

 TRIBES OF AFRICA !

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