Indigenous Groups of Africa

There are many different indigenous groups and tribes across the continent of Africa, with their cultures and languages varying from tribe to tribe. Here are some examples of the indigenous groups across Africa. 

The Amhara are the politically and culturally dominant ethnic group of Ethiopia. They are located mostly in the central highland plateau of Ethiopia and comprise the major population element in the provinces of Begemder and Gojjam and in parts of Shoa and Wallo.

 

The Bobo people have lived in western Burkina Faso and Mali for centuries. They are known for their masks which are worn with elaborate outfits for celebrations. Primarily agricultral people they also cultivate cotton which they use to trade with others. 

The 'Bushmen' are the oldest inhabitants of southern Africa, where they have lived for at least 20,000 years. Their home is in the vast expanse of the Kalahari desert.

The Dogon are a cliff-dwelling people who live in Southeastern Mali and Burkina Faso. Among the indigenous groups in Africa they are unique in that they have kept and continued to develop their own culture even in the midst of Islamic invasions which have conquered and adapted many of the current people groups. 

The Wolof are one of the largest people groups that inhabit modern-day Senegal. They live anywhere from the desert area of the Sahara to the rain forests. Traditionally many Wolof lived in small villages governed by an extended family unit but now most Wolof move to cities where they are able to get jobs.