Hausa

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The Hausa, the largest ethnic group in West Africa, are concentrated in northern Nigeria and adjacent Niger. The Hausa have evolved from many years of incorporation of different peoples. They share a common religion, Islam, and a common language. The Hausa are organized into centralized kingdoms, known as emirates and they live in hamlets, towns, and cities. Agriculture is the main economic activity. Grain is the staple diet, including Guinea corn, millet, maize, and rice.

Identifier
Region
  • Africa
Subregion
  • Western Africa
Subsistence Type
  • other subsistence combinations
Samples
Countries
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
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