Sudan is made up of over 300 tribes. According to www.Oxfam.org, "About 60 percent of the population are Muslim, 25 percent are animist, and 15 percent Christian." The people of Sudan are also made up of many different ethnic backgrounds, mainly Arab and African. The official language is Arabic, but there are many different tribes that have their own language.
In northern Sudan, the environment is very dry. The people depend on their livestock to help them survive. In the south, the environment has more water and many of the people are farmers and grow their own food.
Like Americans, the people of Sudan entertain themselves with sports, arts and crafts, and music. Soccer is the most popular sport in Sudan. Basketball and volleyball are also among the favorites with the people of Sudan.
Arts & Crafts are also very popular. Traders often make their goods in the marketplace where they sell them. Sometimes tin cans are made into cooking pans or lamps. They also make bags out by punching holes in leather and stitching them. Other crafts are made using strings and beads (often made from colored glass).
Music is also popular in Sudan. The government however tried to stop people from performing. The lyrics of Sudan music is very important to the people. Sometimes at special occasions, new lyrics are made up on the spot.
Meals of the Sudanese are eaten around a large, communal tray. They eat various meats, vegetables, salads, and different sauces. They also eat flatbread. Sudanese drink coffee, which they spice up with cinnamon or ginger. They also drink herbal and fruit teas. Sometimes people put several teaspoons of sugar in their tea.If you have any questions about the people of Sudan, please leave a comment.
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