Aweer people

Aweer
Total population
20,103
Regions with significant populations
Kenya, Somalia
Languages
Aweer, Somali (In Somalia)
Religion
Predominantly Sunni Islam
Minority Traditional
Related ethnic groups
Other Cushitic-speaking peoples, especially Garre

The Aweer (also known as the Boni, Waboni, Wa-Boni, and Sanye) are a Cushitic ethnic group inhabiting the Coast Province in southeastern Kenya. Some members are also found in southern Somalia. They are indigenous foragers, traditionally subsisting on hunting, gathering, and collecting honey.

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