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{{Infobox ethnic group<br />
| group = Fula people<br />
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| population = 40 million<br />
| popplace = [[West Africa]]<br />
| langs = [[Fula language|Fula]], [[Arabic language|Arabic]], [[French language|French]], [[English language|English]]<br />
| rels = [[Islam]]<br />
| related = [[Toucouleur people]], [[Serer people]], [[Wolof people]], [[Mandinka people]]<br />
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The '''Fula people''', also known as '''Fulani''' or '''Peul''', are one of the largest ethnic groups in [[West Africa]], numbering approximately 40 million people. They are spread across many countries, including [[Nigeria]], [[Senegal]], [[Guinea]], [[Mali]], [[Cameroon]], and [[Niger]]. The Fula people are traditionally pastoralists, known for their cattle herding and nomadic lifestyle.<br />
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== History ==<br />
The origins of the Fula people are debated among historians, but they are believed to have migrated from the [[Senegambia]] region. Over centuries, they spread across West Africa, establishing various [[Fula states]] and empires, such as the [[Fula Empire]] and the [[Sokoto Caliphate]].<br />
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== Culture ==<br />
The Fula people have a rich cultural heritage, characterized by their unique language, [[Fula language]], and their adherence to [[Islam]]. They are known for their distinctive clothing, music, and dance. The Fula are also recognized for their traditional art forms, including intricate [[calabash]] carvings and elaborate [[henna]] designs.<br />
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=== Language ===<br />
The Fula language, also known as [[Pulaar]] or [[Fulfulde]], is a member of the [[Niger-Congo languages|Niger-Congo language family]]. It has several dialects and is spoken by millions of people across West Africa.<br />
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=== Religion ===<br />
The Fula people are predominantly [[Muslim]], and Islam plays a central role in their daily lives and cultural practices. They were instrumental in the spread of Islam in West Africa through their various [[jihad]] movements and the establishment of Islamic states.<br />
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=== Social Structure ===<br />
The Fula society is traditionally organized into clans and lineages, with a strong emphasis on kinship and social hierarchy. They have a complex system of social stratification, including nobility, commoners, and artisan classes.<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The Fula are traditionally pastoralists, relying on cattle herding as their primary economic activity. They are also involved in agriculture, trade, and various crafts. In recent times, many Fula have settled in urban areas and diversified into different professions.<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[Fula language]]<br />
* [[Sokoto Caliphate]]<br />
* [[Fula Empire]]<br />
* [[West Africa]]<br />
* [[Islam in Africa]]<br />
* [[Pastoralism]]<br />
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== Categories ==<br />
[[Category:Ethnic groups in West Africa]]<br />
[[Category:Fula people]]<br />
[[Category:Muslim communities in Africa]]<br />
[[Category:Pastoralists]]<br />
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