#nubia
The Nubian people, indigenous to southern Egypt and northern Sudan, have a unique heritage characterized by distinct languages, traditions, and a profound connection to the Nile River. In 1960, the connection was disrupted when the Aswan High Dam was constructed, leading to the flooding of many Nubian settlements, submerging their villages, severing Nubians’ deep connection to their ancestral lands, and displacing tens of thousands. The displacement forced Nubians into new environments, threatening their language and cultural practices. The construction of…
