Ababua

/ˌɑːbəˈbuːə/ noun

Definition

A member of a Bantu-speaking ethnic group historically found in Central Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Etymology

From Bantu languages; Ababua (also Abambua) refers to a Central African people with their own language and distinct cultural traditions. The term reflects Bantu naming conventions where 'Aba-' is a plural prefix.

Kelly Says

The Ababua represent the incredible linguistic diversity of Central Africa—their language belongs to the Bantu family, which includes over 500 languages across sub-Saharan Africa, yet most people outside the region have never heard of them!

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