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Dorze people
The Dorze are one of the Gamo communities inhabiting the Gamo Highlands in southern Ethiopia. They speak the Dorze language, an Omotic tongue.
According to Ethnologue, the Dorze numbered 29,000 individuals (1994 census), of whom 9,910 were monolingual.
They primarily live in the southern parts of the country, though some have migrated to Addis Ababa and other regions. Many reside in villages near the cities of Chencha and Arba Minch.
They speak the Dorze language, an Omotic tongue.
Weaving is a primary profession for a number of Dorze. Traditional Dorze textiles are colourful.
They are known for their traditional weaving of huts made out of local bamboo. The huts can last up to 80 years.
Their polyphonic multi-part vocal music features a sophisticated use of hocket.
Dorze people originally adhered to traditional African religions. Most are members to the faith of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
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Dorze people
The Dorze are one of the Gamo communities inhabiting the Gamo Highlands in southern Ethiopia. They speak the Dorze language, an Omotic tongue.
According to Ethnologue, the Dorze numbered 29,000 individuals (1994 census), of whom 9,910 were monolingual.
They primarily live in the southern parts of the country, though some have migrated to Addis Ababa and other regions. Many reside in villages near the cities of Chencha and Arba Minch.
They speak the Dorze language, an Omotic tongue.
Weaving is a primary profession for a number of Dorze. Traditional Dorze textiles are colourful.
They are known for their traditional weaving of huts made out of local bamboo. The huts can last up to 80 years.
Their polyphonic multi-part vocal music features a sophisticated use of hocket.
Dorze people originally adhered to traditional African religions. Most are members to the faith of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
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