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Al Qadarif (state)
Al Qadarif ( '), also spelled ''Gedaref'' or ''Gadarif'', is one of the 18 wilayat (states) of Sudan. It covers an area of 75,263 km2 and had an estimated population of approximately 2,208,385 as of 2018. Al Qadarif is the state’s capital, with other notable towns including Doka and Gallabat. The state also encompasses the disputed Al Fushqa District. Demographics Gedaref State in Sudan is home to a diverse population consisting of various ethnic groups, including members of numerous tribes. Additionally, individuals from regions outside Sudan—such as Eritrea, Ethiopia, Yemen, Somalia, Chad, Egypt (including Copts), Armenia, and Kurdistan—contribute to its multicultural fabric. This intricate social structure has evolved over time due to historical migrations during the period of Turkish rule and the Mahdist Revolution, as well as changes in the state's agricultural practices. The state is a natural geographical area situated on the slopes of the Ethiopian plate ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
States Of Sudan
Below is a list of the 18 states of the Sudan (Arabic names are in parentheses). Prior to 9 July 2011, the Republic of the Sudan was composed of 25 states. The ten southern states now form part of the independent country of South Sudan. Two additional states were created in 2012 within the Darfur region, and one in 2013 in Kordofan, bringing the total to 18. States of the Republic of the Sudan The following 18 states form the territory of the Republic of the Sudan: The 10 states of South Sudan were part of the Republic of Sudan until 2011 when South Sudan became an independent country. Special administrative areas * The Abyei, Abyei Area, located on the border between South Sudan and the Republic of the Sudan, currently has a special administrative status and is governed by an Abyei Area Administration. It was due to hold a Abyei status referendum, referendum in 2011 on whether to be part of South Sudan or part of the Republic of Sudan. Regional bodies In addition to the st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
