The Afar people are an ethnic group primarily found in the Horn of Africa, particularly in Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Eritrea. They are known for their nomadic lifestyle, traditionally herding livestock such as camels, goats, and sheep. The Afar language, part of the Cushitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family, is widely spoken among the community. Afar society is organized into clans, and they have a rich cultural heritage that includes unique music, dance, and oral traditions. The Afar people are also known for their resilience in adapting to the harsh desert environment, utilizing their knowledge of the land for survival and sustenance.