The Hadza Tribe
Meet The Hadza
The Hadza people are a true rarity: They are some of the last hunter-gatherers on Earth and the only tribe of their kind in Northern Africa. For thousands of years, they've manage to survive in the forests surrounding Lake Eyasi. Yet while the Hadza themselves are peaceful pacifists, they've had to overcome many threats from their neighbors—and the ever-expanding interests of the modern world remain a danger to their ancient way of life. This is their story.
Their Origins
Archeologists believe the Hadza have been living in their territory, called Hadzaland, for more than 15,000 years. Hadzaland is close to the Olduvai Gorge, a place that has been called the "Cradle of Mankind" for all the human fossils that have been discovered there.
Where Do They Live Now?
The Hadza live near Lake Eyasi, one of the largest rivers in Tanzania. There are about 1,000 Hadza people in Tanzania.
Still The Same
The Hadza of today have changed little from their ancestors. They still use the same foraging and hunting techniques, and despite pressures from outsiders, there’s been no change in their egalitarian way of living.
Hadza Clothes
While interactions with tourists have led some Hadza to embrace Western clothing, many Hadza still wear the tribe’s traditional clothes, made from animal skins.
