Afro-Emiratis
Afro-Emiratis, also known as African Emiratis and Black Emiratis, are Emiratis of full or partial Black African and Afro-Arab descent. They are mostly concentrated in the Northern Emirates. Despite their minority status within the broader Emirati population, they have a significant historical presence and cultural contribution, especially in sports and music.
الإماراتيون الأفارقة | |
|---|---|
| Regions with significant populations | |
| United Arab Emirates · Ras Al Khaimah | |
| Languages | |
| Arabic (Emirati, Gulf, Modern Standard), Achomi, Balochi, Swahili | |
| Religion | |
| Islam (Sunni Islam, Shia Islam) | |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Emiratis, Afro-Arabs, Afro-Iranians, Afro-Omanis |
Their ancestry can be traced back to individuals who were historically involved in trade and cultural exchanges between the Arabian Peninsula, Iran, and various regions of Africa. These populations include individuals who were brought to the region as slaves during the Indian Ocean slave trade era, as well as those who migrated to the UAE for trade, employment, or other purposes.
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