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North African Arabs

North African Arabs are people who live in countries like Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya and Egypt. They don't look exactly like people from other Arab countries, like Saudi Arabia or Syria, because they have a mixture of different cultures and ethnic groups in their history.

For example, many North African Arabs have ancestors who were Berbers or Amazighs. Berbers were the native people of North Africa before Arab armies arrived hundreds of years ago. When the Berbers and Arabs mixed, they created a new culture that was a blend of both.

North African Arabs also have a history of trading and interacting with other countries, like Spain and Italy, which has added to their diversity. This history of trade and commerce has also led to a mixture of different religions, like Islam, Christianity and Judaism.

Today, North African Arabs have their own unique customs and traditions that make them different from other Arab countries. They have their own dialect of Arabic, unique clothing and art, and a strong sense of community. However, they also face challenges related to poverty, political instability and discrimination.