Tag: French Territory of the Afars and Issas - African Heritage
Historically favored by French administration in late 60s/early 70s. Pushed for independence and closer ties to Somalia. afars and issas
: The name was changed to acknowledge the two primary ethnic groups: the Afars (Cushitic-speaking pastoralists) and the Issas (a Somali clan). Tag: French Territory of the Afars and Issas