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Which is the largest language group in Eastern Africa, and why is it considered the largest?

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The Bantu is the largest language group in Eastern Africa.

Why is it the largest?

- The Bantu-speaking communities are the most widespread across the region.

- They have the highest population compared to the other language groups.

- Many Bantu people live in areas with a good climate for farming, so they settled in large numbers.

Examples of Bantu communities in Kenya:

- Agikuyu

- Akamba

- Abaluhya

- Kisii

- Taita

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