The Oromo people are the largest ethnic group in Ethiopia, constituting about one-third of the country's population. Their culture is rich and diverse, with deep historical roots and vibrant traditions like Irreecha and the Gadaa system. Their language, Afaan Oromo, is one of the most widely spoken languages in Africa, with an estimated 30 to 65 million speakers primarily in Ethiopia, but also in parts of Kenya and Somalia.

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