What were Bantus tans?

Bantu tans, or Bantu-speaking peoples, refer to a group of more than 500 distinct ethnic groups in Africa that share a common linguistic heritage. They primarily inhabit regions in Central, East, and Southern Africa and are known for their diverse cultures, languages, and social structures. The Bantu expansion, occurring over several centuries, significantly influenced the Demographics and cultures of sub-Saharan Africa, spreading agriculture, ironworking, and various social practices. Their languages belong to the Bantu branch of the Niger-Congo language family, which includes many widely spoken languages such as Swahili, Zulu, and Xhosa.