The Nile The land of the Dinka, the Shilluk, the Nuer, the Azande, the Fur, the Masalit, the Zaghawa, and the Kanembu were all affected by the Nile. The Nile was the lifeblood of these peoples, providing water for drinking, irrigation, and transportation. The Nile also played a significant role in their religious beliefs and cultural practices. The annual flooding of the Nile was a time of great celebration, as it brought fertility to the land and ensured a bountiful harvest. The peoples of the Nile were deeply connected to the river, and their lives were shaped by its rhythms.