The land of Kordofan is a vast plain, and the tribes of the Sudan are many. The Baggara are a nomadic people who live in the desert. They are known for their skill in riding horses and their bravery in battle. The Baggara are divided into several tribes, each with its own chief. The most important of these tribes are the Hawazma, the Kabbabish, and the Rizeigat. The Baggara are a proud and independent people, and they have always been a formidable force in the Sudan.