The Nuer are a Nilotic people who inhabit South Sudan. They are known for their pastoralist lifestyle and their complex social and political organization. The Nuer language is part of the Eastern Nilotic branch of the Nilo-Saharan language family. The Nuer have a rich oral tradition, with stories and myths passed down through generations. Their society is organized into a system of clans and lineages, with elders playing a significant role in decision-making. The Nuer have historically resisted external domination, and their history is marked by periods of conflict and resistance.